Soldiers of Fortune

[SOF]

Standard Operating Procedures

(S.O.P.)

v CODE of ETHICS
We are a U.S. Mercenary unit that follows the MilSim (military simulation) code of ethics that adheres
to The Geneva Convention rules of engagement. We pride ourselves in superior teamwork,
communication, and battle readiness. As a mercenary unit, we are free to engage or build alliances
with ANY MilSim unit within the community.
v GAME ETTIQUETTE
There is a ZERO tolerance policy for intentional team killing. We are a courteous platoon and will not
accept those who do not represent SOF with utmost pride and respect.
If found that a member is acting in a childish manor, or not representing SOF as intended by its
leaders, disciplinary action WILL be taken including possible discharge from the unit.
v NEW RECRUIT REQUIREMENTS
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MUST be courteous
Must have all maps or be a Premium member
Must play in a party with at least 1 commanding officer for a minimum of 4 games
Can download LINE Chat, for platoon communication on smart phone or tablet
Be an active player at least 1 day per week unless otherwise approved
Must apply to platoon on Battlelog within 48hrs of of approval
MUST be at least 17
Approval at commanding officers discretion based on above criteria

v PLATOON RANK STRUCTURE and PROMOTIONS

o SOF follows the rank structure of The US Army
o New recruits will enter as E3 Private First Class (PFC) as ground troops unless otherwise
assigned.
*Ground Troop Promotions up to E7 SFC (Sergeant First Class),
**E8 1SG (First Sergeant) and E9 SGM (Sergeant Major) will be appointed by commanding
officers
o *Pilots promotions will start as PFC (Private First Class)
**Pilot Promotions up to (CW3)
***CW4 will be appointed by commanding officers
o *Primary tank/armor drivers promotions will start as 2LT Promotions to CPT (03 Captain)
**New gunners will enter as 2LT (2nd Lieutenant)
***Promotions up to 1LT.
****O3 CPT will be appointed by commanding officers
o Squad Leaders will be O3 CPT (Captain) and appointed by commanding officers
o Higher ranking positions will be available when a vacancy in that rank opens, and is approved
by commanding officers

v DIVISIONS
Tactical
o Infantry - ground troops of multiple classes deployed anywhere that is needed to hold down an
objective. These troops are restricted to small non armored insertion vehicles,
(jeeps,bikes,quads etc) and M-142 Artillery
Ground troops ARE permitted to fly transport chopper
o Armor - consist of tanks, LAVs, Mobile AA. Drivers and gunners are paired together as a
permanent squad and will run and train together. Primary objective anti armor and troop
support
o Air Attack Helis, and jets. Provide close air support for infantry and used as anti air
o Special Forces Elite tactical unit appointed by commanding officers for covert operations
work, including missions to destroy enemy AA or emplacement objectives such as beacons,
mortar tubes and sniper nests. Free reign of the map
o Reserves- Designed as a pool of members with a secondary MOS, for commanders to call up
when the active duty roster is short for a match. Reservist can "try-out" for an active duty spot
in another company when a slot opens up. The Company Commander has discretion of who is
on their active duty roster. Reservists are assigned an active duty company when an opening
is available and the company commander approves. Reservist may become active duty, if they
play more than the members holding the current active duty slot. All assignments and rank are
at commanding officers discretion.
MILSIM
o Asset Protection Unit (APU)
Specialized ground troops of multiple classes deployed anywhere that is needed to hold down
an objective, help procure or protect an asset for a team mate during battle, and hold or protect
capture points. These troops are restricted to small non armored insertion vehicles, (side cars,
horses, cars) as well as the Artillery Truck
Company Commanders discretion to assign classes as needed.
o Mechanized Support Unit -(MSU)
Not yet available as a supported unit for SOF MILSIM Division. Please enlist as Asset
Protection until further notice. Your CO will inform you of when this unit becomes available.
o Air Support Unit- (ASU)
Not yet available as a supported unit for SOF MILSIM Division. Please enlist as Asset
Protection until further notice. Your CO will inform you of when this unit becomes available.
v COMMUNICATIONS
o Party and Game Chat Etiquette
Parties will consist of members and players who are in the same game.
In party there will be a maximum of 6 players allowed to stay in party chat while the rest will
switch to game chat to communicate with their assigned squad. This eliminates confusion and
excess chatter during battles. Commanding Officers have priority control of a party.
Communication shall be focused on gameplay, and battle info relayed in a clear manor
keeping excess chatter to an absolute minimum while in game.
Any member who does not follow these guidelines may be removed from the party, and
corrective action taken.


o Social Media
While using social media platforms while representing SOF such as LINE Chat, Facebook,
Xbox Messenger, etc., members MUST conduct themselves in a polite friendly manor
Do NOT clutter the chats with photos, memes, or other unrelated business.
Any member, who does not follow these guidelines, will be warned with potential corrective
action taken.

v LINKS
o Facebook Page- SOF Battlefield
https://www.facebook.com/BattlefieldSOF/
o United States Army Rank Structure
http://www.militaryfactory.com/ranks/army_ranks.asp
o BF4 Battlelog Platoon Page
http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf4/platoons/view/2104771792504405987/

SOF Command
United States Mercenary Force