Shearbank Rangers

The Shearbank Rangers

The Shearbank Rangers is a corporate special weapons and tactics team, the group consists of Malton specialists within the group. Firefighters, Military, Police, Medical, Engineer and Scientists etc. There existence is not known by many making them suitable for Spec Ops, and Blitz attacks against law-breakers and Zeds in Malton. They operate mainly in Shearbank, and there headquarters in Upham Auto Repair. The Rangers fight for a just cause and there main objective is to re-fortify civilian structures, cleanse Shearbank of Zeds and keep the peace.

History of the Shearbank Rangers

Established in early 2007-MMVII, by RJ Kennedy and Lieutenant Stig. It was originally formed to control the number of Zeds in Shearbank and make the area habitable again but since recent Zed sweeps, drastic measures had to be taken as most of Shearbank had been devastated, rebulding is currently underway.

Photo taken July 2007, by Malton Times.

From Left; Rama Dolman, RJ Kennedy, Lieutenant Stig, H Thomson and Andrew Rodrigues.

Crew

The Shearbank Rangers consist of Three, Five-man squads.

Each Team is Identified under there call sign; either KiloWhiskey 1,2 or 3.

Each Team Consists of these Five Specialists, each with specific roles but all with exceptional skill with Weapons and Construction.

One (Leader): The Leader of the Squad must be highly trusted, skilled and respected by the squad to be able to lead them into a Zed infested area, he/she specializes mainly in Weaponry, Tactics, Survival Skills and Negotiation.

Two (Comms): The Comms expert of the squad has infinite knowledge in Electronics, Phones and any means of Communication. He/She must be skilled in Electronics, Computers, Scavenging and Cartography.

Three (Medic): The Medic of the Squad must only specialize in keeping the team Alive, Healthy and Fed. He/She is skilled in searching for Food, Water and have previous skills as a Nurse, Doctor or Pharmacist.

Four (Scout/Sniper): Scouts or Snipers must have infinite knowledge of geography and back of hand knowledge of Malton's streets. He/She must be a excellent sharpshooter with any firearm, mainly Rifles and be an excellent scavenger to search for items. He/She normally goes ahead of the main squad to provide Recon, and to check of an areas safety.

Five (Engineer): As stated above, he/she must be skilled in Fortification of buildings and repairing of generators, buildings etc

Combat photo taken 1st September 2007, The Ranger's securing a Warehouse in Shearbank.

Weaponry

The Shearbank Rangers are mainly armed with;

SIG552 Commando (Main Assault Rifle) Leader, Comms, Medic

Colt M4A1 (Secondary Assault Rifle) Comms, Engineer

SIGP228 (Sidearm) Everyone

SV-98 (Sniper Rifle) Scout/Sniper

Remington M870 (Shotgun)Engineer, Comms

HK UMP45 (SMG)Comms, Medic, Scout/Sniper

HK MP5Navy (SMG)Comms, Medic, Scout/Sniper

M249 SAW (HMG) Leader, Engineer

and of course any working weapon found in Malton or air-dropped weapons.

The 552 Commando Rifle with ACOG Scope and Pistol grip handle attachments.

The P228 Pistol.

Gear

The Shearbank Rangers rely heavily on the following gear without it any force going up against a largely scaled Zed Attack would have no chance. All Personel of The Shearbank Rangers must wear these protective gear at all times to ensure user safety.

Kevlar Vest w/ Pockets, Holsters and Ammo Holders.

Kevlar Helmet w/ Nightvision Goggles for night battles and patrols.

Ghillie Suit Essential Suit for Snipers and Scouts,

Tight Breathable Black Clothing for optimal comfort and camo in urban areas.

and of course any salvaged gear suitable for combat use found in Malton.

Vehicles

The Shearbank Rangers have 4 SUV's and 2 Pickups, since the Outbreak in Malton they have acquired , 2 Motocross Bikes, these vehicles are excellent in Urban terrain and Zombie Defence.

SUV Chevrolet SUV

Pickup Toyota Hilux

Motocross Bike Honda disclosed 250cc Model

Motto

Shearbank Ranger's Motto

ultio, familia et gladius

Vengeance, Family and Sword

Protect Family with the Sword Vengefully