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Norrsken

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WARNING: This roleplay will contain strong language, violence, blood/gore, potential minor sexual content, alcohol/drugs, politics and other adult themes. All of this will be within the rules of Roleplaynation.
If you are easily offended by any of the above, please leave right now.

DISCLAIMER: I was re-watching Band of Brothers for the millionth time when I all of the sudden got this urge to be a part of a Second World War roleplay. I searched for WW2 on this site and came across this old roleplay called The Devil's Marauders. Didn't notice it was a couple of years old at first glance. I absolutely loved the plot so I figured I had to remake it.
This roleplay was originally created by former member The Lonely Astronaut, he is no longer active on this site. In The Lonely Astronauts about section it says FEEL FREE TO USE THE DEVIL'S MARAUDERS. So this is not an original roleplay, just a remake.
The pictures used for each section was created by M O N K E Y.

Thank you for reading!
 
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“I was told to spend ten years in prison, or join the military. Could you imagine the U.S Military being so short on men that they gave us criminals a choice in the court? To me, that seemed like one of those get out of jail cards that you could get in Monopoly. When I took the offer to join the military I thought I got the same options as any other man fighting the war. I could not have been more wrong.
By the end of 1942, we were 20,000 criminals in the Army. We even got our own Division, the 107th Infantry Division, nicknamed 'The Devil’s Marauders'. I’m part of Fox Company, 3rd Battalion, 408th Infantry Regiment of the 107th Infantry Division.
It’s been one year since we completed our training, and it was hell. We were not treated equally because of our criminal background. We were shown absolutely no respect and all of the sudden, jail didn’t seem like such a bad place to be.
Today we’re shipping out to England where we’ll prepare for the largest action in the history of warfare, Operation Overlord.”

You’ll be roleplaying as a soldier in the 107th Infantry Division, specifically 1st Squad, 2nd Platoon, Fox Company, 3rd Battalion, 408th Infantry Regiment. You’re a former criminal who chose war over prison, a choice you were given in court.
You might think that people do not care about your background on the battlefield, that you're all brothers out there, but you could not be more wrong. You’re a criminal, the other units wants as little as possible to do with the 107th. You’re the first ones in, and the last ones out. They will not go easy on you.

The roleplay will start on May 30th, 1944, when the 107th arrive in England seven days before their first operation, the invasion of Europe.
 
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RESPECT AND ETIQUETTE: Be courteous to the others participating in the roleplay. If you plan on leaving the roleplay, please let me know beforehand. If possible, you should also write yourself out of it in character.

GODMODDING/POWERPLAYING/METAGAMING: This is regarded as the ultimate low in Roleplaying, as it’s not only unfair but also disrespectful. I’m sure you know what godmodding/metagaming/powerplaying is, if not, I highly suggest you look it up before joining this roleplay.

BASIC ENGLISH IS YOUR FRIEND: Proper grammar, spelling and punctuation is very important in roleplaying. I’m not asking for A+ English as it’s not even my first language, but basic knowledge of the English language is a requirement.

CONTENT IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN LENGTH: I won’t ask for a five page essay for each post. I’ll simply say, two paragraphs is more than enough to satisfy me. With that said, two paragraphs per post is a minimum.

BE REASONABLE AND REALISTIC: You do not have unlimited ammunition/grenades, do not “Run N’ Gun” and remember, there’s always a bigger gun. Try to be as realistic as possible, I do not want anyone to go all “Rambo” on us. Also, you must use realistic faceclaims in your Character Sheet.

EVERY ACTION HAS A REACTION: While it’s easy to disregard things in a roleplay-setting, everything you do has consequences or some effect on the world around you. What do you do when you capture a dozen Waffen-SS men who executed 50 innocent men, women and children just moments before you arrive? The bodies are still cooling when the Nazis surrender with a smile… What would you do?

KEEP THE DRAMA INSIDE THE ROLEPLAY: I do not want any drama outside of the roleplay, please. However, feel free to bring it in to the actual roleplay.

You absolutely must follow these rules, and of course the rules of Roleplaynation.
Thank you!
 
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Here are the different roles available for you to choose from. You can also see what rank, weapon and basic duties each role has assigned. You may choose up to two roles if you feel like you can handle it.

SQUAD LEADER: Norrsken Norrsken
Staff Sergeant (Ssg.)
He leads the squad in combat. Under the platoon leader's direction, the Squad Leader arranges for feeding his men, enforces proper observance of rules of personal hygiene and sanitation, requires that weapons and equipment be kept clean and in serviceable condition, and checks and reports on the ammunition supply within the squad.
Weapon: Thompson

RIFLEMAN SCOUT: wickedlittlecritta wickedlittlecritta
Private (Pvt.)
The Rifleman Scouts are in charge of squad security. When advancing in the presence of the enemy, the squad is preceded by it's Scouts who seek out the enemy and prevent surprise. Scouts precede the squad at such distance that it will not be subjected to surprise small-arms fire.
Weapon: M1 Garand

RIFLEMAN SCOUT: Open
Private (Pvt.)
The Rifleman Scouts are in charge of squad security. When advancing in the presence of the enemy, the squad is preceded by it's Scouts who seek out the enemy and prevent surprise. Scouts precede the squad at such distance that it will not be subjected to surprise small-arms fire.
Weapon: M1 Garand

AUTOMATIC RIFLEMAN: Bronco Bronco
Private (Pvt.)
The Automatic Rifleman is the man with most fire power. His job is to suppress the enemy so the rest of the squad can move forward and possibly flank the enemy position.
Weapon: M1919 Browning

ASSISTING AUTO. RIFLEMAN: Bronco Bronco
Private (Pvt.)
The Assisting Auto. Rifleman simply assists the Automatic Rifleman. He helps deploy the machine gun and he calls out enemy position to the man behind the machine gun. He should always be prepared to take over the machine gun in case the Automatic Rifleman gets hit or has to leave his post for whatever reason. Of course he helps with the suppressive fire with his rifle.
Weapon: M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle

AMMUNITION BEARER: Norrsken Norrsken
Private (Pvt.)
The Ammunition Bearer does a lot of other things than carry ammunition. His role is much like the Assisting Auto. Rifleman. He helps deploy the machine and calling out enemies. He should also be prepared to take over the machine gun if something were to happen.
Weapon: M1 Garand

ASSISTING SQUAD LEADER: Open
Buck Sergeant (Sgt.)
The Assistant Squad Leader performs duties assigned by the Squad Leader and takes command of the squad in his absence. The Squad Leader may designate him to command a portion of the squad, to act as an observer, or to supervise replenishment of ammunition.
Weapon: Thompson

RIFLEMAN GRENADIER: Hugh Flynn Hugh Flynn
Private (Pvt.)
The Grenadier carried - depending on the mission - a grenade launcher, flamethrower or bazooka. He and the second Grenadier is in charge of taking out tanks and using explosives to the squads advantage when necessary.
Weapon: M1 Garand

RIFLEMAN GRENADIER: Open
Private (Pvt.)
The Grenadier carried - depending on the mission - a grenade launcher, flamethrower or bazooka. He and the second Grenadier is in charge of taking out tanks and using explosives to the squads advantage when necessary.
Weapon: M1 Garand

RIFLEMAN: Open
Private (Pvt.)
The role of the Rifleman is the most basic role in the squad, but they are also the backbone of the squad. The will usually be the ones flanking enemy positions, the most flexible soldiers in the squad.
Weapon: M1 Garand

RIFLEMAN: Open
Private (Pvt.)
The role of the Rifleman is the most basic role in the squad, but they are also the backbone of the squad. The will usually be the ones flanking enemy positions, the most flexible soldiers in the squad.
Weapon: M1 Garand

RIFLEMAN: Open
Private (Pvt.)
The role of the Rifleman is the most basic role in the squad, but they are also the backbone of the squad. The will usually be the ones flanking enemy positions, the most flexible soldiers in the squad.
Weapon: M1 Garand
 
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Oh lordies, it's a WW2 roleplay~! Definitely interested. I'm looking at either one of the Riflemen Grenadier or Assisting Automatic Rifleman.
 
Yay, first interest, welcome!
Both of the roles are available! So you could do two characters if you'd like. One Rifleman Grenadier and one Assisting Automatic Rifleman, or you'll have to choose one of them.
 
If it comes to it, I'll probably create a second character. But for now, I'm gonna go with a Grenadier!
May I start on a character sheet?
 
YEEEEES! It's not very often you find a ww2 rp on this site and I am VERY much interested. I'd love to fill out the auto rifleman roll, or perhaps the assistant. I do have one question however, would it be possible for one of the rifleman or assistant to the auto rifleman to run a BAR instead of a garand? After all, the M1918 is an automatic rifle.
 
Hey Bronco! Glad you found the roleplay interesting!
Sure! The Assisting Automatic Rifleman will now run the M1918 BAR!
Just let me know what role you want and then you can go ahead and create your character!
 
I will be taking the assistant autorifleman for sure then. If you'd like I can also make an autorifleman character so I can rp the duo.
 
Hey come fight nazis with us

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