Breaking The Shield

OPERATION HEAVEN'S FALL

WARNO 02 – BREAKING THE SHIELD

Date:
20 June 2026

Time:
1100 Local

Weather:
Partly cloudy with a moderate chance of rain developing throughout the afternoon. Visibility is currently good, though localized storms may reduce visibility and air support effectiveness later in the operation.

Situation:

Following the success of The Opening Gambit, American forces have successfully consolidated their foothold within the Kujari Region.

The construction of FOB Barbatos has been completed and now serves as the primary operational headquarters for U.S. forces operating throughout Southwestern Kujari.

In addition, Pentastar Elite engineering and aviation personnel have completed restoration efforts on the former Dr. Jones Airfield. The facility has officially been redesignated as:

MARAUDER FIELD

Marauder Field is now fully operational and available for unrestricted use by the 17th Ranger Battalion, dramatically expanding American logistical, rotary-wing, and fixed-wing capabilities throughout the region.

Meanwhile, the situation on the ground has escalated considerably.

The United Nations Peacekeeping Mission has completed its deployment into Kujari and now occupies major towns, road networks, aid distribution centers, and humanitarian corridors throughout the region.

At the same time, diplomatic relations have completely collapsed.

American forces are now engaged in open combat operations against Bundeswehr forces operating alongside the Kujari Defense Force.

Enemy resistance has become increasingly organized, with German advisors and combat elements coordinating defensive operations across the region.

Intelligence indicates the enemy is preparing to contest American air superiority and is actively repositioning military assets north of FOB Barbatos.

Enemy Forces:

OPFOR:

Kujari Defense Force (KDF)

The KDF remains combat capable despite losses sustained during The Opening Gambit.

Enemy forces are expected to include:

Motorized infantry companies.
Mechanized infantry elements.
Remaining armored assets.
Technical vehicles.
Mortar and artillery support.
Air defense assets.

Recent reconnaissance confirms enemy activity around:

Lawan Aridi.
Ari Bouboumiri.
Kawiya Lawan Boukar.

Enemy forces are expected to defend these positions aggressively.

Bundeswehr Expeditionary Elements

German military involvement has increased significantly since the initial invasion.

Bundeswehr forces are now actively participating in combat operations throughout Kujari.

Capabilities observed include:

Mechanized reaction forces.
Special operations personnel.
Indirect fire coordination.
Advanced reconnaissance assets.
Artillery support.

Intelligence strongly suggests a German artillery position is operating somewhere within the Area of Operations.

Its exact location remains unknown.

IDF Insurgent Network

The IDF remains active throughout the region.

Current assessment indicates:

Significant regional presence.
Extensive local support.
Unknown leadership structure.
Unknown operating locations.

The IDF may exploit ongoing combat operations to launch attacks against American forces.

All units should remain vigilant for insurgent activity.

Enemy Air Threat

Enemy aviation activity has been reported originating from an airfield located northeast of the operational area.

Potential threats include:

Attack helicopters.
Transport helicopters.
Fixed-wing strike aircraft.

Enemy air response should be considered possible throughout the operation.

UN Peacekeeping Forces

UN Peacekeeping Forces maintain positions throughout the region.

Current assessment:

Neutral but unpredictable.
Capable of deploying mechanized quick reaction forces.
Occupying major population centers and road networks.
Protecting humanitarian aid operations.

UN forces are not considered hostile unless fired upon.

However, commanders should anticipate the possibility of UN intervention if civilian casualties or major urban combat occur.

Friendly Forces:

BLUFOR:

17th Ranger Battalion

Primary maneuver force responsible for offensive operations within the AO.

Components include:

Alpha Company
Echo Company
HHC Elements

FOB Barbatos

Primary American headquarters within Kujari.

Capabilities include:

Logistics operations.
Vehicle maintenance.
Medical treatment.
Aviation coordination.
Fire support planning.

Pentastar Elite

Friendly contractor forces remain active throughout the region.

RATTLER ELEMENT

Tyrone's hand-selected shock force remains operational and may conduct independent offensive operations within the AO.

Marauder Field

Fully operational American forward airbase.

Provides:

Rotary-wing support.
Fixed-wing operations.
ISR support.
Casualty evacuation.
Strategic resupply capability.

Civilian Considerations:

Civilian populations remain present throughout the operational area.

Expect:

Population centers occupied by civilians.
Humanitarian aid convoys.
UN checkpoints.
Refugee movement.
Civilian traffic on major roadways.

Civilian casualties may increase international scrutiny and potentially trigger UN intervention.

Positive target identification remains critical.

Mission:

The 17th Ranger Battalion will conduct offensive operations north of FOB Barbatos in order to destroy enemy air defense systems, eliminate KDF military infrastructure, and locate and destroy German artillery assets operating within the region.

Successful completion of these objectives will significantly expand American operational freedom and prepare the region for future offensive operations.

Execution:

Phase I – Open the Sky

Advance north from FOB Barbatos toward Lawan Aridi.

Locate and destroy all enemy SAM systems, radar assets, and supporting vehicles.

The destruction of these systems will enable expanded air operations from Marauder Field.

Phase II – Break Their Mobility

Advance toward Ari Bouboumiri and Kawiya Lawan Boukar.

Locate and destroy the KDF motorpool and associated military infrastructure.

Priority targets include:

Armored vehicles.
Fuel storage.
Maintenance facilities.
Logistics stockpiles.
Vehicle staging areas.

Phase III – Hunt the Guns

Conduct reconnaissance operations throughout the AO.

Locate the German artillery position.

Once located:

Destroy all artillery systems.
Eliminate supporting personnel.
Capture intelligence when possible.
Prevent enemy withdrawal.

Commander's Intent

The Opening Gambit established our foothold.

FOB Barbatos secures our position.

Marauder Field gives us reach.

Today's mission removes the enemy's ability to contest either.

Open the skies.

Destroy their mobility.

Find the guns.

Then prepare for the next push north.

Mission AO & Relevant Imagery:

Operational Overview

Operations will begin at FOB Barbatos and proceed north through contested KDF and Bundeswehr-controlled territory.

Enemy resistance is expected to intensify as forces move farther from established American positions.

Objective Area 1 – Lawan Aridi

Lawan Aridi contains the primary enemy air-defense network within the sector.

Destruction of these assets is considered essential to future air operations.

Objective Area 2 – Ari Bouboumiri / Kawiya Lawan Boukar

Reconnaissance assets have identified military vehicle concentrations and logistics facilities supporting KDF operations.

Destruction of these facilities will significantly reduce enemy mobility throughout the region.

Objective Area 3 – German Artillery Position

The exact location remains unknown.

Intelligence suggests the battery is operating somewhere north of the motorpool area and may relocate after firing.

Expect significant security elements.

Objectives:

Primary Objective

Destroy Enemy Air Defense Assets

Lawan Aridi
SAM launchers
Radar systems
Support vehicles

Secondary Objective

Destroy KDF Motorpool

Ari Bouboumiri
Kawiya Lawan Boukar
Vehicle assets
Fuel reserves
Maintenance infrastructure

Tertiary Objective

Locate and Destroy German Artillery Position

Identify firing location
Destroy artillery assets
Eliminate support elements
Recover intelligence if possible

Available Assets:

Ground:
- TBD
Naval:
- NA
Air:
- TBD
Changes or additional assets can be requested by command.

End State

By mission completion, enemy air defenses will be neutralized, KDF mobility within the northern sector will be significantly degraded, and German artillery assets threatening FOB Barbatos and Marauder Field will be destroyed, enabling continued expansion of Operation Heaven's Fall deeper into Kujari.