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Here are some quotes from AA3 regarding Pvt. Monica Brown (Now Sgt, a true hero): "Sergeant Monica Brown's personal experience underscores the evolving history of women in the Army. Women began serving in the [u.S.] Military as nurses in WW2. And today, they are still making history around the world. They are driving trucks, patrolling the streets as military police, and are attached to Infantry and line units. They are heroes in the face of their fears. And, like Monica Brown, they are accomplishing great deeds as soldiers." "For her extraordinary bravery and complete disregard for her own safety, Private Monica Brown was awarded the Silver Star by Vice President Dick Cheney at a ceremony in Afghanistan." She saved the lives of 2 male soldiers. "Monica is only the second female since WW2 to receive such an honor" As for higher awards: Dr. Mary Walker received the Army's Medal of Honor during the American Civil War (while a POW). Since then, she is still the only woman to receive such a medal. I have no problem believing women can do the job, if givin the opportunity. This is just a game, there should be no barriers over someones sex. If some men can't handle the idea of women in combat, that's their shortcoming, this is a game. Why should all female players be forced to play as men, just as Joan of Arc had to do? Check her out: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monica_Lin_Brown While you're there, check out Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leigh_Ann_Hester (the 1st since WW2)

It seems that many of the posters here favor the arcade idea of just get in the game, grab what ever weapon you want and start running around and shooting, without having to take the time to go through training and face the possibility of having their performance rated and tracked. I'm guessing that many do not want Ranks or Awards because those are things that are earned with achievement and hard work as well as taking time, not just given away. Life is not easy, I would like a Combat sim to reflect that. ---------- Post added at 05:25 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:17 PM ---------- I like your idea. I would think that the best way to improve your skills would be through Basic Training for your Initial Skill Points, Advance Training to improve certain Skill Points and through repeated actions, such as running a lot will allow you to run further, shooting accuracy improve with fewer misses.

You just described why I do not play MP. Seems Arma tries to be as real as possible and yet you just described what makes consoles different from PCs. You are aware that in real life, even though Service Members do not join to earn Medals and Ranks, they are still awarded them for their training and accomplishments. So, my question to you is, do you want Arma to be realistic or just a game that could be ported over to console and remain arcade-like with no connection to each mission? I prefer it to be a Simulation of a possible Military Career, but sadly, it is not. Why would I play past 1 mission if my un-named player is not going to get better or even have the chance to have the squad progress in the war? Certainly not to just play yet another unconnected battle in a different location and different goals. All to what purpose? Just so you know, I've served in the U.S. Air Force and that's why I prefer the career aspect. It gives you an avatar you can actually care about, especially if there are no re-spawns.

I agree and that is why I prefer SP as well. Besides, it seems that a lot of MP players play like they are playing DOOM or Quake with their tatics. Not my style. ---------- Post added at 03:06 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:59 PM ---------- As long as there are Female players playing MP, there should be female soldiers in the game. Why should they be forced to only play as male soldiers just because some don't think women should serve? Personally, as long as they can pass training and able to shoot, I have no problem with them in combat areas.

It adds to the feeling of immersion. I prefer Sim-Combat games where I feel like I have a career and my character is improving with skills, not just completing 1 unattached mission after another. Also, as long as I am playing a soldier in an existing army (such as U.S. Army or Russian Army), I would like to earn Awards and Ranks that those services issued. I would also like to see a Combat Sim acknowledge the players age as time goes by, and allow the the player generate new campaigns after completing one if they wish to continue their career, all while gaining Promotions and Awards that stay with the player until chosen to retire or is KIA. This really is not asking so much since IL-2 did it as well as many of the even older MicroProse Sims did it.