SKasper

I was working on some custom face paint, One night I decided to do a female face, Never tested.. I'll have to search my old drive. But I might pull something together.

Some Images: (Click Here) ALPHA Link: (Click Here) Ex. Mission Link: (Click Here) Some Background: Howdy! The name's O`Finnegan and in cooperation with some friends, I've started up a project to create a US Army Faction that might exist around 2030. Since I'm new to modding ArmA III we will be releasing in parts. The first part I shall bestow upon the community is the GEAR portion. This consists of uniforms, vests, backpacks, and ported gear. **NOTE** This is an ongoing project, therefore we will be releasing a new update with some better ported gear such as HELMETS and other GEAR from A2 optimized for ArmA III, within the next week. The second portion would be Vehicles and weapons, and lastly a custom map (Based on some islands near Okinawa) where the US Army trains their pacific forces (Based on a posible connected campaign). Screenshots will be uploaded constantly so watch us closely! This mod is ment to be tested and voted on by the community, So any comments are needed!, any suggestions are welcome. What this adds (So Far): Uniforms, Backpacks, Vests, All with a custom variants the ATACS texture being the main variant (ARMPAT) other patterns are BDU, Mulitcam (Scorpion). Helmets, Ported Hats, all with various camo textures. Custom Faction (US ARMY) Known Issues: Caps with Flags are VERY Glitchy Ammoboxes do not WORK, use the example mission! Thanks To: Bohemia Interactive- Their models are the basis of this mod so far! (Custom models to come!) Papabear- You inspired this mod. Nico- Allowing me to pester and annoy you. Rusty- Creating the ATACS template. Pomigit- Helping me months ago with your hat! Chris- Porting models, helping me with configs (Main team support!) AlexVestin- Your Multicam Camo is outstanding! Evan Cat- Allowing me to pester you, Helping me with current army intel. Slatts- Your help with allowing me to get this mod off the ground! Topas- Your FAST and Vest Template saved me time, and makes the mod look oustanding! The men and women of the UNITED STATES ARMY "HOOAH" (Anyone else I forgot to mention, THANK YOU SO MUCH!)

I'm currently new to modding in general for ArmA III, but I've modded in the past for other games. I'm creating a realistic ArmA III mod that will include weapons, gear and vehicles that the US Army would be using maybe 10 to 15 years from now. I've already done the gear configuration work, and pretty much everything that is needed to finish this mod except for one thing. I've been searching far and wide for an exceptional camo pattern. I NEED THE COMMUNITY's help, in voting or deciding a good pattern for the gear and uniforms. This pattern must have a desert variant AND jungle variant. Heres what I think, The first armpat (ARMy PATtern) is a version of the US4CES. http://imgur.com/piHGTV2 Jungle http://imgur.com/bnHKWeK Desert The first armpat (ARMy PATtern) is a custom version. http://imgur.com/xNHYHRl Jungle http://imgur.com/MOncGNL Desert The first armpat (ARMy PATtern) is another version of the US4CES. http://i.imgur.com/dfwz4Ua.jpg Desert http://i.imgur.com/usTnqHH.jpg Jungle

I didn't mean I would reskin, It was just an Idea for the time being, we do plan to port the strkyer and other vehicles over.

So I was thinking.. Why try to port over old models of vehicles when some ArmA III vehicles have somer eally good textures to em. Maybe making the following retextures: - AAF MORA = M2 Bradley A4 - AAF Kuma = M4A2 Bliss - NATO Mohawk = CH-52 Crow (I know its the Sea King, But why can't the us military use it? - CSAT MArid = M6 Stryker A2 * along with other vehicles already in NATO, such as the blackfoot actually being used as a scout helicopter (Comanche) and the Littlebird being a bit more agile.

Welp, I couldn't upload the video I made with all the gear and uniform variants; I just went in with some guys from my unit and took 25 pictures... (Never ask for testers, MAJOR ANNOYANCE) Either way.. here is the FIRST OFFICIAL version of all gear and uniforms. http://imgur.com/BuffBV0,VosMNlW,bnOXMRC,yZyKHEI,Afuvo6w,m1dP5kw,Jei3y2d,Vkymcxs,3DbCYO9,EJNFKSx,E2BJ07O,zy8NONT,R00QidP,5szoD0g,y1RJviq,Hr69P8V,Vk8LKrp,CchSRSm,UpYjE9W,rCbr2Rm,9aRmMva,JL2GaDc,z5ECGu9,4L9njIz,M9ttwIK WARNING some variants in color may look the same, (Lighting was werid at the Stratis Airport) so don't hate me if the green camo looks black or the MAROOOOON (Not red) Beret is dark. Want to add: - Make Caps, and Vests (tan, green variants) look less plasticly - Add better patches (why not?) - cool decals on the helmets - Maybe custom models in the future?

Well the cadences are just my 4 am music.. but what you'll see is the modified and HD textures for the uniforms. we do have helmets and hats, but I wasnt bothered at the time to put em on. hopefully on sunday we can release something to the public.

Heres the US4CES (Since people wanted to see what it would look like) Just used one of my main templates... http://imgur.com/Tn9LwOQ,HdebPFK I Still Prefer the ATACS.

That would be amazing! If you are willing, we do need modelers for various projects in the mod!

Welp... Time to wait! (Please be marpat)

Here you go! The ALPHA! Of Our Uniform Patterns. I plan to make some better vest textures and custom berets but so far so good. http://imgur.com/OQNyjnp,ey7V3dF,CSrjsNr,lX7SDBs,76afbHc,bcH0VVz,furjTUB,A4B0H24,EBxQ9mx,sVVcNSE,48PLZxA,jdG8Oob,L0LPUZv

that is very interesting! If I get a really good modeler on the team we would totally go in to that!

Well on Saturday my unit will be testing the mod gear and uniforms, Please be prepared for a video of some kind or alot of screen shots... As for the "Motorcycle helmets" and the "xm-20" those seem really fun and all, but I've dicussed alot with the military guys and have come to the decision it will be alot of retexture along with some custom gear models... Below is the planned list split by retexture and custom model: Custom: Vest (SPCS) Helmet (With Goggles and Without) DI Hat (Campaign hat, custom model done by Finnegan) Missile Launcher (Some thing like a Static SAM system) ESS Goggles Rextured / Ported Combat uniform Patrol hat Cap Cap / with Patch Berets Boonies Retextued FAST Retextured Backpacks SPECWAR Uniform (Polo Shirt with Various colors and pants) M4A1 M16A4 C130 C17 AT4 M240 M249 M9 M110 SDM-R M1 ABRAMS BRADLEY Mk.V (Retextued AAF IFV) AC130 Retextured AW Merlin (Ch-66 Crow) M-ATV M.II (Retextured Hunter) Carl Gustav MTVR (Ported By Finnegan) Blackfoot (Rextured, AH-57 Hawkeye SCOUT) Apache Helicopter *List is open to discussion*

So I've edited this post, I've finally got my hands on a good version of ATACS, and they now work in game! Now the uniform and gear version is being tested! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH RUSTY of Facepunch! Please tell me if it needs twerking! ATACS: Desert- http://i.imgur.com/ImBP8JH.jpg Shoulder- http://i.imgur.com/FGPVcSv.jpg Forrest- http://i.imgur.com/4dnQlwF.jpg Shoulder- http://i.imgur.com/pvxWYeO.jpg

Thanks, I really have no militar experience, I mainly get it from Ft. Bliss (Work there), And a team of military guys from various branches in my clan. Hopefully I can get more insight as soon as I finish comp engineering.

Ok Guys! I've finished all config work and textures (cept for a couple of vests) I've been making deals with some key modders (Yall know who you are, and thanks sooo much for your help) to get some fantastic custom models for VESTS, ESS Goggles, and Helmets! I will also be adding some custom vehicles to the list and weapons! Hopefully within the week I can refine everything and release the Closed Alpha test, with Screen shots! IF ANYONE is interested in doing ANYTHING (Textures, Modelers, References) ALL IS NEEDED! I intend to create a great mod everyone will love. ALSO with in the week I will release screen shots of our custom island. We've also got a name! (Thanks PapaBear) Project ARES ARmy ESsentials

I've been persuaded with ATACs, and have tested the various versions in both Altis, Stratis, Chernarus, Utes and Zaragabad. I will tell you now you are virtually invisible for up to 20m. I love em! The discussion continues!

TS: 74.91.116.225 Website: http://taskforceblackforest.com/ About Us: Task Force: Black Forest is a realism/milsim unit that portrays a NATO task force comprised of the 11th Airborne Division, and the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade. With ArmA III as our virtual battlefield, the unit is a force to be reckoned with; as the unit only uses real world tactics and experience, thus allowing for only the best in immersive operations. Using airborne, air, and convoy assaults, the unit deals substantial blows to any force that is put in their way, all while using the best weapons and equipment that is available. From conducting scout operations to full on static line paradrops, Task Force: Black Forest operates like a well-oiled machine. Ready to Enlist? Do you think you are capable of becoming a part of one of the best realism units that is taking ArmA III by storm? Enlistment is your first step toward becoming a member of Black Forest. During the enlistment process you will receive training at our state of the art training grounds. Once complete, you will be inducted into the unit, and allowed to set your own path by picking a specialty, or flying with our pilots and crews; you can even lead your fellow members into combat! Begin training with Black Forest, and start taking the fight to the front!

This saturday we will be going to Clafgan! We will also be doing our first combat jump!

Squad name: Task Force: Black Forest Timezone/location: EST Gamemode preference (eg coop or pvp): COOP Contact email: spencerkasper6@gmail.com Website address: http://taskforceblackforest.com Short description: Realism / Milsim Unit for ArmA 3, led by and based on real military experience Language: English

I was wondering if you could add antennas or something to the LR radios. I think it would add a nice touch.

Hey! I love this mod, sooo much! My unit constantly uses the weapons in the pack, however it lacks something that every NATO unit needs. A HMG and LMG such as the m249 or 240. I was wondering if you were ever interested in adding such or any other variant!

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