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= Breacher =

The '''Breacher''' is a specialized billet within '''MSOT 8213 – Task Force Raven'''.  
Breachers are responsible for providing the team with entry capabilities, whether through explosive, mechanical, or ballistic means.  
Using the ''Breach – Rewrite'' mod, they ensure the MSOT can defeat locked or fortified structures in support of direct action operations.  

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== Responsibilities ==

* Serve as the team’s primary expert in breaching operations.  
* Select and employ the proper breaching method (explosive, mechanical, ballistic).  
* Maintain breaching charges, tools, and equipment.  
* Ensure safe standoff and control during explosive breaching.  
* Train Critical Skills Operators (CSOs) in assisting roles (security, stacking, handling tools).  
* Advise leadership on entry options during mission planning.  

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== Training Required ==

* Successful completion of [[Individual Training Course (ITC)|ITC]]  
* Completion of the Breacher Training Course
* Familiarity with ''Breach – Rewrite'' mechanics:  
** Charge placement and orientation  
** Blast effects and safe distances  
** Tool use for mechanical entry  
** Ballistic breaching with shotguns  

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== Skills & Capabilities ==

* Proficiency in charge construction and placement using ''Breach – Rewrite''.  
* Knowledge of safe standoff distances and overpressure effects.  
* Familiarity with breaching shotguns and ballistic entry.  
* Competence with mechanical entry tools (ram, bolt cutters, halligan).  
* Ability to integrate breaching into CQB flow.  
* Coordination with Element Leader and CQB stack for synchronized entry.  

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== Equipment ==

The Breacher carries standard CSO equipment and is additionally equipped with:  
* Explosive breaching charges (flex linear, door charges, frame charges).  
* Mechanical tools (sledgehammer).  
* Breaching shotgun (ballistic entry).  
* Firing device or initiation system (as required by scenario).  
* Extra demo supplies for resupply and redundancy.  

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== Training Course ==

=== Module 1 – Breaching Fundamentals ===
* Overview of breaching methods (explosive, mechanical, ballistic)  
* Safety considerations and standoff distances  
* Breacher’s role in the CQB stack  

=== Module 2 – Explosive Breaching ===
* Charge types and placement using ''Breach – Rewrite''  
* Initiation systems and misfire procedures  
* Coordination with team and countdown procedures  

=== Module 3 – Mechanical Breaching ===
* Use of sledgehammers and kicking  
* Best practices for silent or low-signature entries  

=== Module 4 – Ballistic Breaching ===
* Use of breaching shotgun  
* Targeting hinges and locks  
* Integration with stack flow  

=== Module 5 – Full Breach Integration ===
* Conducting multi-point entries  
* Coordinating with CQB teams  
* Running rehearsals during mission prep  

=== Graduation Criteria ===
* Demonstrates safe and effective charge placement  
* Executes a successful mechanical and ballistic breach  
* Leads a team through a full mission profile requiring a breach  

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== Advancement ==

Breachers may advance to:  
* Senior Breacher roles within the MSOT  
* Training cadre for future Breachers  
* Integration with sniper/recce elements for target support (demolitions focus)  

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== Summary ==

The Breacher provides the MSOT with the ability to rapidly and decisively enter fortified or denied spaces.  
By mastering the ''Breach – Rewrite'' system, the Breacher ensures Task Force Raven maintains the initiative in close-quarters battle.