Mission planning process

Key Roles

• Field Leader (FL): Oversees planning and execution of the operation.
• Campaign Manager (CM): Sets the strategic context, controls the campaign.
• Game Master (GM): Controls OPFOR and scenario execution.
• Higher HQ: CM/GM acting as real-world higher command during planning and execution.

Key Terms

• OPORD: Operational order in SMEAC format.
• ORBAT: Structure and composition of the friendly force.
• Back Brief: Subordinates brief their plan to superiors.
• Concept of Operation: Early idea for the operation's tone and structure.

Each mission follows a clear lifecycle:

Concept (T-1 week):

• CM assigns GM and FL.
• Concept and execution date agreed.

Planning (T-6 days):

• CM/GM gives Higher HQ Briefing.
• FL confirms ORBAT and support assets.

Muster (T-4 days):

• OPORD sent to leadership.
• FL meets sub-leaders to finalize execution.
• ORBAT and plan released.

Execution:

• OPORD published.
• Back briefs conducted.
• Mission executed.

Review:

• FL and leaders debrief.
• Final review with CM/GM.