Strategic Security Directorate-17 (SSD-17)

## SSD-17

The establishment of the SSD-17 took place in 1931, with the purpose of serving as an influential and robust organizational entity. Its primary objective was to efficiently curb any substantial endeavors aimed at dismantling the union. Moreover, the SSD-17 effectively countered significant activities opposing colonial rule.

The SSD-17 was entrusted with overseeing several armed intelligence detachments and assuming command authority over them. Notable units under its jurisdiction included the Security Reaction Corps, Intelligence Unit-9, and the ARC. Each of these detachments played a crucial role in combating significant challenges, such as mutinies, major insurgencies targeting the union, and other threats against union stability. SSD-17 had gained notoriety as a feared entity frequently discussed in conversation. This organization effectively deployed aggressive strategies against diverse forms of threats, including the implementation of ambushes and kidnappings. Moreover, SSD-17 employed additional covert measures such as concealing operatives in dumpsters and apartments to achieve their objectives.

The period spanning from 1930-1999 witnessed their primary operations taking place in Africa, predominantly driven by the proclivity of African colonies towards rebellious activities. The SSD-17 operatives frequently resorted to astute covert assassinations and public shootings targeting leaders and commanders of these rebellions. Following their swift actions, they promptly disappeared from sight. SSD-17 effectively utilized significant criminal tactics within the Sarvannian Homeland during the decolonization conflict with SRC-17. It has been reported that they sought refuge in unoccupied apartments and swiftly emerged from buildings to engage the enemy by gunfire. Subsequently, they promptly retreated from the premises to evade capture.

The majority of their operations were carried out while donning plain clothes alongside body armor and submachine firearms. Nevertheless, the SRC did possess a distinguishable black uniform which they regularly wore. It is worth noting that the SRC was the sole branch within the SSD-17 framework to boast an official uniform. The IU-9 and ARC stuck to plain clothes.

Between 1979 and 1990, a range of operations were conducted in the Colonised USA. Following significant rebellions that caused the Infantry corps to relinquish control over the territories, the SSD-17 deployed themselves to restore order. Through a series of kidnappings and raids, the occupied states were eventually brought back under control. Regrettably, the efforts exerted by the SSD-17 were overshadowed by the collapse of the union in 1999, rendering their endeavors seemingly futile.

### The 3 Branches

**SRC** - **The Security Reaction Corps** (SRC) is a specialized armed service and paramilitary organization that operates under the SSD-17. Its primary responsibility is to address the challenges brought about by the decolonization of colonies between 1950 and 1999. The SRC primarily focuses on combating unrest and armed insurgencies, employing extensive security patrols and lookouts to fulfill its mission.

The SRC's main objective is to eradicate various rebellions and contribute to the Union's protection during the decolonization process. Despite successfully quelling numerous rebellions, the SRC's ultimate goal of safeguarding the union proved unsuccessful in 1999.

**IU-9 - Intelligence Unit-9**: IU-9, a proficient plain clothes intelligence and combat team, specializes in covert operations. From 1950 to 1999, this unit predominantly engaged in kidnappings and conducted raids throughout the colonies. Renowned for their expertise, armed insurgencies learned to avoid crossing paths with IU-9. On numerous occasions, IU-9 displayed utmost patience, strategically positioning themselves in inconspicuous locations such as attics, dumpsters, and bushes, patiently lying in wait for several hours to ultimately ambush armed insurgency convoys. As an overwhelmingly menacing force, IU-9 gained notoriety as ruthless executioners staunchly dedicated to the Global Union's cause

**ARC - The Armed Reaction Corps** is a specialized team that operates undercover in semi-plain clothes. They are commonly seen wearing plain clothes body armor and equipped with SMG's. The primary objective of the ARC is to conduct covert operations in areas known for armed insurgencies. As part of their operations, the ARC occasionally finds themselves in armed firefights. One notable tactic employed by the ARC, which instills fear in armed insurgent groups, is their use of plain vehicles for stealthy attacks. Frequently, the ARC employs a strategy where their unmarked vehicles intentionally ram into insurgent vehicles before swiftly disembarking and engaging in gunfire. This tactic has proven to be highly effective for the ARC.