Squad Leader suggestions

**Jlspence** · 04-20-09, 05:44 PM

Originally Posted by badprimer1

In my opinion, the best way to learn how to squad lead is to join squads with an established regular. Hell, maybe you can have the chance to squad up with 11Bravo (i never play bf2 anymore) Pathfinder. As it has been said, each have their own styles. Find one that works for you. More important than anything else is to make sure your squad follows your orders and the commanders ultimate orders. I'll make sure I join your squad when you are on and lend your squad support.

I agree with badprimer1. First and foremost, if you haven't already, learn from a good squad leader. Some names that come to mind here are PlayerX, WolverineBrother, enumae-k, kelderos, 11bravo, there are others that folks can fill in.

Beyond that, the ability to stay alive and situational awareness are keys. It's hard for your squad mates to spawn green if you're dead all the time. If they're not dedicated, they'll start spawning elsewhere and you'll get scattered all over the map. You mentioned scoring in your original post. If you're in it for the score, forget it...keep doing what you're doing. Unlike BF2142, BF2 doesn't reward the squad leader for leading. You may only get 10 points in a round if you're primarily serving as a mobile spawn point for your squad. Your greatest value as SL is being a mobile spawn point and your direct comm with the Commander.

**Unorignal** · 04-20-09, 06:14 PM

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**TheJeep1** · 04-20-09, 06:31 PM

I've seen Bravo on the server a little more the usual lately. Great guy to play with. When a command has squad leaders like mentioned on this post it rare that has to actually issue orders. Good squad leaders have well balanced squads for the mission on hand. They constantly look at the mini map and see where they are need or not needed.

One of the biggest mistakes I see newer squad leaders do is try to react to everything that he/she see's happening. If there is a tank, you don't need 5 people to spawn AT, if a key flag is under attack you don't need every squad to spawn there......In other words you have to have some faith in that the other squads on your team will handle it and sometimes you have to be the one to step into the situation. Using the mini map to evaluate it helps.

**11Bravo** · 04-20-09, 07:22 PM

If I can get the PR server running like it needs to be, I'll play on the regular server again. I wont however look for you. A team is best served by having every squad with a squad leader that knows what they are doing supporting the team. The only real advice I even attempted to give was about actually letting someone else do the squad leading and to help them along. It's the best way to get it done. You put them in the driver seat and you help guide them.

If I have somehow managed to get under your skin, then so be it. I will never have to prove myself to you. The only reason for me to even play on the server would be the help the team and not my own ambitions, or to enjoy squading up with whatever players just so happen to join a squad I lead. I do know what I'm doing and those who have squaded with me, don't do it because they have too.

I'm still trying to figure out how me in your gun sights has anything to do with controlling the map play, or being a squad leader, or sharing with others in real time, in a real squad when the crunch is on.

:3

**rock_lobster** · 04-20-09, 07:37 PM

Originally Posted by davecraze

I've been messing around on TTP for about 6 months now. You may have noticed me. I am either being tvd by Saszeus or jet killed by Kelderos. I've come to realize teamplay is the best way to score big majority of the time. I plan to take on the squad leader role more often now. Trouble is I don't have a clue. What does it take to make a successful squad leader? I've attempted it a few times but usually end up with a squad of dumbasses who all have their own agendas. Any suggestions would help.

Two big jobs as a SL, IMO:

1) You have a direct line to the commander
2) You are a mobile spawn point for your squad, so sometimes laying low is better than being gung ho.

Basically, just think about all the things you want out of a squad leader when you are simply a squad member, and incorporate that into your Squad Leader tactics.

Yes, communication is the key, but not just verbal. The use of your objective commands on the map are critical (especially to anyone joining your squad late)

**elkhartadam** · 04-20-09, 07:43 PM

Originally Posted by rock_lobster

so sometimes laying low is better than being gung ho.

Blasphemy. Rubbish I say rubbish. I wish I could play that way but I feel left out when bullets and rockets are whizzing by my head. What fun is a safe zone?

**rock_lobster** · 04-20-09, 07:44 PM

Originally Posted by elkhartadam

Originally Posted by rock_lobster

so sometimes laying low is better than being gung ho.

Blasphemy. Rubbish I say rubbish. I wish I could play that way but I feel left out when bullets and rockets are whizzing by my head. What fun is a safe zone?

I am the same way..I'm all about running head on to a flag and dying for the cap..but as a Squad Leader, if I die, we lose a very close spawn point.

**The Freak** · 04-21-09, 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by Saint_Chachi

Well, there's already volumes said, so my advice is simple:

I had much fun in your squad the other day!!
But please make sure your medic equipment is working properly before I take it over!! Lol!

The Freak

**Xavsnipe** · 04-21-09, 10:47 AM

SL Suggestion: STAY ALIVE.

**QuickLightning** · 04-21-09, 10:58 AM

If you're going to be a squad leader, spend a week or so in the Commander's box. It's a great way to see things on the other side of the fence and figure out how you would like squad leaders to communicate.