SWAT

In addition to the special agents (Cmdr. Mae "Dead Cold" Jamison, 1st Lieutenant Farlow, John "Van Healen" Kask, Sergeant Bombson, Bio-Haz Specialist and Chem-Haz Specialist), SWAT has its common operators, who represent the majority of the unit's members and appear as the faction's standard role models.

SWAT team members are elite tactical officers trained to respond to high-risk incidents, hostage rescues, terrorist threats, bomb disposal, and urban special operations. They operate with discipline, coordination, and strict adherence to the law. General information Faction: SWAT Side: Counter-Terrorists (CT) Origin: United States. Age: Adults (approx. 25–45 years, not confirmed). Nationality: Primarily American. Occupation: Police tactical operators, counterterrorism and hostage rescue specialists. Typical features Navy blue, gray or black tactical uniform. High-protection bulletproof vest with the inscription "POLICE". Ballistic helmet with communications system. Protective glasses or visor. Reinforced tactical gloves. Knee pads and elbow pads. Tactical boots. Belt with magazines, handcuffs, radio and police tools. Backpack or operational equipment depending on the mission. Clean, professional and functional appearance, prioritizing protection and teamwork over intimidation.

Sergeant Bombson is a Counter-Terrorist (CT) agent belonging to the SWAT unit General information Name: Tyler Bobson Alias: Sergeant Bombson Rank: Sergeant Gender: Male Age: Unknown (appears to be between 35 and 45 years old) Nationality: Not officially disclosed Affiliation: SWAT Role: EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Specialist and Tactical Operator. Personality

Bombson is an extremely attentive and meticulous operator.

Calm and patient. Very observant. Analytical and methodical. Professional at all times. With a dry and ironic sense of humor. Reliable under pressure. He never loses focus during a mission Physical appearance Adult man of robust build. Dark blue and black SWAT tactical uniform. Reinforced bulletproof vest. Ballistic helmet with communications system. Goggles. Tactical gloves. Reinforced knee pads and boots. He carries specialized explosive ordnance disposal tools in addition to his standard-issue weaponry. The SWAT operator he calls upon when they need rapid explosive neutralization. He earned the nickname Bombson thanks to his extraordinary ability to find even the best-hidden IEDs. His keen sense of hearing is second only, according to the official description, to that of the Greater Wax Moth.

John "Van Healen" Kask is a Counter-Terrorist (CT) agent belonging to the SWAT unit General information Name: John Kask Alias: "Van Healen" Gender: Male Age: Unknown (appears to be between 35 and 45 years old) Nationality: Not officially disclosed Affiliation: SWAT Role: Tactical Operator, Defense Specialist, and Combat Paramedic. Personality

Kask combines the calmness of a doctor with the determination of a SWAT operator.

Calm under pressure. Protector with his companions. Professional and disciplined. Self-confident. Optimistic even in critical situations. Great sense of humor. Passionate about music, especially the guitar. Physical appearance Adult male of athletic build. Short, well-groomed beard. Dark hair. Dark blue and black SWAT tactical uniform. Bulletproof vest with plenty of medical pockets. Ballistic helmet with communications system. Tactical gloves. Knee pads and duty belt. He carries emergency medical equipment in addition to his standard-issue weaponry. John "Van Healen" Kask is one of the SWAT team's top tactical defense specialists and paramedics. In addition to his medical expertise, he's an excellent guitarist and claims that playing a few notes during a mission can boost his teammates' morale almost as well as an AED (automated external defibrillator), which he always carries with him for emergencies.

1st Lieutenant Farlow is a Counter-Terrorist (CT) agent belonging to the SWAT unit General information Name: 1st Lieutenant Farlow Alias: Farlow Rank: First Lieutenant Gender: Female Age: Unknown (appears to be between 30 and 40 years old) Nationality: Not officially disclosed Affiliation: SWAT Role: Tactical officer and expert negotiator in hostage rescues and situations with barricaded suspects. Personality

Farlow combines a friendly attitude with lethal efficiency.

Very intelligent. Extremely polite and respectful. Optimistic and cheerful. Close with her colleagues. Serena under pressure. Determined and disciplined. Relentless when the mission demands it Physical appearance Adult woman. Athletic build. Dark hair gathered under the helmet. Navy blue and black SWAT tactical uniform. High protection bulletproof vest. Ballistic helmet with communications system. Tactical gloves. Knee pads and duty belt. Magazine pouch, radio and specialized police equipment. "As sharp as a whip and persistently polite." She's one of the most highly regarded officers in SWAT and a tactical master in hostage rescues and situations involving barricaded suspects. Her cheerful personality might be deceiving, but she's capable of taking down criminals in the blink of an eye without a second thought.

Cmdr. Mae "Dead Cold" Jamison is a Counter-Terrorist (CT) agent belonging to the SWAT unit General information Name: Mae Jamison Alias: "Dead Cold" Rank: Commander Gender: Female Age: Unknown (appears to be between 40 and 50 years old) Nationality: Not officially revealed (inspired by US SWAT units) Affiliation: SWAT Role: Tactical Commander and Special Operations Leader Personality

Jamison is an experienced commander who remains calm even in the most dangerous situations.

Cold and calculating. Skeptical by nature. Sarcastic and with a dry sense of humor. Extremely observant. Serena under pressure. Demanding with his subordinates. Lead by example and make quick decisions. Physical appearance Adult woman of athletic build. Dark hair tucked under the tactical helmet. High protection SWAT bulletproof vest. Dark blue and black tactical uniform. Ballistic helmet with communications system. Tactical gloves. Knee pads and specialized police equipment. Belt with magazines, handcuffs, and operational tools Valve describes her as a veteran who "has seen it all." Her skeptical attitude and dry humor might suggest she's unconcerned with the chaos of combat, but the reality is quite different: nothing escapes her notice, be it armed terrorists, rookie officers, or any opportunity to keep team morale high under pressure.

General equipment

SWAT operators, as a CT faction, utilize standard counterterrorism equipment: pistols, submachine guns, shotguns, assault rifles, sniper rifles, grenades, and defensive gear. Their arsenal is designed to protect civilians, rescue hostages, contain threats, and neutralize terrorists. Their typical base equipment includes a primary weapon, a secondary weapon, grenades, and, if necessary, a Defuse Kit for some operators. Defensive equipment Kevlar vest: Reduces damage received. Kevlar + helmet: Complete ballistic protection for high-risk operations. Defuse Kit: A CT-exclusive tool that allows C4 to be defused more quickly when a mission requires it. Pistols USP-S: CT standard pistol, accurate and with a silencer. P2000: Alternative with greater charger capacity. Five-SeveN: Excellent against armored enemies. Desert Eagle: High damage and accuracy, ideal for precise shots. Dual Berettas: High firepower in close combat. P250: An economical and versatile option. Submachine guns (SMGs) MP9: CT's main SMG; lightweight and very effective at close range. MP7: Balanced and reliable for mid-range engagements. MP5-SD: Submachine gun with silencer, ideal for discreet operations. UMP-45: Greater stopping power with good control. P90: Large magazine to hold off enemy advances. PP-Bizon: High ammunition capacity for sustained fire. Shotguns Nova: Powerful and economical for enclosed spaces. MAG-7: CT's exclusive shotgun, devastating in close combat. XM1014: Semi-automatic shotgun for quick assaults. Rifles M4A4: Standard CT assault rifle, ideal for sustained fire. M4A1-S: Silenced version, accurate and with low recoil. FAMAS: Budget-friendly rifle for rounds on a limited budget. AUG: Rifle with optical sight for greater accuracy. SCAR-20: CT's semi-automatic sniper rifle. AWP: High-impact precision rifle capable of neutralizing targets with a single shot. SSG-08: Lightweight, economical and highly mobile sniper rifle. Pomegranates HE Grenade: Explosive grenade. Flashbang: Blinds and disorients suspects. Smoke Grenade: Blocks lines of sight and facilitates rescues or deactivations. Incendiary Grenade: Exclusive to the CT; blocks access and forces the enemy to move. Decoy Grenade: Simulates gunfire to distract or confuse the enemy. Hand to hand Standard tactical knife, used as a last resort tool and for silent operations

Attire: SWAT operators have a professional tactical appearance inspired by elite U.S. law enforcement units. They wear uniforms in black, navy, or dark gray with reinforced body armor, ballistic helmets, goggles or visors, tactical gloves, knee pads, and communication equipment. Some specialists use NBC/HazMat suits to respond to chemical or biological threats. Their aesthetic prioritizes protection, discipline, and functionality, reflecting a highly trained intervention unit rather than a conventional military force.

SWAT is a Counter-Terrorist (CT) faction inspired by the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) units of US police departments. It is distinguished by being one of the factions available to the CT side and by having agent variants for different operations, such as Cmdr. Mae "Dead Cold" Jamison, 1st Lieutenant Farlow, Sergeant Bombson, John "Van Healen" Kask, Bio-Haz Specialist, and Chem-Haz Specialist. SWAT teams are elite tactical police units trained to respond to high-risk incidents. They operate within the law and prioritize the protection of civilians, hostage rescue, explosive ordnance disposal, and the neutralization of armed threats. They are highly equipped, coordinated, and prepared to operate in urban environments and special operations. The faction specializes in police, counterterrorism, and tactical response operations. Its primary function is to thwart the terrorist side's objectives: preventing the placement of the bomb, defusing it if it has already been planted, rescuing hostages, or eliminating the hostile force, depending on the mission.

Operations including: High-risk warrant service Hostage rescue Bomb disposal and EOD operations Counter-terrorism raids Active shooter response Barricaded suspect operations Building clearing (CQB) VIP protection High-value suspect arrests Prisoner transport security Convoy escort Critical infrastructure protection Chemical or hazardous material response Counter-sniper operations Intelligence support Search and rescue Urban patrol reinforcement Riot response Counter-smuggling operations Joint operations with military or federal agencies Evidence recovery Safehouse assaults Surveillance and reconnaissance Emergency evacuation missions