Squad lead/commander guide

Squad Leading/Commanding

Leading in Squad is a mix of tactical foresight, emotional intelligence, and battlefield improvisation.

Squad Leader (SL) Tips

Tactical Leadership

• Set clear objectives: Always give your squad a purpose—attack, defend, scout, build. Wandering leads to confusion.

• Use the map proactively: Mark enemy positions, rally points, and movement paths. Visual cues keep your squad aligned.

• Build smart FOBs: Place them in defensible, concealed locations with good access to objectives—not just “close.”

• Use assets wisely: Don’t waste UAVs or strikes. Time them to break stalemates or support key pushes.

• Spot and relay threats: Use UAVs to find enemy FOBs, armour, or flanks—and share that intel fast.

• Track tickets and tempo: Know when to push, when to stall, and when to defend.

Communication Mastery

• Keep comms concise: Use short, direct phrases. “Hold here,” “Push left,” “Enemy Logi East."

• Communicate with other SLs: Flanks, defences, and logistics require teamwork. You’re part of a larger puzzle.

• Direct without dictating: Guide your SLs with intent— “We need pressure north,” not “Go here now.”
• Stay calm under pressure: Your tone sets the mood. Even in chaos, clarity wins.

• Be the calm in the storm: SLs are juggling chaos. Your job is to simplify, not overwhelm.

• Support fellow SLs emotionally: A quick “good work” or “need anything?” keeps leaders engaged and focused.

Squad Management

• Balance roles: Ensure you have 2x medics, 2x AT (LATs/HAT), and support roles, especially for full 9-man squads. Don’t let everyone go marksman.

• Empower initiative: Let players take point, scout, or build defences/emplacements—after Rep Bay/HABs are built.

• Adapt constantly: If a plan fails, pivot. Flexibility wins games, Stubborn SLs lose them.

Strategic Oversight

• Think in phases:
• Early game: Establish FOBs and secure map control

• Mid game: Apply pressure and disrupt enemy movements

• Late game: Focus on defence and clutch plays

• Prioritize logistics: Supply drops, vehicle spawns, and build orders win matches more than airstrikes.

Easy Understanding RAAS lanes without needing thousands of hours https://squadmaps.com/

Mandatory guide to watch before squad leading
The Basics - Squad Leader In-Depth Guide pt. 1 (B19)

The difference between each faction’s command assets and how to fully unitize them
SQUAD - Advanced Command Assets - Deep Dive

Amount of people that should be back capping
Squad Backcap Bait: Part 1

Basic guide to squad leading

Squad Leader 101: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1469812414

Indepth guide behind the theory of squad leading
DocEast's Herding Cats---Squad Leader Concepts and Thoughts
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=788552325
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aMF4Cf_ZX6cO0aHzNpRgAm7GomGv4OqT/view

ODM Osliir’s Comprehensive Infantry Squad Leader Guide
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aMF4Cf_ZX6cO0aHzNpRgAm7GomGv4OqT/view

Squad commander SDK stats
Squad Commander Ability Information v3 Post IMF Desecration/Dongerlord Victory - Google Sheets

Easy Understanding RAAS lanes without needing thousands of hours: https://squadmaps.com/

ODM Osliir’s Comprehensive Infantry Squad Leader Guide: Osliir's Squad Leader Guide.pdf - Google Drive

Mandatory guide to watch before squad leading: Advanced (1) - Squad Leader In-Depth Guide pt. 6 (B19)
Map Control: Have a Decisive impact in combat l MAP CONTROL l Control The Fight l SQUAD SCHOOL l EP9
Strats & Tactics: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXXgJydGePm3uvlqqILRV9ETUDIpZkd2i&si=JBWPwg9blpJs0DWi

Squad School: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXXgJydGePm3TP2Z9q_TiiijcSgn884tS&si=Il1jkbamDTGA38TL
Backcap Bait: https://youtu.be/1dAyA7Kzys8
Command Assets: https://youtu.be/GAzD3NuummQ
Ranking SL tasks: https://youtu.be/mTtRmn0hAxk
Defensive HAB on or off the point: https://youtu.be/nxhz_sOUH3I

You can call in Command Assets when near these vehicles.