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FACTIONS
MSW ops run three factions. Your faction determines your uniform, your kit, and who you're fighting alongside. You don't always get to pick — MSW assigns you based on registration and balance.
NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
U.S. Army / Western Coalition
MultiCam / OCP
NATO represents the U.S. Army and allied Western forces. If you're coming from an airsoft background with standard MultiCam or OCP kit, you'll likely end up on this side. NATO forces typically operate with Western-style gear, MOLLE rigs, and U.S. military equipment.
RUFOR
Russian Forces
Russian Army
Russian patterns — EMR, Flora, KLMK
RUFOR represents the Russian Army. If you're running Russian-pattern kit — EMR (Digital Flora), Flora, or KLMK — you'll be on this side. Russian-style chest rigs, AK platforms, and Soviet/Russian gear are the standard. MSW takes faction authenticity seriously.
MILITIA
Irregular Forces / Local Militia
Non-state armed group
Civilian clothes, mixed military gear
Militia represents irregular, non-state forces — think local fighters, insurgents, or resistance elements. Uniform requirements are looser than NATO or RUFOR: civilian clothing mixed with military surplus is the look. If you don't have a full kit yet, Militia is often the most accessible starting point. Check your specific op's deployment orders for exactly what's allowed.
How Assignment Works
You pick your faction when you purchase your ticket — it's guaranteed. MSW balances the sides by capping each faction: once a faction sells out, it's full and you'll need to pick another. Register early if you have a preferred side. Make sure your kit matches your faction — showing up in MultiCam on RUFOR or Flora on NATO is not going to fly.