The armed forces of the Red Nation

The Red Army in the Army Men universe is a formidable and disciplined force with a rich heritage of strength and resilience. They are characterized by their unwavering loyalty, strategic brilliance, and relentless pursuit of their goals.

Beliefs and Ideology:

• Collectivity and Unity: The Red Army places a strong emphasis on the collective good and unity. Individual achievements are celebrated, but always in the context of contributing to the strength and success of the whole.
• Order and Discipline: They believe in strict order and discipline as essential to maintaining their power. This is reflected in their precise military formations and well-organized command structure.
• Innovation and Adaptability: While they hold on to their traditional values, the Red Army is also highly adaptable, continuously integrating new technologies and tactics to stay ahead of their adversaries.

Personality:

• Resilient Warriors: Red plastic soldiers are known for their resilience and determination. They face challenges head-on and never back down from a fight, embodying the spirit of perseverance.
• Strategic Minds: Their leaders are often strategic geniuses, capable of outmaneuvering their enemies through carefully planned operations.
• Loyal and Honorable: Loyalty to their comrades and their cause is a defining trait. They hold a deep sense of honor and will go to great lengths to defend their beliefs and their people.

Military Tactics and Characteristics:

• Infantry and Command Structure: Red soldiers are meticulously trained in both modern and traditional combat techniques. Their command structure is highly hierarchical, ensuring clear lines of authority and responsibility.
• Advanced Vehicles and Armaments: Their arsenal includes a mix of historical and advanced military vehicles, such as powerful tanks and versatile helicopters, providing superior mobility and firepower.
• Defensive and Offensive Tactics: They excel in both defensive strategies, such as fortified positions and entrenched defenses, and offensive tactics, including rapid assaults and strategic flanking maneuvers.
• Technological Integration: The Red Army is adept at integrating new technologies into their existing framework, allowing them to innovate on the battlefield and maintain a technological edge.

History in the Toyverse:

• Sarge’s Heroes: In the mission “Snow”, Sgt. Hawk must rescue Shrap in the Tan “Gulag” prison. There, the Tan Army had captured Red soldiers, among Grey soldiers, lining them up to be transformed into spiders using a diabolical machine. Shrap is among the captives. All of this is seen by Sarge Hawk using binoculars.
• Sarge’s Heroes 2: In the mission “Castle”, Sgt. Hawk encounters several prisoners, one of the Blue Army, one Grey, and one Red. The Red soldier is guarded by Tan soldiers and Zombies. Rescuing this plastic soldiers gave Sarge Hawk access to the Red Key to rescue Vikki and destroy the last soda cans with the serum. Then, almost at the end, Hawk went back to look for a Health Pack. There he found Zombies surrounding the Red Army Man, walking around him. They suddenly explode, along with the Red plastic soldier, appearing some kind of giant Zombie that immediately head towards Hawk. Luckily, Hawk ultimated the giant zombie. There were other reports of a Red soldier fighting Sarge Hawk in the castle labyrinths.
• Army Men RTS: There were reports of Red Army troops in skirmishes.
• Sarge’s War: The presence of the Red Army is hinted through their advanced vehicles and weapons used by other factions, like the KV-1, BTR-80 and Mil 24 the Tan Army used, showcasing their influence and reach.
• Army Men Strike: Their current state show their role as a powerful new and diverse force within the Toyverse.

• Crimson Legion
• Red Shaper Program

Behind the scenes

Here’s the detailed canonical information of the Red Army in the Army Men franchise based on their appearances in-game:

Army Men: Sarge’s Heroes

• Mission “Snow”: Sgt. Hawk must rescue Shrap in the “Gulag” prison. In the PS1 and PC pre-rendered video cinematics, the Tan Army has captured Red soldiers, lining them up to be transformed into spiders using a diabolical machine. Shrap is among the captives when Hawk is using binoculars.

Army Men: Sarge’s Heroes 2

• Rescue in Dr. Madd’s Castle:
  Labyrinth Encounter: Hawk encounters several prisoners, including soldiers from the Blue, Grey, and Red armies. The Red soldier is guarded by Tan soldiers and Zombies.

“Watch out for the Zombies, Sarge!”

When Sarge finishes them off, he thanks him:

“Thanks, Sarge.”

After being freed, he tells Hawk:

“Kill some Tans for me, Sarge!”

This actions gives Hawk access to the Red Key to rescue Vikki and destroy the last soda cans with the serum there.

Then, almost at the end, by pure chance, Hawk goes back to look for a Health Pack. He finds himself in a very strange situation… The Zombies surround the Red soldier and walk around him.

Hawk: “What are those zombies doing to him?”

They suddenly explode, along with the Red soldier, causing a kind of giant Zombie to appear and immediately head towards Hawk.

Big Zombie: “Dead has come for you, Hawk!”

• Cinematic (PS1 and PS2): Plastro mentions the Red Nation as one of the targets he intends to conquer.
  
• Multiplayer Level “Graveyard” (PS1): Hawk faces off against a Red soldier in a cemetery, likely in Dr. Madd’s castle.

Army Men: RTS

• Multiplayer: The Reds are a playable color in multiplayer mode.

Army Men: Sarge’s War

• Multiplayer: The Reds are again a playable color in multiplayer mode.

Canon conclusion:

The red plastic soldiers seem to play an interesting yet somewhat tragic role in the Army Men universe. They are often portrayed as victims, captured and used by their enemies, primarily the Tan Army. They’ve been subjected to experiments and transformations into spiders, suggesting that within the game’s narrative, they are seen as a vulnerable and oppressed group.

However, they also display courage and determination. Despite being prisoners, the red soldiers express gratitude and a desire for revenge against the Tans, as shown in their interactions with Hawk. This highlights a resilient and brave attitude in the face of adversity.

Their inclusion as a playable color in multiplayer modes reinforces their presence like the 5th nation in relevance in the game’s universe, allowing players to experience and represent this army.

In summary, the red plastic soldiers are an example of resistance and fighting spirit, facing significant challenges in a world dominated by Tan, Green, Blue and Grey color-based warfare. Their representation in the franchise provides a rich narrative hole full of potential for further exploration.

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