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Selakano (Altian: Σελάκανο) is a settlement located on the island of Altis in the Republic of Altis and Stratis.

Overview[]

Located just a short distance away from Feres, Selakano is the southernmost town on the south-eastern peninsula of the Altian mainland. The town by itself is mostly unremarkable save for the small chapel on the southern hilltop. Selakano is better known for its contribution to the nation's power grid, with its main highlight being the twelve wind turbines constructed atop the ridge further south-west of the settlement.[1]

The abandoned coastal village of Mazi, overlooking the Mazi Bay, also serves as a green energy farm that has electricity generated by the array of wave power generators scattered along the length of the bay. It can be accessed through the dirt road that splits off from the south-east side of the town.

History[]

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CSAT advisers order the remaining Altians to blunt the NATO advance at all costs (2035)

On August 10th, 2035[2], Iranian-led peacekeepers deployed to Altis as part of CSAT's Griffin Regiment prepared to evacuate their remaining military personnel and science teams out of the country.[3][4]

American-led NATO forces, having invaded the country days earlier, were closing in after their successful capture of the capital Pyrgos[2], and had effectively cut off the supply lines of the Altian military's remaining units.[5]

Knowing that the downfall of Georgious Akhanteros' government was imminent, the commander of Griffin Regiment, Colonel Vahid Namdar, ordered the Altians to buy them as much time as possible.[4][3] The Altians were not briefed on the exact reasoning behind this evacuation, however.[4]

To assist in their efforts, the last of their advanced T-140 Angara tanks were "gifted" to the Altians[3], though no CSAT soldiers or crews would be helping them in the defence. The Altians managed to hold off the Americans long enough for the evacuation to complete.[6] However, their remaining forces were decimated in the relentless attacks and their losses were innumerable.[7][8][9] Only a handful of defenders survived the battle.[10]

Facilities[]

Selakano Airfield[]

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The triangular-shaped airfield north-east of the town was jointly operated by both the AAF and Iranian-led CSAT forces at the height of their peacekeeping deployment.[4]

It has a single primary dirt runway that can support fixed-wing aircraft. Two barracks structures house the airfield's staff, and a motor pool is built opposite the barracks. A chalk-marked helipad is located in front of the barracks next to the motor pool. It supports rotary-wing helicopters ranging from heavy gunships to utility transports.

Logistics units stationed next to the barracks are available at all times to refuel, repair and rearm aircraft.

Military outpost[]

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Manned by personnel from the AAF, this small outpost (located at grid coordinates 200-067) provides security for the town against potential raids by insurgents from the so-called "Freedom and Independence Army" (FIA).

It comprises of two portable structures and a command centre protected by a series of H-barrier walls and two guard towers. A third portable, also surrounded by H-barriers, can be found on the southern side of the outpost.

Petrol station[]

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The Altis-based Fuel company operates a service station along the road between Selakano and Feres (at grid 212-071).

Trivia[]

  • Selakano's real-world counterpart on the island of Lemnos, Greece, is the town of Skandali, though ArmA 3's depiction of the town possessing an airfield is completely fictitious.
  • Selakano's airfield is prominently featured in the Gunships showcase where it serves as the initial starting position for the player.[11]
  • Three heavily rusted wreckages of Slammer tanks can strangely be found next to the AAF outpost.

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References[]

  1. ARMA 3 2013 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis, "Strong winds and plenty of sun make Altis a perfect place for renewable energy sources: many wind and solar power plants have been built in the last decade, replacing two older oil-burning power plants."
  2. 2.0 2.1 Mořický, K et al. 2011, Armaverse Timeline, Bohemia Interactive Community Wiki, viewed 29 June 2023, <https://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Armaverse_Timeline>.
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "The fighting that ensued was brutal. Our forces, they held out for several days, even though we had no hope of victory. The only chance we had was CSAT. Their tanks were precious but their influence at a future negotiating table was vital. They needed more time, and we promised to give it to 'em. So, we retreated south and organized our lines of defense. Few imagined it would end this way - fewer still, imagined we'd make a difference."
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "The end has come. Colonel Akhanteros is about to announce our surrender. But first we must oversee a successful rearguard action. CSAT are evacuating scientists and sensitive material via the airfield near Selakano. It's our job to ensure they leave our island safely. Exactly what it's all about, I cannot say. But the orders are clear and come from the very top. This mission is important."
  5. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Move up from Point Delta and wait for the Americans; we must delay them for as long as possible - use whatever strategy you like, Captain, just don't let them get by you. As your CO was injured earlier today, you will take charge of his Angara. It is a 'command' variant and boasts an extra turret-mounted, 30mm autocannon. But remember, like the standard model, its armor plating's top secret. CSAT made it very clear. If one of their tanks is knocked out or immobilized, we must scuttle it before our enemies can investigate. After completing your mission, you will need to use the explosives, located in your storage bins, to destroy your own. Good luck."
  6. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Thanks to your heroism and decisive action, our forces held the line. Honestly, you couldn't have done more. The secret components of CSAT's tanks are safe and their evacuation was a complete success. You have singlehandedly turned a catastrophe into a valiant defeat."
  7. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Apollo to Pantheon - we're overrun! Enemy armor's broken through, we're gonna withdraw and regroup with you at Panagia, over."
  8. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Command, it's Artemis, we're pinned down! The Americans cut us off - we can't make -"
  9. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Zeus to Pantheon, we can't hold 'em here. I'm giving the order, we're pulling back!"
  10. ARMA 3: Tanks 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Altis Requiem, Terminal Defiance, "Somehow, I survived that final battle... Against the odds, we stood our ground. Facing death, moments before a ceasefire. All sides suffered devastating losses. But we came off the worst. Over a third of our forces were either dead or wounded. And as for those Angara tanks? We destroyed 'em, not a single one was captured."
  11. ARMA 3 2013 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Gunships (showcase), "GRIFFIN: Griffin to Hydra, what is your status? Over. HYDRA: Approaching the airfield now, Griffin, what is the situation at Pyrgos? GRIFFIN: We've retaken the capital but enemy forces have launched a counter-offensive. We need you in the air to reinforce our defense. Griffin out."

See also[]

  • Feres
  • Panagia
Settlements on Altis
East DelfinakiGhost HotelIoanninaKalochoriMolosParosSofia
South-East Agios PetrosChalkeiaCharkiaDoridaEkaliFaronakiFeresNifiPanagiaPyrgosRodopoliSelakano
Central Agia TriadaAnthrakiaAthiraFriniGraviaKalitheaTelos
West AbderaAggelochoriAgios DionysiosAgios KonstantinosAlikamposAthanosBomosEdessaFotiaGalatiGoriIfestionaKatalakiKavalaKaviridaKoreKoroniKrya NeraLakkaOreokastroNegadesNeochoriNeriOrinoPanochoriPoliakkoStavrosSyrtaTherisaTopoliaZaros
South-West DrimeaEginioSfakaVikos
Islands Stratis*
Military installations Altis Aero Club AirfieldAltis International AirportFOB TyphonFOB Whiskey
* denotes settlements that are technically considered to be standalone terrains.
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