[quote=Lennon79]
One question; as XCOM is a paramilitary organisation, would you allow non-military recruits? So security operatives, police, African mercs etc etc.And as an ex-Royalie, 7.62 chambered rifles would have made the world of difference in Afghan. Using the ANA's AK-47s, we often found that they were more effective than our own 5.56 SA80s when fired semi-automatic.In this context, you wouldn't want to bring a 5.56 rifle to fight a Muton. Just no. But that doesn't mean that 5.56 doesn't have it's uses; it would be more handy when fighting in rural terrain or in open spaces. But in urban combat or when assaulting a UFO, a 7.62 is the way to go.
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The original application said 'Years of Military/Police/Security Service' If I recall correctly, and given that Xcom would end up looking for the best to line it's ranks, I can't see why they would deny someone who's proven themself to be among the best just because they aren't military.

Nice to hear a point from someone who's handled a gun as well