Drawing on stealth techniques of the Special Forces, this guide explores how these strategies can be adapted to enhance personal security and maneuverability in urban environments as a civilian. Mastering the art of urban stealth isn’t just for the shadows of covert operations; it’s a powerful tool for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of […] The post Military Stealth Techniques For the Streets (SOF) appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

‘HEAT’ equips operatives with the critical skills and tradecraft necessary to navigate and survive within high-risk and unstable areas around the globe. In the theater of uncertainty, the proper training and knowledge prepares covert operatives to not only stay alive but to command the stage with adept tradecraft. A craft that can be honed and […] The post Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

In order to ensure compliance and cooperation from human sources, leveraging key insights and vulnerabilities is essential tradecraft to advance. [INTEL : Advanced Situational Manipulation Primer] [OPTICS : Paris, France] The post Utilizing Leverage in Human Intelligence (HUMINT) appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

Distinguishing between disinformation and misinformation is critical as an operative or civilian, as each plays a unique role in the art of deception and perception management. In the grand theater of global operations, disinformation is the script written to deceive, while misinformation is the ad-lib that misleads without intent. Disinformation and misinformation both involve the […] The post Disinformation VERSUS Misinformation appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

Mastering the art of emitting a deterrent aura can shield you from the unwanted advances of common criminals, a subtle yet potent piece of tradecraft every city dweller should know. [INTEL : The Gray Man Mindset: Mastering Street Smarts and Urban Survival] [OPTICS : Undisclosed, Bosnia] The post Projecting an ‘Aura’ to Deter The Common Criminal appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

Defending yourself from inside an elevator isn’t just about combat; it’s about being smart, staying calm, and knowing how to respond when the walls are literally closing in. [INTEL : ATM Self-Defense Guide] The post Elevator Self-Defense Guide appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

In this modern world of information warfare, crafting counter-disinformation strategies is essential for operatives and civilians alike to shield the truth and dismantle the web of lies of the enemy and adversaries. [INTEL : Recognizing and Countering Disinformation] The post Counter-Disinformation Strategy Guide appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

In the clandestine dance of shadows that unfolds on the streets after dusk, mastering situational awareness in low light conditions becomes the silent weapon of the adept operative. [INTEL : Environmental Awareness Tradecraft] [OPTICS : Detroit, Michigan] The post Street Situational Awareness in Low Light Conditions appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

Exploring the psychological battleground of managing fear and stress to sharpen decision-making and physical performance under the pressure of conflict. In the chaos of conflict, mastering your own fear and stress isn’t just part of the mission; it’s the heartbeat of survival. Operatives are often thrust into situations that would freeze the average person in […] The post Psychology of Conflict: Mastering Fear and Stress appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more

A primer into the concept of Mental Counter-Surveillance, where mastering the mindset of anticipating your adversary’s moves becomes an alternate shield and weapon. [INTEL : Facing an Enemy With Nothing to Lose] The post Mental Counter-Surveillance Concept appeared first on TRDCRFT ..read more