A special forces (derived from special operations forces) is an elite military infantry unit being tasked for risky or demanding operations by the government or the army. An individual served in the special forces are known as a "military operator", or "operator" for short. This tag covers military operator(s) equipped with "tactical" firearms and gear. These may consist of prototype or advanced weapons, especially those with mounted accessories such as laser sights, optical sights and/or suppressors.