Field manual index
IRON NEST guides
Fifteen focused manuals covering the operator loop, map work, ballistics, missions, progression, and feature questions.
Operator & mechanics
9 manualsBeginner Guide
A practical IRON NEST beginner walkthrough from teleprinter order and map plotting to ballistics, loading, firing, and correcting a missed shot.
Read guide →Map & targetingHow to Triangulate
Learn how to triangulate a target or observer in IRON NEST using two bearing reports, correct origins, clean map lines, and an intersection check.
Read guide →BallisticsPowder Charges
Understand what powder charges change in IRON NEST, how to pair them with range and elevation, and when extra charges help or waste resources.
Read guide →IntelligenceSpotter Position
Turn observation reports into a map position without confusing the spotter with the target.
Read guide →Operator basicsTutorial
A station-by-station orientation to intelligence, map work, ballistics, loading, and firing.
Read guide →Operator basicsFirst Firing Solution
Convert a confirmed target position into bearing, range, powder load, and elevation.
Read guide →BallisticsBallistic Calculator
Use the IRON NEST ballistic calculator correctly: measure range, choose charges, read elevation, transfer the solution, and diagnose bad outputs.
Read guide →Map & targetingMap Measurement
Read the tactical map consistently and measure bearing and range between confirmed positions.
Read guide →ArmoryAmmo Types
Choose IRON NEST ammunition by mission objective and target role, from direct destruction to smoke, illumination, observation, and special objectives.
Read guide →Mission procedures
3 manualsCounter-Battery Mission
Beat IRON NEST counter-battery missions by preparing targets before the timer, locating hidden guns, moving the NEST marker, and firing both barrels efficiently.
Read guide →Mission guidePhantom Battery Mission
Organize incomplete intelligence, track the observer, and engage the correct enemy battery.
Read guide →Mission guideRoyal Grounds: Starburst Shell
A verification-first procedure for the Royal Grounds Starburst Shell objective.
Read guide →Features & progression
3 manualsMultiplayer & Co-op
IRON NEST is currently a single-player game; here is the verified multiplayer, co-op, leaderboard, and console status for prospective players.
Read guide →ProgressionMedals
Check IRON NEST medals in game or through the linked Discord account without relying on unverified unlock lists.
Read guide →Game modesChallenge Modes
Plan repeatable IRON NEST challenge runs, make sure scores save, and check official Discord leaderboards.
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