Shadow Company

[Spoilers]

Shadow Company are the antagonists at the end of Modern Warfare 2. They are a handpicked, elite company of US Army soldiers (possibly mercenaries), distinguished by their black uniforms, and black balaclavas and goggles worn under their helmets. They also have a patch of a spade on their uniforms.

Shadow Company takes orders directly from, and only, General Shepherd, serving as his personal body guards and henchmen. They are fanatically loyal to Shepherd, ignoring all laws and morals; as seen when they help Shepherd execute Ghost and Roach, burning Roach alive, or when they launch an artilery strike on themselves in attempt to kill Soap and Price.

Weapons
Shadow Company Soldiers are heavily armed and very dangerous. Their weapons include:


 * ACR


 * FN SCAR


 * MP5k


 * Riot Shield


 * UMP


 * AA-12


 * MG4


 * Vector


 * P90

Vehicles
Their arsenal also includes a variety of up-armored SUV's and Helicopters (including a Pave Low).

Trivia

 * They are the first enemies in the Call of Duty series that are American.