Wikus Grobbelaar joined the SANDF (South African National Defence Force) in 2012 at the age 18. He was quickly singled out as an intelligent and determined soldier and was fast-tracked into officer training in 2015. He served with distinction as an Officer in several African conflicts and peacekeeping operations. Most notably in Congo, were Grobbelaar was commended for bravery, but noted as a reckless, with little regard for personal safety. He went on to receive the Nkwe Ya Gauta for his incredibly brave actions during the Congo Crisis of 2018. Grobbelaar was wounded six times during the cause of his military career, once so severely his grave was dug, and another time losing an eye. He rose through the ranks faster then even the most optimistic soldier could hope, becoming a General in 2