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During the early stages of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], Gamma Galaxy Commander Amelia Icaza assigned an [[Elemental]] [[Trinary]] from the Third Talon to actively participate in Project Ferrum, the Falcon [[Scientist Caste]]'s efforts to develop what eventually became the [[Ironhold (Battle Armor)|Ironhold Assault]] [[Battle Armor]]. After the elements of the Third tested the suit in the [[Periphery]] to great effect, mass production of the Ironhold was initiated upon their return to the [[Inner Sphere]]. | During the early stages of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], Gamma Galaxy Commander Amelia Icaza assigned an [[Elemental]] [[Trinary]] from the Third Talon to actively participate in Project Ferrum, the Falcon [[Scientist Caste]]'s efforts to develop what eventually became the [[Ironhold (Battle Armor)|Ironhold Assault]] [[Battle Armor]]. After the elements of the Third tested the suit in the [[Periphery]] to great effect, mass production of the Ironhold was initiated upon their return to the [[Inner Sphere]]. | ||
| − | + | While quickly spreading to all Clan Jade Falcon Galaxies, based on the glowing reports of the Trinary who tested it, the Third Talon opted to equip all its Elementals with the suit. The increased fire-power and effectiveness of the Ironhold resulted in the increasing predominance of the relatively obscure [[Bang-Chu (Bloodname)|Bang-Chu]] Elemental [[Bloodname]] among the ranks of the Third Talon. <ref name=TRO3085-130>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 130 "Ironhold Assault Battle Armor"</ref> | |
==Officers== | ==Officers== | ||
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Unit Description
Clan Jade Falcon military formation which long served the Clan since Invasion of the Inner Sphere.
History
Clan Invasion
During Operation Revival at start of 3050, unit was assigned to the Gamma Galaxy for the invasion of the Inner Sphere.
Hamstrung by the cautious bidding of its then CO Gran Newclay, the 3rd Falcon Talons split itself up into element units help assist taking objectives of the First Wave. Some these elements accompanied the Turkina Keshik in conquest of Here and 9th Falcon Talon Cluster on Barcelona. On world of Here, the 3rd Falcons help defeat the 8th Arcturan Guards RCT and its militia support brutal city fighting the forced the FedCom unit flee the planet. [1] [2]
While on Barcelona, the 3rd Falcons along with 9th Falcons fought a tough battle against the Lyran state's 17th Skye Rangers which they stalled their progress. This forced the invasion commander to call down Falcon Guards to secure victory and force the Federated Commonwealth to give up the world. [1] [2]
With the glory seeking Gran Newclay emboldened by rumours that Prince Victor Steiner-Davion was among the survivors of the 12th Donegal Guards on Derf, the 3rd Falcon Talons undertook their only single solo planetary conquest during the Invasion in May 3050. Unfortunately the rumours would prove to be false, with the Third Talon losing face even as they quickly overwhelmed the small and disheartened survivors of 12th's Combat Vehicle and BattleMech elements to secure the planet within a day. The Third regained some this lost honor after Clan Steel Viper were assigned to share the Falcon's invasion corridor, when the Third Talon successfully defeated the Viper's Trial of Possession for La Grave.[2]
Among those forced selected for the Battle of Tukayyid, the Third's conservative commander butted heads with the unorthodox Aidan Pryde in pre-battle councils. The Third would see combat at Robyn's Crossing until the Falcons were forced to withdraw. Despite their antagonism, Pryde's Falcon Guards provided cover to allow the unit to retreat, earning the grudging respect from Gran Newclay and the survivors of the Third Talon.[2]
Refusal War
During the Falcon's reorganization of their Touman after Tukayyid, the Third was reassigned to garrison duty with Omicron Galaxy.[2] Only to return to Gamma in the wake of the Refusal War.[citation needed]
First Jade Falcon Incursion & Battle of Coventry
In 3058, the 3rd Falcon Talons and rest of the Gamma Galaxy were assigned to invasion of the Lyran Alliance. The unit's note action of the invasion was on Coventry, in April where the Third attempted to intercept Waco Rangers on landing, but however they were unable to prevent them making it into Leitnerton. Two trinaries attempted to block Ranger's push for Leitnerton.[3]
Second Jade Falcon Incursion
During the Marthe Pryde's second incursion in the Lyran Alliance, 3rd Talons were garrisoning Black Earth in the Occupation Zone in 3064. The planet was attacked in October, by Lyran forced lead by General Adam Steiner. The 3rd Talon's commander waged a three week conflict, where he employed his Aerospace Fighter assets harassed the enemy. The Star Colonel, had secretly setup airfields on glaciers where able bogged down Lyran forces. However, at the end the Lyrans discovered 3rd Talon's airfields were force into battle with overwhelming forces. The unit was moderately damaged and forced to withdraw to Golandrinas.[4]
Jihad
During the early stages of the Word of Blake Jihad, Gamma Galaxy Commander Amelia Icaza assigned an Elemental Trinary from the Third Talon to actively participate in Project Ferrum, the Falcon Scientist Caste's efforts to develop what eventually became the Ironhold Assault Battle Armor. After the elements of the Third tested the suit in the Periphery to great effect, mass production of the Ironhold was initiated upon their return to the Inner Sphere.
While quickly spreading to all Clan Jade Falcon Galaxies, based on the glowing reports of the Trinary who tested it, the Third Talon opted to equip all its Elementals with the suit. The increased fire-power and effectiveness of the Ironhold resulted in the increasing predominance of the relatively obscure Bang-Chu Elemental Bloodname among the ranks of the Third Talon. [5]
Officers
- As of 3050 the Commanding Officer was Star Colonel Gran Newclay[6] Conservative in both thought and deed, Newclay exemplified the classic Clan officer outwitted by dishonorable Inner Sphere "trickery". Gran had a long standing hatred of Clan Steel Viper. [2]
Tactics
The 3rd Falcon Talons are trained to fight extensively in foul weather conditions.
Composition History
3050
- 3rd Falcon Talons[7]
- Command Star (Star 'Mechs)
- Trinary Alpha ('Mech Trinary) - CO: Star Captain Theodore Buhallin
- Trinary Beta ('Mech Trinary) - CO: Star Captain Sandra Pryde
- Trinary Charlie (1 Nova ('Mechs & Elements) 2 Elements Stars) - CO: Star Captain Gregor Mattlov
- Trinary Delta ('Mech Trinary w/points of Elements) - CO: Star Captain Judy Helmer
- Trinary Echo (Aerospace Fighter Trinary) - CO: Star Captain Ota Folkner
3059
- 3rd Falcon Talons - (5 Trinaries) - Star Colonel Cewen Newclay
3067
- 3rd Falcon Talons - (5 Trinaries) - Star Colonel Ceren Newclay[8]
Organization Structure
- Clanjadefalcon3052 3rdfalcontalon.png
3rd Falcon Talon Cluster
Notes
The unit was known as the 3rd Falcon Talons during the invasion of the Inner Sphere in 3050, and again in 3059.[9] In field manual update, the unit name was altered to simply 3rd Talon. Late publications the name has been switch back and forth.[10]
Game Notes
When using Force Specific Rules, 3rd Falcon Talon are trained in adverse conditions. When using scenario conditions which inflict rolls for adverse conditions including weather & night. The unit only suffers half the penalties rounded up.[11]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Jade Falcon Sourcebook p. 36 - First Wave - 3rd Falcon Talon's Here & Barecelona actions in First wave of the war.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Era Report: 3052, p. 49
- ↑ Battle of Coventry p. 33 - Third Falcon Talons attempt to intercept the Waco Rangers, but fail.
- ↑ FedCom Civil War (sourcebook) pp. 117-118, 186 - Jade Falcon Incursion - Black Earth & Jade Falcon Incursion Table - 3rd Talons (misnamed) fight prolong fight to hold off Lyran forces from taking the planet. Unit shown to be moved to Golandrinas after the conflict.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 130 "Ironhold Assault Battle Armor"
- ↑ Jade Falcon Sourcebook p. 47 - Unit listing includes commanding officer of the 3rd Talon during the invasion.
- ↑ Jade Falcon Sourcebook p. 47 - 3rd Jade Talon Cluster unit listings.
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates p. 72 - ToE of Falcons in 3067. Unit commander changed.
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusader Clans p. 100 - Unit name still 3rd Falcon Talons.
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates p. 72 - Unit was listed as only 3rd Talon.
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusader Clans p. 177 - Gamma Galaxy/3rd Falcon Talon - Unit training lets it reduced penalties for weather and night conditions.