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==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | In [[3059]], the unit existed in name only, the 44th had its component [[Star]]s doled out to protect merchant vessels. The extent of this was such that some high-ranking officers questioned whether the warriors within this cluster were more loyal to the merchant caste than their own. The Cluster had been noted having never fought together as whole. The cluster principle garrison base had been [[Atreus (Clan planet)|Atreus]] in the [[Kerensky Cluster]].<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', p. 89 | + | In [[3059]], the unit existed in name only, the 44th had its component [[Star]]s doled out to protect merchant vessels. The extent of this was such that some high-ranking officers questioned whether the warriors within this cluster were more loyal to the merchant caste than their own. The Cluster had been noted having never fought together as whole. The cluster principle garrison base had been [[Atreus (Clan planet)|Atreus]] in the [[Kerensky Cluster]].<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', p. 89, "Theta Galaxy" - 44th Hector Cavaliers background info.</ref> |
| − | The 3067, the cluster had only seen action against bandits and pirates, with some of its components used in trade missions like rest of Theta Galaxy. Intelligence reports suggest some of the Cluster's Galaxy had sent components being used as escorts for the Clan's Merchant Caste were traveling to [[Tanite Worlds]]. However, its believe any that were dispatched to those worlds would never return, as none had during this time period.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 47 | + | The 3067, the cluster had only seen action against bandits and pirates, with some of its components used in trade missions like rest of Theta Galaxy. Intelligence reports suggest some of the Cluster's Galaxy had sent components being used as escorts for the Clan's Merchant Caste were traveling to [[Tanite Worlds]]. However, its believe any that were dispatched to those worlds would never return, as none had during this time period.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 47, "Theta Galaxy info".</ref> |
==Officers== | ==Officers== | ||
As of 3059, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavailiers was, [[Star Captain]] Grey.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', pp. 59, 153 - Theta Galaxy deployment tables as of 3059. Star Captian Grey noted not being actual commander in fluff.</ref> | As of 3059, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavailiers was, [[Star Captain]] Grey.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', pp. 59, 153 - Theta Galaxy deployment tables as of 3059. Star Captian Grey noted not being actual commander in fluff.</ref> | ||
| − | As of 3067, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavaliers was, [[Star Colonel]] Tabitha<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 72 | + | As of 3067, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavaliers was, [[Star Colonel]] Tabitha<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 72, "Deployment Table for the Clan Ice Hellion".</ref> |
==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
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* 44th Hector Cavaliers - CO: Star Colonel Tabitha. | * 44th Hector Cavaliers - CO: Star Colonel Tabitha. | ||
| − | Note: Unit was listed as Green Skilled but with Reliable Loyalty to the Clan. The Cluster had a diversity of technology levels among its TO&E. It only 65% of the Cluster fitted with Clan Technology, while 35% utilized Star League and lesser grade equipment.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 72 | + | Note: Unit was listed as Green Skilled but with Reliable Loyalty to the Clan. The Cluster had a diversity of technology levels among its TO&E. It only 65% of the Cluster fitted with Clan Technology, while 35% utilized Star League and lesser grade equipment.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 72, "Unit's technology levels as of 3067".</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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===Game Notes=== | ===Game Notes=== | ||
| − | ''Field Manual: Crusader Clans'' allows characters whom are assigned to the Cavaliers (using [[MechWarrior Role Playing Game|MechWarrior II RPG rules]]) to purchase following skill points for half cost due to Clusters exposer to its Merchant Caste; Apprasial, Negotiation, and Scrounge.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', p. 117 | + | ''Field Manual: Crusader Clans'' allows characters whom are assigned to the Cavaliers (using [[MechWarrior Role Playing Game|MechWarrior II RPG rules]]) to purchase following skill points for half cost due to Clusters exposer to its Merchant Caste; Apprasial, Negotiation, and Scrounge.<ref>''Field Manual: Crusading Clans'', p. 117, "Rules Annex/Theta Galaxy" - Force Specific Rules for 44th Hector Cavaliers, RPG skills benifits.</ref> |
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Revision as of 18:39, 23 October 2011
Contents
History
In 3059, the unit existed in name only, the 44th had its component Stars doled out to protect merchant vessels. The extent of this was such that some high-ranking officers questioned whether the warriors within this cluster were more loyal to the merchant caste than their own. The Cluster had been noted having never fought together as whole. The cluster principle garrison base had been Atreus in the Kerensky Cluster.[1]
The 3067, the cluster had only seen action against bandits and pirates, with some of its components used in trade missions like rest of Theta Galaxy. Intelligence reports suggest some of the Cluster's Galaxy had sent components being used as escorts for the Clan's Merchant Caste were traveling to Tanite Worlds. However, its believe any that were dispatched to those worlds would never return, as none had during this time period.[2]
Officers
As of 3059, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavailiers was, Star Captain Grey.[3]
As of 3067, the Commanding Officer of the 44th Hector Cavaliers was, Star Colonel Tabitha[4]
Tactics
While having developed solid zero and low gravity tactics, the fact that the Cluster never fought together meant its unit cohesion was nonexistent.
Composition
3059
3067
- 44th Hector Cavaliers - CO: Star Colonel Tabitha.
Note: Unit was listed as Green Skilled but with Reliable Loyalty to the Clan. The Cluster had a diversity of technology levels among its TO&E. It only 65% of the Cluster fitted with Clan Technology, while 35% utilized Star League and lesser grade equipment.[5]
Notes
As of this writing, it unknown what happened to the 44th Hector Cavaliers or its parent Galaxy during the Jihad. Its Theta Galaxy had not particpated in the Clan's invasion of Clan Jade Falcon's Occupation Zone in 3072.
Game Notes
Field Manual: Crusader Clans allows characters whom are assigned to the Cavaliers (using MechWarrior II RPG rules) to purchase following skill points for half cost due to Clusters exposer to its Merchant Caste; Apprasial, Negotiation, and Scrounge.[6]
References
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusading Clans, p. 89, "Theta Galaxy" - 44th Hector Cavaliers background info.
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates, p. 47, "Theta Galaxy info".
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusading Clans, pp. 59, 153 - Theta Galaxy deployment tables as of 3059. Star Captian Grey noted not being actual commander in fluff.
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates, p. 72, "Deployment Table for the Clan Ice Hellion".
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates, p. 72, "Unit's technology levels as of 3067".
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusading Clans, p. 117, "Rules Annex/Theta Galaxy" - Force Specific Rules for 44th Hector Cavaliers, RPG skills benifits.