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Line 1: − {{infoBoxMilitaryCommand + {{Update Needed|[[Era Report: 3052]]}} − | image = [[File:6th Ghost (DCMS) logo.png|150px]] + {{infoBoxStateUnit − | Designation = Sixth Ghost Regiment + | image = [[File:6thghost (2).jpg|100px]] − | formed = mid-3030s+ | nickname = Life Through Service − | Disbanded = + | parent formation = [[Ghost Regiments]] − | Previous Designation = + | formed = Mid 3030s − | Nickname = Life Through Service+ | year = 3072 − | Affiliation = Draconis Combine + | unitname = 6th Ghost Regiment − | Parent Command = [[Ghost Regiments]] − | Sub-Command = }} }} − The '''Sixth Ghost Regiment''' was [[Draconis Combine]]-modeled after FedCom Regiment Combat Teams. The brainchild of [[Theodore Kurita]]'s forward thinking, the Sixth was part of his preparation for war with the then-forming [[Federated Commonwealth]]. + The 6th Ghost Regiment was [[Draconis Combine]] modeled after FedCom Regiment Combat Teams. The brainchild of [[Theodore Kurita]]'s forward thinking, the Sixth was part of his preparation for war with then forming [[Federated Commonwealth]]. − The unit originally consisted of all women from various lower castes (''eta'' and ''hinin'' castes) of Combine society.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 81: "6th Ghost's background that was given information that unit consisted of women"</ref> The regiment became a haven for female warriors who were usually repressed by male dominated warrior culture. + The unit originally consisted of all women from various lower caste (eta and hinin castes) of Combine society.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 81, "6th Ghost's background that was given information that unit consisted of women".</ref> The regiment became a haven for female warriors whom were usually repressed by male dominated warrior culture. − The unit uses a picture of a traditional Japanese bonsai tree in front of setting sun as their insignia. + The unit uses picture of a traditional Japanese bansai tree in front of setting sun. ==History== ==History== ===Formation=== ===Formation=== − As part of its formation, [[Theodore Kurita]] wished to find unorthodox warriors, for the Sixth he reviewed trade schools. He found ''Tai-sa'' Oltion in an Engineering School. Through her engineering background she used her abilities to design tactics to entrap her opponents.<ref name=FMDC116/> + As part its formation, Theodore Kurita wished to find non-traditional warriors, for the Sixth he reviewed trade schools. He found ''Tai-sa'' Oltion in an Engineering School. Through her engineering background she used her abilities to design tactics to entrap her opponents.<ref name=FMDC116/> − ===Ronin War=== + ===Ronin Wars=== {{sectionstub}} {{sectionstub}} ===War of 3039=== ===War of 3039=== − The unit was stationed on the world of [[Shimonoseki]] in [[3038]]. The unit was called into action and deployed with the [[5th Ghost|5th Ghost Regiment]] to retake the world of [[Biham]] from the [[8th Crucis Lancers]] and their attached mercenary support unit, [[Laurel's Legion]]. + The unit was stationed on world of [[Shimonoseki]] in [[3038]]. The unit was called into action and deployed with the [[5th Ghost|5th Ghost Regiment]] to retake the world of [[Biham]] from the [[8th Crucis Lancers]] and their attached mercenary support unit, [[Laurel's Legion]]. − The Sixth Ghost arrived with its sister unit on July 13th, after [[ISF]] and local resistance forces bombed the meeting with 8th Crucis's leader Marshal Swaine attending. In transit from the Jump Point, there were last clashes between the two sides. However, the bombing of the command staff on the planet left the [[AFFS]] forces in confusion, leaving them unable to attack Combine forces properly. + The Sixth Ghost arrived with its sister unit on July 13th, after [[ISF]] and local resistance forces bombed meeting with 8th Crucis's leader Marshal Swaine attending. In transit from the Jump Point, there were last clashes between both sides. However, bombing of the command staff on planet prevent left the [[AFFS]] forces in confusion, was not able hit Combine forces properly . − On the 19th, the units landed unopposed southwest of Hoshina city. The Sixth conducted a series of lightning raids to gather intelligence and keep the enemy forces off balance. The raids, organized in Company sizes, were conducted based on each individual unit's strength and weakness due to their lack of experience working as a regiment as a whole. The sheer speed of the attacks took AFFS command staff by surprise. Once reports were received, the Ghost attack forces had left. + On the 19th, the units landed unopposed southwest of Hoshina city. The Sixth conducted a series of lightning raids gather intelligence and keep the enemy forces off balanced. The raids, organized in Company sizes were conducted based on each individual unit's strength and weakness due to their lack of experience working as a regiment as whole. Sheer speed of the attacks took AFFS command staff by surprise. Once reports were received the Ghost attack forces were gone. − Through the month of August, the 6th Ghost and its sister unit slowly began a battle that disrupted the command staff of the AFFS forces, giving the impression of them losing control of Biham. The Crucis Lancers and Laurel's Legion did not work well together due to mistrust between the two, causing them to lose ground. The Legion feeling cut off and facing superior numbers, abandoned the 8th Crucis Lancers. The 6th Ghost and other forces forced Lancers later, in early September, to abandon the planet after heavy fighting.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', pp. 81–82: "Battle for Biham"</ref>+ Througth the month of August, the 6th Ghost and its sister unit slowly begun rattle the distrupted acting command staff of the AFFS forces, giving impression of them losing the control of Biham. Crucis Lancer's and Legion did not work well together do to mis trust between the two causing them to lose ground. Legion feeling cut off and facing superior numbers abandon the 8th Crucis Lancers. The 6th Ghost and other forces forced Lancer later in early September to abandon the planet after heavy fighting.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', pp. 81-82, "Battle for Biham".</ref> ===Clan Invasion=== ===Clan Invasion=== − During the [[Clan Invasion]], the unit was stationed on [[Marshdale]]. In November of [[3051]], [[Clan Smoke Jaguar|Clan Smoke Jaguar's]] [[3rd Jaguar Cavaliers (Clan Smoke Jaguar)|Third Jaguar Cavaliers]] conducted a [[Trial of Possession]] for the planet. + During the [[Clan Invasion]], the unit was stationed on [[Marshdale]]. In November of [[3051]], [[Clan Smoke Jaguar|Clan Smoke Jaguar's]] [[3rd Jaguar Cavaliers (Clan Smoke Jaguar)|Third Jaguar Cavaliers]] conducted [[Trial of Possession]] for the planet. − ''Tai-sa'' Olton was planted in advance of the Clan forces' arrival, devising inventive traps and digging the unit in to make it a tough battle for the Clan Warriors to win. The 6th Ghost's efforts proved highly successful for months, being able to stay ahead of the Cluster's efforts. However, things turned when the battle for the planet was drawn into the city of Thoughnet.<ref name=FMDC116/> The close quarters fighting forced the Ghost to abandon their prepared positions and fight the Third Jaguar Cavaliers in open terrain.<ref>''Era Report: 3052'', p. 56</ref> The battle turned on the Ghost, forcing them to withdraw, taking significant casualties to their aerospace forces covering their escape.<ref name=FMDC116>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116: "Unit Profile" - 6th Ghost's battle to hold onto Marshdale</ref> + ''Tai-sa'' Olton was planned in advance of the Clan forces arrival, devising inventive traps and digging the unit in to make it tough battle for Clan Warriors to win. The 6th Ghost efforts proved highly successful for time, being able stay ahead of the Cluster's efforts. However, things turn when the battle for the planet was drawn into the city of Thoughnet. The battle turned on the Ghosts, forcing them to withdraw, taking significant casualties among their Aerospace forces covering their escape.<ref name=FMDC116>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116 - "Unit Profile" - 6th Ghost's battle to hold onto Marshdale.</ref> ===Operation Bulldog=== ===Operation Bulldog=== − In [[3059]], the 6th Ghost was among the units to reclaim two worlds from [[Clan Nova Cat]]. The [[Trial of Possession]] for Bjarred consisted of ''Tai-sa'' Oliton flipping a coin.<ref>''Grave Covenant'', pp. 275–278</ref> They "successfully" won [[Bjarred]] and [[Tarnby]]. The unit supported other units to fight the Smoke Jaguars on [[Schwartz]]. The 6th was able to gain a large quantity of Clan equipment, which it turned over to DCMS High Command. In returned the unit received two companies worth of Combine-designed [[OmniMech]]s. Despite the unit's high mobility, they reorganized to have several assault 'Mech lances to balance their large quantity of lighter machines. The aerospace force was built up from its three Flights of fighters to two Wings, recruiting from universities and academies from all over the Combine.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116: "6th Ghost Regiment & Swiftness of Mercy flight info"</ref> + In [[3059]], the 6th Ghost was among units reclaim two world from [[Clan Nova Cat]]. Their trial of possession included use of flip of coin, they "successfully" won [[Bjarred]] and [[Tarnby]]. The unit to support other units to fight the Smoke Jaguars on [[Schwartz]]. The unit was able large quantity of Clan equipment, which it turned over to DCMS High Command. In returned the unit received two companies worth of Combined designed [[OmniMech|OmniMechs]]. Despite the unit's high mobility, they re-organized to have several Assault 'Mech lances to balance large quantity lighter 'Machines. The Aerospace force was built up from its three flights of fighters to two Wings, recruiting from universities and academies from over the combine.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116, "6th Ghost Regiment & Swiftness of Mercy flight info".</ref> ===Combine-Ghost Bear War=== ===Combine-Ghost Bear War=== − The Sixth Ghost took heavy casualties during the [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]] of [[3062]]. The unit was sent to reinforce the beleaguered [[2nd Legion of Vega]], where their combined efforts held the planet from capture.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', pp. 114–115: "6th Ghost mini-profile update & 2nd Legion of Vega"</ref> + The sixth Ghost took heavy casualties during the [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]] of [[3062]]. The unit sent to reinforce the beleaguered [[2nd Legion of Vega]] on where their combined efforts held planet.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', pp. 114-115, "6th Ghost mini-profile update & 2nd Legion of Vega".</ref> ===Jihad=== ===Jihad=== − Renegade [[AFFS]] forces from the [[Draconis March]] - the [[Second Robinson Rangers]] and the [[Sakhara Academy Training Battalion]]<ref>''Total Chaos'', p. 115</ref> with mercenary support from [[Gannon's Cannons]],<ref name=TCp70>''Total Chaos'', pp. 70–71: "Graveyard Shift"</ref> [[Beowulf Rangers]], [[Donnel's Commandos]], [[Piotrs Privateers]] and [[227th David Hunters]]<ref name="TCp115"/> launched an attack on Benjamin during the first week of December [[3068]]. Rather than simply striking at the planet and leaving, the rogue units remained in place; the initial assault decimated the defending [[Sixth Ghost]],<ref name=Benjamin/> and reports indicated that [[Ninyu Kerai]], Chief of the Combine's [[ISF]], had also been claimed as a victim during the attack. The [[DCMS]] deployed additional troops to Benjamin during the first week of February [[3069]] when the [[Second Benjamin Regulars]] and the [[Fifteenth Benjamin Regulars]]<ref name="TCp115">''Total Chaos'', pp. 115–116: "Benjamin"</ref> were sent home with the intention to drive out the rogue Draconis March units, but beginning on the 14th of February the [[Word of Blake]] launched raids intended to disrupt the command structure of the DCMS, attacking both Benjamin and [[Pesht]]. A Word attack on the 20th of February shattered both the AFFS and DCMS units on Benjamin, with the [[Federated Suns]] units retreating off-world on the 25th; even as they left, Blakist aerospace assets were waiting for them in space and Pocket WarShips destroyed some of the retreating AFFS forces, with less than thirty percent being able to escape.<ref name="TCp115"/> The WoB raid ended with the retreat of their forces and the heavily damaged remaining DCMS units in control of the planet.<ref name="J:FRp46">''Jihad: Final Reckoning'', p. 46: "The Jihad in Review"</ref><ref name="TCp115"/>+ In May of [[3072]], the Sixth Ghost was garrisoning Military district capital of [[Benjamin]]. After repelling a surprise attack by [[Draconis March]] forces,<ref name=frdcms15>''Field Report: DCMS'', p. 15</ref> the unit fell under attack when the [[28th Division (Word of Blake)|28th Division]] of the [[Word of Blake]], accompanied by the [[45th Shadow Division]] assaulted the planet. The heavy fighting with the 28th Division forced the Ghost's commander to surrender.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 100, "28th Division unit profile" - 6th Ghost is defeated by the Blakist.</ref> − − In February 3069, the Sixth Ghost arrived on Benjamin to battle AFFS forces. On the 20th, Blakist WarShips bombarded both forces, leading to a truce on the planet. − − In May of [[3072]], the Sixth Ghost was garrisoning the Military district capital of [[Benjamin]]. After repelling a surprise attack by [[Draconis March]] forces,<ref name=frdcms15>''Field Report: DCMS'', p. 15</ref> the unit fell under attack when the [[28th Division (Word of Blake)|28th Division]] of the [[Word of Blake]], accompanied by the [[45th Shadow Division]], assaulted the planet. The heavy fighting with the 28th Division forced the Ghost's commander to surrender.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 100: "28th Division unit profile" - 6th Ghost is defeated by Blakists</ref> ==Officers== ==Officers== − {| class="wikitable"+ As of [[3040]] to [[3067]] the commanding officer was was, [[Tai-sa]] Katherine Oltion.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 81, "Commanding officer of 6th Ghost named during retaking of Biham"</ref><ref name=FMDC116/><ref name=FMUp116>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 116, "DCMS Deployment Table - 3067"</ref>. − |- − ! scope="col" width="220" style="background: #dedede;" | Rank − ! scope="col" width="220" style="background: #dedede;" | Name − ! scope="col" width="220" style="background: #dedede;" | Command − |- − | colspan="4" style="background: #efefef;" | '''Commanding Officers of the 6th Ghost''' − |- − | ''[[Tai-sa]]''||[[Katherine Oltion]]||[[3040]] - [[3067]]<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 81: "Commanding officer of 6th Ghost named during retaking of Biham"</ref><ref name=FMDC116/><ref name=FMUp116>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 116: "DCMS Deployment Table - 3067"</ref> − |- − |} − − ===Other Unit Officers=== − * ''[[Sho-sa]]'' [[Ryuchi Osaka]] in [[3069]].<ref name=Benjamin>''War for Benjamin Heats Up''</ref> ==Tactics== ==Tactics== − The 6th Ghost specializes in usual strategy. The unit uses high mobility forces to feint, conduct multiple small scale strikes against enemy forces, and uses these to frustrate and confuse the enemy. They are known to lure opposition into elaborate traps. The unit is also known to draw out the battle and use guerrilla-like tactics to wear the enemy down to ambush them.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116: "Tactics" - 6th Ghost trademark tactics noted being unusual for heavy regiment</ref> + The 6th Ghost specializes in usual strategy. The unit uses high mobility force to feints, conduct multiple small scale strikes against enemy force & use these to frustrate and confuse the enemy. They've known to lure opposition into elaborate traps. The unit known to draw out the battle and using guerrilla like tactics wear the enemy down to ambush them.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116, "Tactics" - 6th Ghost trade mark tactics noted being unusual for heavy regiment.</ref> ==Composition History== ==Composition History== ===3040=== ===3040=== − ''' 6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Green/Questionable)<ref name=HWo3039p139/> + ''' 6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Green/Questionble)<ref name=HWO3039>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 139</ref> − :Note: At this point in time the command was stationed on [[Shimonoseki]].<ref name=HWo3039p139>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 139</ref> − − ===3050=== − '''6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Questionable)<ref name=20yup42>''20 Year Update'', p. 42</ref> − − : Note: At this point in time the unit was stationed on Shimonoseki.<ref name=20yup42/> − − ===3054=== − ''' 6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=ORp28>''Objective Raids'', p. 28</ref> ===3059=== ===3059=== '''6th Ghost''' (1 [[Regiment]]/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> '''6th Ghost''' (1 [[Regiment]]/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> − * CO/1st Battalion: ''Tai-sa'' Katherine Oltion + * CO/1st Battalion: Tai-sa Katherine Oltion − * XO/2nd Battalion: ''[[Chu-sa]]'' Meito Makura + * XO/2nd Battalion: [[Chu-sa]] Meito Makura − * 3rd Battalion: ''Chu-sa'' Talon Mon + * 3rd Battalion: Chu-sa Talon Mon − - The unit gained 24 OmniMechs in exchange for their secured Clan equipment over the years. The command is designated as a heavy unit, with some assault for sheer force and some lights for reconnaissance. + - The unit gained 24 omnimech in exchange for their secured clan equipment over the years. The command is designated as a heavy unit, with some assault for sheer force and some lights for reconnaissance. '''Swiftness of Mercy''' (3 [[Flight]]s/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> '''Swiftness of Mercy''' (3 [[Flight]]s/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> − * Wing Commander: ''[[Dai-i]]'' Georgia Davidson + * Wing Commander: [[Dai-i]] Georgia Davidson − - The force is equipped with some advanced equipment for their new pilots fresh from the academy. + - The force is equiped with some advanced equipment for their new pilots fresh from the academy. '''3rd Pathfinders''' (1 Battalion/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMDC116/> '''3rd Pathfinders''' (1 Battalion/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMDC116/> − * Armor Commander: ''Chu-sa'' Trevor Osada + * Armor Commander: Chu-sa Trevor Osada '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> − * Troop Commander: ''Tai-sa'' Cameron Hiyana + * Troop Commander: Tai-sa Cameron Hiyana − - The unit can count on 4 conventional aircraft and 12 artillery pieces. + - The unit can count on, 4 conventional aircrafts and 12 artillery pieces. ===3067=== ===3067=== − '''6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> + '''6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> − * CO: ''Tai-sa'' Katherine Oltion + * CO: Tai-sa Katherine Oltion − '''Swiftness of Mercy''' 2 (aerospace [[Wing (Military Unit)|wings]]/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> + '''Swiftness of Mercy''' 2 (AeroSpace [[Wing (Military Unit)|Wings]]/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> − * CO: ''Chu-sa'' Georgia Davidson + * CO: Chu-sa Georgia Davidson − '''3rd Pathfinders''' ([[Combat Vehicle|Armor]] [[Battalion]]/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMUp116/> + '''3rd Pathfinders''' ([[Armor]] [[Battalion]]/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMUp116/> − * CO: ''Chu-sa'' Gabriel Dumont + * CO: Chu-sa Gabriel Dumont '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (Infantry Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (Infantry Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> − * CO: ''Tai-sa'' Judith Kawanaka + * CO: Tai-sa Judith Kawanaka + + ===3079=== + The Sixth Ghost didn't exist, as they were wiped out in [[3068]].<ref name=frdcms15/> ==References== ==References== <references/> <references/> − ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[List of Solaris Broadcasting Co. articles#War For Benjamin Heats Up|BattleCorps Solaris Broadcasting Co., 08/02/3069: "War for Benjamin Heats Up"]]''+ *''[[Daughter of the Dragon]]'' (Novel) − * ''[[Daughter of the Dragon]]'' (novel) + *''[[Field Manual: Draconis Combine]]'' − * ''[[Era Report: 3052]]''+ *''[[Historical: War of 3039]]'' − * ''[[Field Manual: Draconis Combine]]'' − * ''[[Field Manual: Updates]]'' − * ''[[Field Report: DCMS]]'' − * ''[[Grave Covenant]]'' − * ''[[Historical: War of 3039]]'' − * ''[[Jihad: Final Reckoning]]'' * ''[[Objective Raids]]'' * ''[[Objective Raids]]'' − * ''[[BattleCorps Scenarios#Scenario: Saving Tai-Shu Ashora|Saving Tai-shu Ahsora]]'' (scenario) + * ''[[Saving Tai-shu Ahsora]] [[BattleCorps]] scenario PDF − * ''[[Total Chaos]]'' + *''[[Field Report: DCMS]]'' − [[Category:Draconis Combine Commands|Ghost, 06th]] [[Category:Draconis Combine Commands|Ghost, 06th]]
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| − | The | + | The 6th Ghost Regiment was [[Draconis Combine]] modeled after FedCom Regiment Combat Teams. The brainchild of [[Theodore Kurita]]'s forward thinking, the Sixth was part of his preparation for war with then forming [[Federated Commonwealth]]. |
| − | The unit originally consisted of all women from various lower | + | The unit originally consisted of all women from various lower caste (eta and hinin castes) of Combine society.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 81, "6th Ghost's background that was given information that unit consisted of women".</ref> The regiment became a haven for female warriors whom were usually repressed by male dominated warrior culture. |
| − | The unit uses | + | The unit uses picture of a traditional Japanese bansai tree in front of setting sun. |
==History== | ==History== | ||
===Formation=== | ===Formation=== | ||
| − | As part | + | As part its formation, Theodore Kurita wished to find non-traditional warriors, for the Sixth he reviewed trade schools. He found ''Tai-sa'' Oltion in an Engineering School. Through her engineering background she used her abilities to design tactics to entrap her opponents.<ref name=FMDC116/> |
| − | ===Ronin | + | ===Ronin Wars=== |
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===War of 3039=== | ===War of 3039=== | ||
| − | The unit was stationed on | + | The unit was stationed on world of [[Shimonoseki]] in [[3038]]. The unit was called into action and deployed with the [[5th Ghost|5th Ghost Regiment]] to retake the world of [[Biham]] from the [[8th Crucis Lancers]] and their attached mercenary support unit, [[Laurel's Legion]]. |
| − | The Sixth Ghost arrived with its sister unit on July 13th, after [[ISF]] and local resistance forces bombed | + | The Sixth Ghost arrived with its sister unit on July 13th, after [[ISF]] and local resistance forces bombed meeting with 8th Crucis's leader Marshal Swaine attending. In transit from the Jump Point, there were last clashes between both sides. However, bombing of the command staff on planet prevent left the [[AFFS]] forces in confusion, was not able hit Combine forces properly . |
| − | On the 19th, the units landed unopposed southwest of Hoshina city. The Sixth conducted a series of lightning raids | + | On the 19th, the units landed unopposed southwest of Hoshina city. The Sixth conducted a series of lightning raids gather intelligence and keep the enemy forces off balanced. The raids, organized in Company sizes were conducted based on each individual unit's strength and weakness due to their lack of experience working as a regiment as whole. Sheer speed of the attacks took AFFS command staff by surprise. Once reports were received the Ghost attack forces were gone. |
| − | + | Througth the month of August, the 6th Ghost and its sister unit slowly begun rattle the distrupted acting command staff of the AFFS forces, giving impression of them losing the control of Biham. Crucis Lancer's and Legion did not work well together do to mis trust between the two causing them to lose ground. Legion feeling cut off and facing superior numbers abandon the 8th Crucis Lancers. The 6th Ghost and other forces forced Lancer later in early September to abandon the planet after heavy fighting.<ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', pp. 81-82, "Battle for Biham".</ref> | |
===Clan Invasion=== | ===Clan Invasion=== | ||
| − | During the [[Clan Invasion]], the unit was stationed on [[Marshdale]]. In November of [[3051]], [[Clan Smoke Jaguar|Clan Smoke Jaguar's]] [[3rd Jaguar Cavaliers (Clan Smoke Jaguar)|Third Jaguar Cavaliers]] conducted | + | During the [[Clan Invasion]], the unit was stationed on [[Marshdale]]. In November of [[3051]], [[Clan Smoke Jaguar|Clan Smoke Jaguar's]] [[3rd Jaguar Cavaliers (Clan Smoke Jaguar)|Third Jaguar Cavaliers]] conducted [[Trial of Possession]] for the planet. |
| − | ''Tai-sa'' Olton was | + | ''Tai-sa'' Olton was planned in advance of the Clan forces arrival, devising inventive traps and digging the unit in to make it tough battle for Clan Warriors to win. The 6th Ghost efforts proved highly successful for time, being able stay ahead of the Cluster's efforts. However, things turn when the battle for the planet was drawn into the city of Thoughnet. The battle turned on the Ghosts, forcing them to withdraw, taking significant casualties among their Aerospace forces covering their escape.<ref name=FMDC116>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116 - "Unit Profile" - 6th Ghost's battle to hold onto Marshdale.</ref> |
===Operation Bulldog=== | ===Operation Bulldog=== | ||
| − | In [[3059]], the 6th Ghost was among | + | In [[3059]], the 6th Ghost was among units reclaim two world from [[Clan Nova Cat]]. Their trial of possession included use of flip of coin, they "successfully" won [[Bjarred]] and [[Tarnby]]. The unit to support other units to fight the Smoke Jaguars on [[Schwartz]]. The unit was able large quantity of Clan equipment, which it turned over to DCMS High Command. In returned the unit received two companies worth of Combined designed [[OmniMech|OmniMechs]]. Despite the unit's high mobility, they re-organized to have several Assault 'Mech lances to balance large quantity lighter 'Machines. The Aerospace force was built up from its three flights of fighters to two Wings, recruiting from universities and academies from over the combine.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116, "6th Ghost Regiment & Swiftness of Mercy flight info".</ref> |
===Combine-Ghost Bear War=== | ===Combine-Ghost Bear War=== | ||
| − | The | + | The sixth Ghost took heavy casualties during the [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]] of [[3062]]. The unit sent to reinforce the beleaguered [[2nd Legion of Vega]] on where their combined efforts held planet.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', pp. 114-115, "6th Ghost mini-profile update & 2nd Legion of Vega".</ref> |
===Jihad=== | ===Jihad=== | ||
| − | + | In May of [[3072]], the Sixth Ghost was garrisoning Military district capital of [[Benjamin]]. After repelling a surprise attack by [[Draconis March]] forces,<ref name=frdcms15>''Field Report: DCMS'', p. 15</ref> the unit fell under attack when the [[28th Division (Word of Blake)|28th Division]] of the [[Word of Blake]], accompanied by the [[45th Shadow Division]] assaulted the planet. The heavy fighting with the 28th Division forced the Ghost's commander to surrender.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 100, "28th Division unit profile" - 6th Ghost is defeated by the Blakist.</ref> | |
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==Officers== | ==Officers== | ||
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==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
| − | The 6th Ghost specializes in usual strategy. The unit uses high mobility | + | The 6th Ghost specializes in usual strategy. The unit uses high mobility force to feints, conduct multiple small scale strikes against enemy force & use these to frustrate and confuse the enemy. They've known to lure opposition into elaborate traps. The unit known to draw out the battle and using guerrilla like tactics wear the enemy down to ambush them.<ref>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 116, "Tactics" - 6th Ghost trade mark tactics noted being unusual for heavy regiment.</ref> |
==Composition History== | ==Composition History== | ||
===3040=== | ===3040=== | ||
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===3059=== | ===3059=== | ||
'''6th Ghost''' (1 [[Regiment]]/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | '''6th Ghost''' (1 [[Regiment]]/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | ||
| − | * CO/1st Battalion: | + | * CO/1st Battalion: Tai-sa Katherine Oltion |
| − | * XO/2nd Battalion: | + | * XO/2nd Battalion: [[Chu-sa]] Meito Makura |
| − | * 3rd Battalion: | + | * 3rd Battalion: Chu-sa Talon Mon |
| − | - The unit gained 24 | + | - The unit gained 24 omnimech in exchange for their secured clan equipment over the years. The command is designated as a heavy unit, with some assault for sheer force and some lights for reconnaissance. |
'''Swiftness of Mercy''' (3 [[Flight]]s/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | '''Swiftness of Mercy''' (3 [[Flight]]s/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | ||
| − | * Wing Commander: | + | * Wing Commander: [[Dai-i]] Georgia Davidson |
| − | - The force is | + | - The force is equiped with some advanced equipment for their new pilots fresh from the academy. |
'''3rd Pathfinders''' (1 Battalion/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMDC116/> | '''3rd Pathfinders''' (1 Battalion/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMDC116/> | ||
| − | * Armor Commander: | + | * Armor Commander: Chu-sa Trevor Osada |
'''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMDC116/> | ||
| − | * Troop Commander: | + | * Troop Commander: Tai-sa Cameron Hiyana |
| − | - The unit can count on 4 conventional | + | - The unit can count on, 4 conventional aircrafts and 12 artillery pieces. |
===3067=== | ===3067=== | ||
| − | '''6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> | + | '''6th Ghost''' (Regiment/Veteran/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> |
| − | * CO: | + | * CO: Tai-sa Katherine Oltion |
| − | '''Swiftness of Mercy''' 2 ( | + | '''Swiftness of Mercy''' 2 (AeroSpace [[Wing (Military Unit)|Wings]]/Elite/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> |
| − | * CO: | + | * CO: Chu-sa Georgia Davidson |
| − | '''3rd Pathfinders''' ([[ | + | '''3rd Pathfinders''' ([[Armor]] [[Battalion]]/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FMUp116/> |
| − | * CO: | + | * CO: Chu-sa Gabriel Dumont |
'''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (Infantry Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> | '''13th Pesht Volunteer Force''' (Infantry Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMUp116/> | ||
| − | * CO: | + | * CO: Tai-sa Judith Kawanaka |
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| + | The Sixth Ghost didn't exist, as they were wiped out in [[3068]].<ref name=frdcms15/> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | *''[[Daughter of the Dragon]]'' (Novel) | |
| − | * ''[[Daughter of the Dragon]]'' ( | + | *''[[Field Manual: Draconis Combine]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Historical: War of 3039]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[Field Manual: Draconis Combine | ||
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| − | * ''[[Historical: War of 3039 | ||
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* ''[[Objective Raids]]'' | * ''[[Objective Raids]]'' | ||
| − | * ''[[ | + | * ''[[Saving Tai-shu Ahsora]] [[BattleCorps]] scenario PDF |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Field Report: DCMS]]'' |
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[[Category:Draconis Combine Commands|Ghost, 06th]] | [[Category:Draconis Combine Commands|Ghost, 06th]] | ||