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| commander = Colonel Medron Pryde | | commander = Colonel Medron Pryde | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | The commander worked as a freelancer and formed in [[3059]] | + | The commander worked as a freelancer and formed the '''DropShip Irregulars''' in [[3059]] through intensive contacts with in the merc community. The unit is known for deep raids and rescue mission in enemy territory. The best example for their skills was the rescue of Dr. R. Raisley from [[Acamar]] in [[3065]]. The [[WoB]] sought to catch and convert this scientist to use his work for their own purposes. At the moment the DropShip Irregulars provide security and work as bodyguard for the doctor.<ref name=MSp31>''Mercenaries Supplemental'', p. 31, "DropShip Irregulars Unit profile"</ref> |
| − | The best example for their skills was the rescue of Dr. R. Raisley from [[Acamar]] in [[3065]]. The [[WoB]] sought to catch and convert this scientist to use his work for their own purposes. At the moment the DropShip Irregulars provide security and work as bodyguard for the doctor.<ref name=MSp31>''Mercenaries Supplemental'', p. 31, "DropShip Irregulars Unit profile"</ref> | ||
| − | The unit was destroyed by Word of Blake forces through orbital bombardment on [[Bethel]] on or shortly before 25 November 3070, just after their commanding officer, Colonel Medron Pryde, had been killed in 'Mech-to-'Mech combat. Dr. Raisley was presumed missing, not dead, after the attack on [[Bethel]].<ref>''Blake Ascending'', p. 276</ref> | + | The unit was destroyed by Word of Blake forces through orbital bombardment on [[Bethel]] on or shortly before 25 November [[3070]], just after their commanding officer, Colonel Medron Pryde, had been killed in 'Mech-to-'Mech combat. Dr. Raisley was presumed missing, not dead, after the attack on [[Bethel]].<ref>''Blake Ascending'', p. 276</ref> Later sources indicated that the Irregulars had nearly routed the Blakists on Bethel before being destroyed by a nuclear strike, and reiterated that Doctor Raisley, formerly of [[Bethel Labs]], had apprently not been killed in the explosion.<ref name="MSUp12">''Mercenaries Supplemental Update'', p. 12, "Rolls of Honor"</ref> |
==Officer== | ==Officer== | ||
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| − | *''[[Blake Ascending]]'' | + | * ''[[Blake Ascending]]'' |
| − | *''[[Mercenaries Supplemental]]'' | + | * ''[[Mercenaries Supplemental]]'' |
| + | * ''[[Mercenaries Supplemental Update]]'' | ||
[[Category:Mercenary Commands|DropShip Irregulars]] | [[Category:Mercenary Commands|DropShip Irregulars]] | ||
Revision as of 12:38, 11 December 2012
Contents
History
The commander worked as a freelancer and formed the DropShip Irregulars in 3059 through intensive contacts with in the merc community. The unit is known for deep raids and rescue mission in enemy territory. The best example for their skills was the rescue of Dr. R. Raisley from Acamar in 3065. The WoB sought to catch and convert this scientist to use his work for their own purposes. At the moment the DropShip Irregulars provide security and work as bodyguard for the doctor.[1]
The unit was destroyed by Word of Blake forces through orbital bombardment on Bethel on or shortly before 25 November 3070, just after their commanding officer, Colonel Medron Pryde, had been killed in 'Mech-to-'Mech combat. Dr. Raisley was presumed missing, not dead, after the attack on Bethel.[2] Later sources indicated that the Irregulars had nearly routed the Blakists on Bethel before being destroyed by a nuclear strike, and reiterated that Doctor Raisley, formerly of Bethel Labs, had apprently not been killed in the explosion.[3]
Officer
Colonel Medron Pryde was a charismatic leader and skilled soldier.[1]
Tactic
They use unorthodox tactics to accomplish their missions. Ambushes and traps were common tactics. In one case, it was reported that claymore mines were placed under the latrine of the enemy.[1]
Support
The unit has enough skilled support personal to maintain both their machines and transport assets.[1]
Mercenary Rating
Dragoon Rating: C[1]
Compisition History
3067
DropShip Irregulars(2 Battalions/Veteran/Reliable)[1]
- CO/1st Battalion: Colonel Medron Pryde
- XO/2nd Battalion: Lieutenant Colonel Atticus L. Walker
- Each Battalion contains: 2 Mech Companies + 1 Mixed Company of infantry/armor/aerospace
- They also use some types of scout battle armor for covert operation.