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The Lyran Commonwealth could supply their military with some of the best equipment available. Even in the darkest hour the units field some of the heaviest machines. After the cooperation of with the AFFS the tactics changed. Described below are the individual arms and an overview of the common TO&E.<ref name=FMLAp25>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 25</ref>
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The Lyran Commonwealth could supply their military with some of the best equipment available. Even in the darkest hour the units field some of the heaviest machines. After the cooperation of with the AFFS the tactics changed. Described below are the individual arms and an overview of the common TO&E. <ref name=FMLAp25>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p.25</ref>
  
 
==BattleMechs==
 
==BattleMechs==
Because the Commonwealth was the second state which could produce BattleMechs and with its extensive heavy industry base the common 'Mech units compromise many heavy to assault designs. Since the War of 3039 every major combat command includes a [[Lightning Company]], with the purpose of training the entire command in mobile combat and combined arms tactics. During Operation Revival the LCAF suffered heavy losses which were replaced by foreign designs. But this trend was only temporary.<ref name=FMLAp25/>
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Because the Commonwealth was the second state which could produce BattleMechs and with its extensive heavy industry base the common 'Mech units compromise many heavy to assault designs. Since the war of 3039 every major combat command includes a [[Lightning Company]], with the purpose of training the entire command in mobile combat and combined arms tactics. During Operation Revival the LCAF suffered heavy losses which were replaced by foreign designs. But this trend was only temporary. <ref name=FMLAp25/>
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==Aerospace==
 
==Aerospace==
 
The LCAF regard their fighters as little more than ground support and the upgrades getting only during the FedCom Civil War to the units. O
 
The LCAF regard their fighters as little more than ground support and the upgrades getting only during the FedCom Civil War to the units. O
The standard design receive many weapons updates and some new design were also developed during the Jihad to answer the increased demand for naval support.<ref>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 26</ref>
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The standard design receive many weapons updates and some new design were also developed during the Jihad to answer the increased demand for naval support. <ref>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p.26 </ref>
  
 
The standard unit can divide in two categories: independent or "buddy duty".
 
The standard unit can divide in two categories: independent or "buddy duty".
 
:Independent = Wing sized formation with integral JumpShip and DropShip support.
 
:Independent = Wing sized formation with integral JumpShip and DropShip support.
:"Buddy duty" = assigned to specific ground command as air support and for escort duties.
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:"buddy duty" = assigned to specific ground command as air support and for escort duties.
  
 
The JumpShips and DropShips are usually organized into squadrons of 2 to six vessel or more. Every fleet could count on wing sized formations for defense duties.
 
The JumpShips and DropShips are usually organized into squadrons of 2 to six vessel or more. Every fleet could count on wing sized formations for defense duties.
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Tanks have always played an integral role in the army, often operating independently and forming combat groups at regimental level and above. With its economic might the Lyran Alliance can produce combat vehicles in large quantities. All units fall in one of three categories: Sturmregimenter, Kampfregimenter, or Aufklärungsregimenter.
 
Tanks have always played an integral role in the army, often operating independently and forming combat groups at regimental level and above. With its economic might the Lyran Alliance can produce combat vehicles in large quantities. All units fall in one of three categories: Sturmregimenter, Kampfregimenter, or Aufklärungsregimenter.
  
:'''''Sturmregimenter:'''''
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:'''Sturmregimenter:'''
::The formations includes the heaviest available conventional tanks, because they have the duty to break enemy lines and siege duty. Only armor and sheer weapons power are the only solution.
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::The formations includes the heaviest available conventional tanks, because they have the duty to break enemy lines and siege duty. Only armor and sheer weapons power are the only solution.
  
:'''''Kampfregimenter:'''''
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:'''Kampfregimenter:'''
::These units are multirole commands. From lightning raids, to flanking maneuvers and defensive engagements the vehicles can handle all tasks. They trade brute force for speed.
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::These units are multi-role commands. From lightning raids, to flanking maneuvers and defensive engagements the vehicles can handle all tasks. They trade brute force for speed.
  
:'''''Einsatzregimenter:'''''
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:'''Einsatzregimenter:'''
 
::These are normal ''Kampfregimenter'' with integrated VTOL air support.
 
::These are normal ''Kampfregimenter'' with integrated VTOL air support.
  
:'''''Aufklärungsregimenter:'''''
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:'''Aufklärungsregimenter:'''
 
::Task with field reconnaissance the vehicle are field sophisticated equipment. Special forces and other pathfinders cooperate in some cases with the larger formation.
 
::Task with field reconnaissance the vehicle are field sophisticated equipment. Special forces and other pathfinders cooperate in some cases with the larger formation.
  
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|-
 
|Company
 
|Company
|2–3 Platoons
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|2 - 3 Platoons
|8–12 Vehicles
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|8 - 12 Vehicles
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Battalion
 
|Battalion
|6–9 Platoons
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|6 - 9 Platoons
|24–36 Vehicles
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|24 - 36 Vehicles
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Reinforced<br /> Battalion
 
|Reinforced<br /> Battalion
|8–12 Platoons + 1 Platoon
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|8 - 12 Platoons + 1 Platoon
|36–52 Vehicles
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|36 - 52 Vehicles
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Regiment
 
|Regiment
|24–36 Platoons
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|24 - 36 Platoons
|72–108 Vehicles
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|72 - 108 Vehicles
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Reinforced<br /> Regiment
 
|Reinforced<br /> Regiment
|36–39 Platoons
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|36 - 39 Platoons
|108–156 Vehicles
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|108 - 156 Vehicles
 
|}
 
|}
  
 
==Infantry==
 
==Infantry==
The common trooper is the largest portion of the regular army. The LCAF provides the soldier with some of the best equipment, because they hold the life of the trooper in high regard which needs sufficient protection.<ref name=TRO3085p202-203>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 202–203: "Special Infantry"</ref> Through the seasoned cooperation with the AFFS and the change in warfare to conventional forces, LCAF Generals invest extensive resources into the development project. The standard personal armor kit of the LCAF is more expensive than other IS kits, but provides better protection, and the electronic equipment is of the highest level.<ref>''A Time of War'', p. 293</ref> Better trained and equipped soldiers can stand against any threat. A famed unit is the [[Heavy Infantry|Heavy Urban Response Platoon, 608th Lyran MTR, Third Lyran Guards]]. This unit can bring down a light 'Mech in one salvo with their heavy weapons.<ref name=TRO3085p202-203/> The high command divides soldiers into 6 categories: Foot, Jump, Motorized, Mechanized, Special Forces, and Battle Armor.
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The common trooper is the largest portion of the regular army. The LCAF provides the soldier with some of the best equipment, because they hold the life of the trooper in high regard which needs sufficient protection.<ref name=TRO3085p202-203>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p.202 - 203, "Special Infantry"</ref> Through the seasoned cooperation with the AFFS and the change in warfare to conventional forces, LCAF Generals invest extensive resources into the development project. The standard personal armor kit of the LCAF is more expensive than other IS kits, but provides better protection, and the electronic equipment is of the highest level.<ref>''A Time of War'', p. 293</ref> Better trained and equipped soldiers can stand against any threat. A famed unit is the [[Heavy_Infantry|Heavy Urban Response Platoon, 608th Lyran MTR, Third Lyran Guards]]. This unit can bring down a light 'Mech in one salvo with their heavy weapons.<ref name=TRO3085p202-203/> The high command divides soldiers into 6 categories: Foot, Jump, Motorized, Mechanized, Special Forces, and Battle Armor.
  
 
:'''Foot Soldier:'''
 
:'''Foot Soldier:'''
::Often found in defensive positions because of their lack of integral transport assets. In the right environment, like urban terrain, they can hold their own.
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::Often found in defensive positions because of their lack of integral transport assets. In the right environment, like urban terrain, they can hold their own.  
  
 
:'''Jump Soldier:'''
 
:'''Jump Soldier:'''
::In contrast to the first category, the soldiers are experts in fast deployment in urban terrain or environments with obstacles. The formations are smaller than the other commands. Common units include 3 Platoons.
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::In contrast to the first category, the soldiers are experts in fast deployment in urban terrain or environments with obstacles. The formations are smaller then the other commands. Common units include 3 Platoons.
  
 
:'''Motorized:'''
 
:'''Motorized:'''
::These commands are equipped with unarmored vehicles for transport duties. Often making raids, they must withdraw quickly due to the lack of armor protection.
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::These commands are equipped with unarmored vehicles for transport duties. Often making raids, they must withdraw quickly due to the lack of armor protection.  
  
 
:'''Mechanized:'''
 
:'''Mechanized:'''
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:'''Special Forces:'''
 
:'''Special Forces:'''
::As the elite of the conventional infantry, every member must meet crucial entrance requirements and is equipped with the best available equipment. They are few in number (only a handful of regiments) but these troops are a force multiplier. After a length of service, most soldiers go on to serve the state as a [[Lyran Intelligence Corps|Lohengrin or Loki]] operator.
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::As the elite of the conventional infantry, every member must meet crucial entrance requirements and is equipped with the best available equipment. They are few in number (only a handful of regiments) but these troops are a force multiplier. After a length of service, most soldiers go on to serve the state as a [[Lyran_Intelligence_Corps|Lohengrin or Loki]] operator.  
  
 
:'''Battle Armor:'''
 
:'''Battle Armor:'''
::With a tendency toward heavy quad assault BA, the LCAF assigned every front-line command Battle Armor at battalion strength or above when necessary.<ref>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 28</ref> After their first failed attempt with the [[Sloth]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 36</ref> the weapons scientists put greater efforts to build an indigenous design with overwhelming firepower. The results were the [[Fenrir]] (with 7 variants) and the [[Rottweiler]]. During the Jihad new tactics were developed. For example mixed squads of Fenrir and Rottweiler were used in front of larger engagements to secure key positions.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 22</ref>
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::With a tendency toward heavy quad assault BA, the LCAF assigned every front-line command Battle Armor at battalion strength or above when necessary. <ref>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 28</ref> After their first failed attempt with the [[Sloth]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 36</ref> the weapons scientists put greater efforts to build an indigenous design with overwhelming firepower. The results were the [[Fenrir]] (with 7 variants) and the [[Rottweiler]]. During the Jihad new tactics were developed. For example mixed squads of Fenrir and Rottweiler were used in front of larger engagements to secure key positions.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 22</ref>  
  
 
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|Platoon
 
|Platoon
|3–4 Squads
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|3 - 4 Squads
|21–28 troopers
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|21 - 28 troopers
 
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|Company
 
|Company
|9–12 Squads + 1 Squad
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|9 - 12 Squads + 1 Squad
|70–91 troopers
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|70 - 91 troopers
 
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|-
 
|Battalion
 
|Battalion
|27-36 Squads + 3–4 Squads
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|27-36 Squads + 3 - 4 Squads
|231–301 troopers
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|231 - 301 troopers
 
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|-
 
|Regiment
 
|Regiment
 
|*
 
|*
|763–994 troopers
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|763 - 994 troopers
 
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|-
 
|Brigade
 
|Brigade
 
|*
 
|*
|1626–3976 troopers
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|1626 - 3976 troopers
 
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<references/>
 
<references/>
  
==Bibliography==
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==Biblogrphy==
* ''[[Field Manual: Lyran Alliance]]''
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*''[[A Time of War]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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*''[[Field Manual: Lyran Alliance]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
* ''[[A Time of War]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
 
 
  
[[Category:Lyran Commonwealth Related Categories]]
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[[Category:TO&E]]

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