5th Assault (Clan Star Adder)
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| Fifth Assault | |
| Nickname | Georgie's Gorillas (3059) |
| Affiliation | Clan Star Adder |
| Parent Command | Alpha Galaxy |
History[edit]
During the Operation REVIVAL Trials, the veteran Fifth Assault Cluster represented the Star Adders. Though the Star Adders had removed themselves from competition and therefore were not fighting for an invasion corridor, the Fifth was determined to force their fellow warriors to perform at their best. The Star Adders were the only force able to repair their machines and replace their warriors as needed.[1] During the Trials, the Star Adders defeated the forces from Clan Nova Cat and Clan Fire Mandrill, but lost to Clan Diamond Shark.[2]
Burrock Absorption[edit]
During the Burrock Absorption, the commander of the heavy Cluster surprised the Blood Spirits during the fight for Fort Weller on Albion. Even outnumbered, the unit shattered the Blood Spirit's Alpha Galaxy.[3]
Officers[edit]
| Rank | Name | Command | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commanding Officers of the 5th Assault | |||
| Star Colonel | Imelda Talasko | 3048[1] | |
| Star Colonel | Hannibal Banacek | 3059[3] | |
| Star Colonel | Chester Hansen | 3067[4] | |
Tactics[edit]
The unit can fight in any terrain and prefers longer engagements because of its heavy equipment. Most battles follow a two-step plan. First, the fighters soften the opponent up and then the heavy and assault 'Mechs deliver the final blow.[3]
Composition History[edit]
3059[edit]
Insignia and Color Scheme[edit]
The Star Adders placed the Clan's totem insignia on the left arm and right leg of BattleMechs and left wing and right stabilizers of aerospace fighters. The Alpha Galaxy insignia of an ancient Terran tank driving over a field of foes was placed on the right arm and wings, and left leg and stabilizers of fighters. The cluster insignia of a group of BattleMechs dismembering an enemy was placed on the right torso and fuselage of their machines.[3][5][6]
As a part of Alpha Galaxy, the Fifth Assault would have used the standard Star Adder colors of black and dark blue with Alpha Galaxy's gold trim accents.[3]
References[edit]
- ↑ a b Operational Turning Points: REVIVAL Trials, p. 21
- ↑ Operational Turning Points: REVIVAL Trials, p. 15
- ↑ a b c d e f Field Manual: Crusader Clans, p. 123
- ↑ Field Manual: Updates, p. 73: "Crusader Clans TO&E - 3067"
- ↑ Field Manual: Crusader Clans, p. 118: "The Fighting Arm"
- ↑ "Clan Star Adder Alpha Galaxy". CamoSpecs Online. Retrieved 2025-10-29.
Per FM:Crusader Clans, pages 118 and 123, and CSO. Updated 3/2/24