Genyosha
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| Genyosha | |
| Formed | 3027[1] |
| Nickname | Black Ocean[2] |
| Affiliation | Draconis Combine |
| Parent Command | DCMS |
The Genyosha regiments are two of the pinnacle units in the DCMS. Well-equipped with the most loyal of troops, the Genyosha was known as the most elite of House Kurita's units.
Overview[edit]
The Genyosha are the Dragon's elite fanatical shock troops, a floating command, answerable only to the Coordinator, their loyalty is unquestioned, they are thinkers as well as fighters, and they are the embodiment of iemoto Yorinaga Kurita. The Genyosha are on the same tier of status as both the Second Sword of Light and the Hikage. Their victories span from Terra to the Clan Homeworlds. Two Coordinators—Theodore Kurita and Hohiro Kurita—have led the Genyosha. When Theodore Kurita became Gunji-no-Kanrei, the Genyosha changed from a pure 'Mech regiment to a more flexible combined-arms regiment. The Genyosha have fought on Luthien, both times to save the Combine from both Clan and traitor forces. The Genyosha are one of the few units able to stockpile battlefield salvage, they are a top priority for replacements and can hand pick soldiers from other units. Finally, they are also one of the most C3-equipped units in the DCMS.
The formation grew between the Fourth Succession War and the Clan Invasion to two regiments.
History[edit]
In 3013, Takashi Kurita was the commander of the Second Sword of Light when the Second Sword attacked Mallory's World. Yorinaga was the commander of the Second Battalion under Takashi. The Federated Suns would lose its First Prince, Ian Davion however the Second Sword of Light would retreat off world after the famous duel between Yorinaga and Morgan Kell, and Takashi being denied the prize of Ian Davion's body. Both Morgan and Yorinaga would retreat to monasteries. The "Genyosha" - the Black Ocean, was formed on 1 January 3027 when Coordinator Takashi Kurita sent Jiro Ishiyama to Echo, directing Yorinaga to form the elite unit. Yorinaga was authorized to pick fifty men, one for each year of his age, who would then train fifty men until all of those in the Genyosha would have the same heart and mind as Yorinaga. The Genyosha had no superior except the Coordinator,[2] though the Genyosha originally reported to the Coordinator through an ISF liaison.[1] The Coordinator of the Draconis Combine's first mission for Yorinaga and the Genyosha was the "utter destruction of the Kell Hounds." The Second Genyosha was then raised following the Fourth Succession War.[2] They later reported directly to Gunji-no-Kanrei Theodore Kurita after Coordinator Takashi ordered them to be subordinate to the Warlords and Asano pledged personal loyalty to Theodore.[1]
Both elite Genyosha regiments proved their worth time and time again throughout the Clan Invasion, with the First bringing the Combine two major victories: the Battles of Wolcott and Luthien. While aiding the fight on Luthien, the Second was not so lucky: by the Battle of Tukayyid only a battalion survived, with Tai-sa Asano recommending the unit be temporarily retired so it could be carefully rebuilt to ensure its elite status was not diluted. The reborn Second returned to active service in June 3057. Coordinator Theodore Jurita kept the Genyosha under his direct command.[1]
Officers[edit]
At the very least, Tai-sas Yorinaga and Hohiro Kurita of the First Genyosha had "auxiliary" command powers over the Second Genyosha.[3] It's not explicit if the other commanders maintain the same level of control.
| Rank | Name | Command | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commanding Officers of the Genyosha | |||
| Lord | Yorinaga Kurita | 3027 – 3029[4][5] | |
| Tai-sa | Hohiro Kurita | 3056 – 3059[3] | |
Other Officers[edit]
- Chu-i Christian Cichutek, One of the founding MechWarriors of the unit.
- Sho-sa Christian Cichutek, MechWarrior during the Dark Age.[6]
- Chu-i Hiro Yoshigi, MechWarrior during the late Succession Wars.[7]
- Chu-i Taylor Ding-wa, MechWarrior during the Jihad.[8]
Tactics[edit]
Different per Unit. Following the teachings of their first master, the Genyosha focus fire on the most dangerous of their opponents first, demoralizing their opponents and giving them an edge.[2]
Units of the Genyosha[edit]
Color Scheme and Insignia[edit]
Both Genyosha regiments originally used the same paint scheme, ash gray with no accents, but after their return to service in 3057, the Second added thin black stripes to accent its machines.[1]
The Genyosha regiments use the same insignia, a black tsunami full of stars. Both regiments prominently display this on the upper left torso or upper left arm, and on an appropriate spot on vehicles or fighters. The dragon crest of House Kurita is displayed on the upper right leg of each 'Mech or equivalent on other vehicle types.[1]
Notes[edit]
- Special Combat Rules can be found for both regiments of the Genyosha on page 48 of Combat Manual: Kurita.[2]
References[edit]
- ↑ a b c d e f Field Manual: Draconis Combine, p. 75: "Genyosha"
- ↑ a b c d e Combat Manual: Kurita, p. 48: "Genyosha"
- ↑ a b Field Manual: Draconis Combine, p. 76: "Unit Profile"
- ↑ NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 2, p. 108
- ↑ Warrior: Coupé, p. ??
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 11, p. 11: "Phoenix Hawk"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 248: "FLC-4N Falcon - Notable MechWarriors"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 68: "V4-LNT-K7 Valiant"