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==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | In [[2475]], the first use of [[BattleMech]] | + | In [[2475]], the first use of [[BattleMech]]s by the [[Draconis Combine]] against another BattleMech force was a failure of spectacular proportions. After this defeat, the Second was issued the Combine's first "modern" BattleMech, the ''[[Von Rohrs (BattleMech)|Von Rohrs]]'', and assigned to the command of Colonel [[Ibis Von Rohrs]]. |
In the second decade of the 30th century, the Second Sword, along with the [[20th Dieron Regulars]] and [[4th Proserpina Hussars]], headed a massive multi-regiment assault on the [[Tamar Pact]], under the overall command of General Tugima Travison.<ref name=HK1>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 81</ref> | In the second decade of the 30th century, the Second Sword, along with the [[20th Dieron Regulars]] and [[4th Proserpina Hussars]], headed a massive multi-regiment assault on the [[Tamar Pact]], under the overall command of General Tugima Travison.<ref name=HK1>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 81</ref> | ||
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The Second Sword was one of the more notable units to take part in the [[Third Battle of Mallory's World|Third Battle]] of [[Mallory's World]] in [[3013]], eventually being driven back after the death of [[First Prince]] [[Ian Davion]].<ref name=HK3>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 89</ref> Upon learning Prince [[Hanse Davion]] was pinned down during his attempted escape from [[Halstead Station]], Takashi personally led the Second Sword in an attempt to capture or kill his honored foe.<ref name=HK4>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 90</ref> | The Second Sword was one of the more notable units to take part in the [[Third Battle of Mallory's World|Third Battle]] of [[Mallory's World]] in [[3013]], eventually being driven back after the death of [[First Prince]] [[Ian Davion]].<ref name=HK3>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 89</ref> Upon learning Prince [[Hanse Davion]] was pinned down during his attempted escape from [[Halstead Station]], Takashi personally led the Second Sword in an attempt to capture or kill his honored foe.<ref name=HK4>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 90</ref> | ||
| − | + | A large contingent of the Second Sword, under the command of [[Tai-sa]] [[Li Sak To]], helped launch the [[Luthien]] coup in [[3067]], with the end result of all the traitors being executed without trial and the regiment being permanently disbanded in early [[3075]]. | |
==Officers== | ==Officers== | ||
| − | As of [[3025]], the Second's | + | As of [[3025]], the Second's commanding officer was General [[Goshi Tengwan]].<ref name=HK5>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p 137</ref> |
==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
| − | The Steel Dragon | + | The Steel Dragon preferred open set actions. |
| − | set actions. | ||
==Composition== | ==Composition== | ||
| − | This regiment | + | This regiment was composed of one light battalion, two heavy battalions, and one assault battalion, and twice the usual number of [[AeroSpace Fighter]]s. |
| − | battalions, and one assault battalion, and | + | |
| − | number of AeroSpace | ||
===[[3058]]=== | ===[[3058]]=== | ||
'Mech | 'Mech | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | Homeworld [[Buckminster]] | + | Homeworld: [[Buckminster]] |
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| − | + | All Sword of Light regiments used a flat red paint scheme in the field and on parade. The Second Sword used a steel colored Kurita crest to denote their regiment, painted on each BattleMech's left shoulder. The symbol of the regimental division, a blazing sword, appeared on every 'Mech's back and on the front of the right leg. | |
| + | In addition to the House Kurita crest and regimental symbol, the Second Battalion of the Second Sword of Light wore the flag of Kentares IV on its 'Mechs. Ever since the Second Battalion's participation in the long-ago Kentares Massacre, its MechWarriors had painted the flag of Kentares IV on the back upper-right torso of their BattleMechs as a reminder of their predecessors' willingness to sacrifice their own honor in service to House Kurita and the Draconis Combine.<ref name=FMDC>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p 83, 85</ref> | ||
Revision as of 19:14, 2 June 2009
Representing the Pillar of Steel, or the military, in Combine society, the 2nd Sword of Light was one of the most prestigious unit in the DCMS. The elite Second took part in some of the most notable Combine military actions, but also had been involved in some of their darkest moments, including the Kentares Massacre and an attempted coup against the Coordinator that led to the unit being disbanded.
History
In 2475, the first use of BattleMechs by the Draconis Combine against another BattleMech force was a failure of spectacular proportions. After this defeat, the Second was issued the Combine's first "modern" BattleMech, the Von Rohrs, and assigned to the command of Colonel Ibis Von Rohrs.
In the second decade of the 30th century, the Second Sword, along with the 20th Dieron Regulars and 4th Proserpina Hussars, headed a massive multi-regiment assault on the Tamar Pact, under the overall command of General Tugima Travison.[1]
As a young officer, future Coordinator Takashi Kurita rose to fame in the Second Sword with his leadership and battlefield prowess, inspiring the already elite unit to even greater heights. Takashi eventually rose to command the regiment's heavy assault battalion prior to his promotion to the Otomo in 3000.[2]
The Second Sword was one of the more notable units to take part in the Third Battle of Mallory's World in 3013, eventually being driven back after the death of First Prince Ian Davion.[3] Upon learning Prince Hanse Davion was pinned down during his attempted escape from Halstead Station, Takashi personally led the Second Sword in an attempt to capture or kill his honored foe.[4]
A large contingent of the Second Sword, under the command of Tai-sa Li Sak To, helped launch the Luthien coup in 3067, with the end result of all the traitors being executed without trial and the regiment being permanently disbanded in early 3075.
Officers
As of 3025, the Second's commanding officer was General Goshi Tengwan.[5]
Tactics
The Steel Dragon preferred open set actions.
Composition
This regiment was composed of one light battalion, two heavy battalions, and one assault battalion, and twice the usual number of AeroSpace Fighters.
3058
'Mech
- 2nd Sword of Light (Expanded Regiment)
- First Battalion
- Battalion Headquarters
- Alpha Company
- Bravo Company
- Charlie Company
- Second Battalion
- Battalion Headquarters
- Alpha Company
- Bravo Company
- Charlie Company
- Third Battalion
- Battalion Headquarters
- Alpha Company
- Bravo Company
- Charlie Company
- Fourth Battalion
- Battalion Headquarters
- Alpha Company
- Bravo Company
- Charlie Company
- Support Battalion
- Support Battalion Headquarters
- Air Squadron
- Recon Company
- Security Company
- Aerospace
- 43rd Aerospace: Striking Serpents (Two Wings)
- Armor
- 3rd Luthien Guard: The Stormwalkers (Regiment)
- Infantry
- 71st Mechanized (Regiment)
- First Battalion
Notes
Homeworld: Buckminster
All Sword of Light regiments used a flat red paint scheme in the field and on parade. The Second Sword used a steel colored Kurita crest to denote their regiment, painted on each BattleMech's left shoulder. The symbol of the regimental division, a blazing sword, appeared on every 'Mech's back and on the front of the right leg.
In addition to the House Kurita crest and regimental symbol, the Second Battalion of the Second Sword of Light wore the flag of Kentares IV on its 'Mechs. Ever since the Second Battalion's participation in the long-ago Kentares Massacre, its MechWarriors had painted the flag of Kentares IV on the back upper-right torso of their BattleMechs as a reminder of their predecessors' willingness to sacrifice their own honor in service to House Kurita and the Draconis Combine.[6]
References
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