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'''Fadre Singh''' was a MechWarrior who fought for [[Wolf's Dragoons]], ultimately betraying them to the [[Draconis Combine]].
  
'''Fadre Singh''' (29?? &ndash; 23 April [[3028]]) first appearance as a pilot among [[Wolf's Dragoons]].
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==History==
 
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Fadre Singh joined Wolf's Dragoons in [[3020]].<ref name=wd>''Wolf's Dragoons'', p. 128</ref> Several facts suggest that he was recruited from the [[Clans]], possibly during the last supply run to the Clans in [[3019]] (after their costly attack on [[Hesperus II]]). Recruits from the Inner Sphere were briefed on the Dragoons' ''Hegira'' plan only upon attaining the rank of company commander,<ref name=wd/><ref name=WotB26>''Wolves on the Border'', ch. 26</ref> but Singh knew about the plan even though he was only a regular [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]].<ref name=wd/><ref name=WotB26>''Wolves on the Border'', ch. 26</ref> Further indications are his peculiar attitude towards [[Jaime Wolf]], his reference to Wolf's age (unremarkable by Inner Sphere standards, but old by Clan standards), his reference to the Dragoons as the "Wolf Dragoons", and Natasha Kerensky's reaction to his betrayal that referred to Clan traditions and laws.<ref name=WotB51/>
==Character History==
 
He had apparently come to join Wolf's Dragoons from [[Clan]] space, as opposed to being an adopted recruit from the [[Inner Sphere]]. This is implied by his knowledge about the Dragoons' ''Hegira'' plan even though he was only a regular [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]], whereas recruits from the Inner Sphere were briefed on ''Hegira'' only upon attaining the rank of company commander. Further indications are his peculiar attitude towards [[Jaime Wolf]] and his references to Wolf's age (unremarkable by Inner Sphere standards, but old by Clan standards), his reference to the Dragoons as the "Wolf Dragoons" as well as Kerensky's reaction to his betrayal that referred to Clan traditions and laws.
 
 
 
According to a [[ComStar]] report Fadre Singh only appeared in the Dragoons' roster in [[3020]], suggesting that he may have been added to the Dragoons in their last supply run to the Clans in [[3019]] (after their costly attack on [[Hesperus II]]).
 
 
 
In [[3023]] Wolf's Dragoons, then employed by the [[Draconis Combine]], raided the [[Federated Suns]] world of [[Hoff]] where they met stiff resistance from the elite [[Eridani Light Horse]] mercenaries. In one situation, while his commanding officer was still pondering whether or not to commit his unit to a frontal attack, [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] Singh marched off on his own and assumed command of the entire company. They breached the enemy lines and destroyed a vital enemy installation, contributing greatly to the success of the campaign. However the assault led by Singh resulted in the death of a lancemate and the destruction of several Dragoon 'Mechs.<ref name=wd>''Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)'', p. 128</ref>
 
 
 
The stunning victory on Hoff and the extensive media coverage precluded a court-martial of Fadre Singh for insubordination for publicity reasons; instead, he was promoted to an "important assignment" on the desolate border world of [[Misery]].
 
  
On Misery, Singh met a fellow MechWarrior (a female mercenary implied to have been a ComStar [[ROM]] agent) to whom he revealed secret Dragoon information regarding the existence of a ''Hegira'' plan, the Dragoon exodus plan from the Combine. The new ComStar Precentor on [[Galedon V]], [[Alexandre Kalafon]], notified Draconis Combine Warlord [[Grieg Samsonov]] of Singh's disposition on 2 November [[3026]].
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===Hoff===
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In [[3023]], Wolf's Dragoons, then employed by the [[Draconis Combine]], raided the [[Federated Suns]] world of [[Hoff]] where they met stiff resistance from the elite [[Eridani Light Horse]] mercenaries. During the battle, Singh disobeyed orders and led a successful charge against an enemy supply depot, an attack that contributed greatly to the success of the campaign. The assault resulted in the death of a lancemate and the loss of several Dragoon 'Mechs. Singh was reprimanded, dismissed from his unit, and reassigned to the desolate border world of [[Misery]].<ref name=wd/><ref name=WotB26/>
  
Singh subsequently left his unit to accept an officer's position in the ''[[Ryuken]]''. Singh was made a ''[[Tai-sa]]''.<ref name=wd/>
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===Misery===
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On Misery, Singh met a fellow MechWarrior (a female mercenary implied to have been a ComStar [[ROM]] agent) to whom he revealed secret Dragoon information regarding the existence of the Dragoons' ''Hegira'' plan, a contingency plan detailing a complete departure from the Combine. On 2 November [[3026]], the new ComStar Precentor on [[Galedon V]], [[Alexandre Kalafon]], relayed the information to Warlord [[Grieg Samsonov]], and suggested that Singh was unhappy with his employer.<ref name=WotB26/> Singh subsequently left his unit to accept an officer's position in the ''[[Ryuken]]'' with the rank of ''[[Tai-sa]]''.<ref name=wd/>
  
Tensions between Wolf's Dragoons and their employer, the Draconis Combine, later escalated until a military confrontation was fought on Misery in early [[3028]]. Over the course of the battles, Fadre Singh piloted a ''[[Crusader]]'' in the [[DCMS|Combine's forces]] and held the rank of ''Tai-sa'' (Colonel). He was captured when his 'Mech was downed in an ambush by [[Dechan Fraser]]'s lance on 23 April 3028, and taken to the Dragoon HQ. When Singh boasted that he had revealed information about the Dragoons' retreat route to Warlord Samsonov, [[Natasha Kerensky]] shot him on the spot, with the words "Those who break faith with the unity shall go down into darkness" as smoke rose from the barrel of her Marakov pistol. These words were the same spoken by [[Nicholas Kerensky]] when he ordered the Annihilation of [[Clan Wolverine]].
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===Death and legacy===
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Tensions between Wolf's Dragoons and the Draconis Combine escalated, culminating in the [[Battle of Misery]] in early [[3028]]. Fadre Singh fought for the [[DCMS|Combine's forces]], piloting a ''[[Crusader]]''.<ref name=WotB51>''Wolves on the Border'', ch. 51</ref>
  
[[Jaime Wolf]] later mentioned to [[Minobu Tetsuhara]] that Warlord Samsonov's troops had ambushed the retreating Dragoon families in space. Since the ''Hegira'' plan called for an escape along a secret route, separated from the main fighting body, this was likely only possible because of Singh's betrayal.
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On 23 April 3028, Singh was captured by the Dragoons on Misery when his 'Mech was downed in an ambush by [[Dechan Fraser]]'s lance. He was taken to the Dragoon headquarters, where he boasted that he had revealed information about the Dragoons' contingency plans to Warlord Samsonov. [[Natasha Kerensky]] shot him on the spot, declaring, "Those who break faith with the unity shall go down into darkness."<ref name=WotB51/>
  
It is notable that Fadre Singh, being himself of Clan origin, could have warned the Inner Sphere about the Clans some 21 years prior to the [[Clan Invasion]]. However, he apparently did not divulge information regarding the Clans, probably thinking that it would not be believed. Alternatively it could be speculated that the information was dismissed as unbelievable, or that it was deliberately withheld by Warlord Samsonov and died with him when he was executed shortly afterwards.
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Jaime Wolf later mentioned to [[Minobu Tetsuhara]] that Warlord Samsonov's troops had pursued the retreating Dragoon families in space. Because the ''Hegira'' plan called for an escape along a secret route, separated from the main fighting body, the strike at the Dragoon civilians was likely possible only because of Singh's betrayal.<ref name=WotB55>''Wolves on the Border'', ch. 55</ref>
  
 
==BattleMech==
 
==BattleMech==
He piloted a ''[[Centurion (BattleMech)|Centurion]]'' with the Wolf's Dragoons.
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Fadre Singh piloted a ''[[Centurion (BattleMech)|Centurion]]'' with the Wolf's Dragoons.<ref name=wd/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3025, p. 54</ref> After he shifted loyalties to the DCMS, he was assigned a ''[[Crusader]]''.<ref name=WotB51/>
Once he shifted loyalties to the DCMS, he was assigned a ''[[Crusader]]''.
 
  
 
==References==
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
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* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]''
 
* ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (novel)
 
* ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (novel)
* ''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)]]''
 
  
 
[[Category: Draconis Combine Characters|Singh, Fadre]]
 
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[[Category:Mercenary Characters|Singh, Fadre]]
 
 
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[[Category:Notable Centurion Pilots|Singh, Fadre]]

Latest revision as of 17:07, 3 December 2023

Fadre Singh
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Died23 April 3028
AffiliationDraconis Combine
Wolf's Dragoons
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RankTai-sa
ProfessionMechWarrior

Fadre Singh was a MechWarrior who fought for Wolf's Dragoons, ultimately betraying them to the Draconis Combine.

History[edit]

Fadre Singh joined Wolf's Dragoons in 3020.[1] Several facts suggest that he was recruited from the Clans, possibly during the last supply run to the Clans in 3019 (after their costly attack on Hesperus II). Recruits from the Inner Sphere were briefed on the Dragoons' Hegira plan only upon attaining the rank of company commander,[1][2] but Singh knew about the plan even though he was only a regular MechWarrior.[1][2] Further indications are his peculiar attitude towards Jaime Wolf, his reference to Wolf's age (unremarkable by Inner Sphere standards, but old by Clan standards), his reference to the Dragoons as the "Wolf Dragoons", and Natasha Kerensky's reaction to his betrayal that referred to Clan traditions and laws.[3]

Hoff[edit]

In 3023, Wolf's Dragoons, then employed by the Draconis Combine, raided the Federated Suns world of Hoff where they met stiff resistance from the elite Eridani Light Horse mercenaries. During the battle, Singh disobeyed orders and led a successful charge against an enemy supply depot, an attack that contributed greatly to the success of the campaign. The assault resulted in the death of a lancemate and the loss of several Dragoon 'Mechs. Singh was reprimanded, dismissed from his unit, and reassigned to the desolate border world of Misery.[1][2]

Misery[edit]

On Misery, Singh met a fellow MechWarrior (a female mercenary implied to have been a ComStar ROM agent) to whom he revealed secret Dragoon information regarding the existence of the Dragoons' Hegira plan, a contingency plan detailing a complete departure from the Combine. On 2 November 3026, the new ComStar Precentor on Galedon V, Alexandre Kalafon, relayed the information to Warlord Grieg Samsonov, and suggested that Singh was unhappy with his employer.[2] Singh subsequently left his unit to accept an officer's position in the Ryuken with the rank of Tai-sa.[1]

Death and legacy[edit]

Tensions between Wolf's Dragoons and the Draconis Combine escalated, culminating in the Battle of Misery in early 3028. Fadre Singh fought for the Combine's forces, piloting a Crusader.[3]

On 23 April 3028, Singh was captured by the Dragoons on Misery when his 'Mech was downed in an ambush by Dechan Fraser's lance. He was taken to the Dragoon headquarters, where he boasted that he had revealed information about the Dragoons' contingency plans to Warlord Samsonov. Natasha Kerensky shot him on the spot, declaring, "Those who break faith with the unity shall go down into darkness."[3]

Jaime Wolf later mentioned to Minobu Tetsuhara that Warlord Samsonov's troops had pursued the retreating Dragoon families in space. Because the Hegira plan called for an escape along a secret route, separated from the main fighting body, the strike at the Dragoon civilians was likely possible only because of Singh's betrayal.[4]

BattleMech[edit]

Fadre Singh piloted a Centurion with the Wolf's Dragoons.[1][5] After he shifted loyalties to the DCMS, he was assigned a Crusader.[3]

References[edit]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Wolf's Dragoons, p. 128
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Wolves on the Border, ch. 26
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Wolves on the Border, ch. 51
  4. Wolves on the Border, ch. 55
  5. Technical Readout: 3025, p. 54

Bibliography[edit]