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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #120 on: February 06, 2010, 06:43:45 AM »
FirstStarLord

I would not worry too much about the Provinical Forces outnumbering their Federal counterparts. "Traditionally" does not mean "always" and the military build-up during the late Star League period would be one period where this could easily apply. It would be very easy for the League and the Captain-General getting around military force restrictions by simply having them built by the provinces rather under the authority of the LCCC. After all, Oriente is one of the Marik's greatest allies, and they have a battlemech force far out of proportion to the other provinces. Clearly a lot of internal politics is at play here.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #121 on: February 06, 2010, 06:44:02 AM »
Takiro

Quote from: Rainbow 6 on June 27, 2009, 07:14:07 PM
How about a shield and spear design?

How is this Six?

Actually Oriente and Marik are not political allies at this time. In fact Oriente is part of the opposition. Regulas is actually a close friend of the Captain-General. Don't worry though Andurien is still part of the opposition.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #122 on: February 06, 2010, 06:44:21 AM »
Rainbow 6

Works for me  Grin
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #123 on: February 06, 2010, 06:44:44 AM »
Takiro

I changed a tad bit to a yellow shield. Hoping to finish up tonight on the summary.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #124 on: February 06, 2010, 06:45:03 AM »
Rainbow 6

Yeah, the yellow works better with the purple.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #125 on: February 06, 2010, 06:45:22 AM »
Takiro

Here is some more summary notes and I think you'll see a few new additions. Tell me what you think.

Federal Troops (69 regiments)

Free Worlds Guards (6 regiments)
Overview: The Free Worlds Guards are the crème de la crème of the FWLM. Their history dates back to 2426 when the first such Guard regiment was assembled as a tank unit. Zealously devoted to the League these elite soldiers compose the heart of their nation’s defense. These units fell under the exclusive command of the Captain-General after the passage of Resolution 288. This controversial act has caused some turmoil even inside this fanatical unit which contains its share of freedom loving idealists. Granted the number of true dissidents here is minimal but a majority of the Guard comes from a different mindset. Their regard for the nation is paramount not Marik’s potential claim to the First Lordship. Kenyon Marik has begun taking steps to insure the Guards personal loyalty to the leader of the Free Worlds above all.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Free Worlds Guards, 2nd Free Worlds Guards, 3rd Free Worlds Guards, 4th Free Worlds Guards, 5th Free Worlds Guards, 6th Free Worlds Guards

Atrean Dragoons (14 regiments)
Overview: The standing of the Atrean Dragoons is second only to that of the Free Worlds Guards. Formed during the late twenty fifth century these units are the spearhead of the FWLM and can be found participating in almost every major military operation. From offensive to defensive actions these heavy regiment are cornerstone formations whose presence stiffens the resolve of lesser commands. They are a proud tradition bound group who do not favor newcomers. The Dragoons are also struggling with their loyalty to the League as some see the Captain General as a tyrant.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Atrean Dragoons, 2nd Atrean Dragoons, 3rd Atrean Dragoons, 4th Atrean Dragoons, 5th Atrean Dragoons, 6th Atrean Dragoons, 7th Atrean Dragoons, 8th Atrean Dragoons, 9th Atrean Dragoons, 10th Atrean Dragoons, 11th Atrean Dragoons,
12th Atrean Dragoons, 13th Atrean Dragoons, 14th Atrean Dragoons

Marik Militia (28 regiments)
Overview: Some names can be very misleading as it is with the Marik Militia. The largest body of the FWLM is very much a line force despite its moniker. With a history dating back to the first days of the Republic of Marik the Militia’s role has been constantly evolving. The contingent has seen service with the Marik Commonwealth, as Provincial Force in the early FWLM, it made the transition from an armored unit to a BattleMech force, and participated in countless battles in dozens of wars along the way. It wasn’t until the formation of the Star League that its current role as the main part of the FWLM Federal Forces was formalized.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Marik Militia, 2nd Marik Militia, 3rd Marik Militia, 4th Marik Militia, 5th Marik Militia, 6th Marik Militia, 7th Marik Militia, 8th Marik Militia, 9th Marik Militia, 10th Marik Militia, 11th Marik Militia, 12th Marik Militia, 13th Marik Militia, 14th Marik Militia, 15th Marik Militia, 16th Marik Militia, 17th Marik Militia, 18th Marik Militia, 19th Marik Militia, 20th Marik Militia, 21st Marik Militia, 22nd Marik Militia, 23rd Marik Militia, 24th Marik Militia, 25th Marik Militia, 26th Marik Militia, 27th Marik Militia, 28th Marik Militia
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #126 on: February 06, 2010, 06:46:26 AM »
Hessian

Quote from: Takiro on June 26, 2009, 08:08:25 PM
Alright gang I'm still compiling data on the FWLM overview. What do you think of these logos for some of our new Marik units??

Indeed very nice!
I especially like the Abbey Templars and Graham Grenadiers logos!
Did you draw them yourself Takiro?


Ciao
Hessian
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #127 on: February 06, 2010, 06:46:45 AM »
Ice Hellion

Quote from: Takiro on June 27, 2009, 06:35:40 PM
One, it seems jurisdiction seems the key distinction between Federal and Provincial forces. League forces are those units that report directly to the Captain-General or the LCCC. I thought that funding, supply and personnel determined that distinction then jurisdiction followed as a natural conclusion to those factors.

Hence my question.  Grin

Quote from: Takiro on June 28, 2009, 01:21:48 PM
I changed a tad bit to a yellow shield. Hoping to finish up tonight on the summary.

Could you make the yellow become copper?
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #128 on: February 06, 2010, 06:47:06 AM »
Takiro


Hopefully we can get DoT to work on them and clean them up. I did the Olympian Hoplites (cut and paste a few different things, Ice I will see again if DoT can copperize it), the Abbey Templars (cut and paste) and the Bolan Scouts (cleaned up the real world logo of that unit). Bradshaw did the Graham Grenadiers awhile ago. Also Miss Kotare did this symbol for her Tarmanid Sultanate and Bradshaw did this one for the Duchy of Graham-Marik. I don't think Miss K did one for the Janissaries.

Yeah I guess I should have done more research on it. Got side tracked on something else today, want to finish the FWLM overview. Here is a little more;

Free Worlds League Military
129 BattleMech Regiments (as of 2785)
The FWLM is the third largest InnerSphere military with 129 line BattleMech regiments under arms. The impact of the Marik Civil War (2729-2734) only fifty years ago can still be felt. An arms race between Federal authorities and the Provinces which mirrored the SLDFs struggle to remain ahead of the Great Houses. The recent attack on Bolan and the passage of Resolution 288 should not be overlooked.

Federal Troops (69 regiments)
   Forces under the direct authority of the Captain-General or the League as a whole are considered Federal Troops. These units which make up the largest part of the FWLM are funded and supplied by the LCCC or Central Command.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #129 on: February 06, 2010, 06:47:26 AM »
Takiro

Here is more;

Olympian Hoplites (4 regiments)
Overview: The FWLM has a long tradition of innovative training methods that is often overlooked by many outsiders. The apex of these special instructional efforts may just be the Olympian Hoplites. The Hoplites were formed after the Arms Amendment of 2752 which allowed for the expansion of the FWLM. Based near the Free Worlds Military Institute on the planet of New Olympia the unit was originally an academy project that grew into its current form. The basic structure of the Hoplites is modeled after the Star League Regimental Combat Teams. Copied for the express purpose of conducting combat exercises with their fellow League forces this OpFor (Opposing Force) provides advanced tactical and strategic training for the FWLM. The Hoplites frequently trained with SLDF and other favored House units during the Star League era. Their four regiments span the entire strata of Mech classes (Assault, Heavy, Medium, Light). The Hoplites also deploy the appropriate number of supporting conventional forces (armor and infantry) and are adept combined arms unit. As a teaching formation they wanted the widest variety of equipment to train others with. They also embrace the newest technologies and military innovations. However this all presents a massive maintenance challenge.
Inspiration: BTSD creation founded on the basis of other Great House militaries
Child Units: 1st Olympian Hoplites, 2nd Olympian Hoplites, 3rd Olympian Hoplites, 4th Olympian Hoplites

League Regulars (7 regiments)
Overview: Free Worlds League natives serving with the SLDF returned home after the collapse of the Star League. These returning nationals were greeted as heroes and organized into a single contingent by the Captain-General that would best make use of their skills. This was a clever political move putting all these Leaguers together and avoiding their dispersal throughout Provincial forces. Elements of five divisions as well some loyalist regiments were lumped together to form seven full BattleMech regiments. Instead of being pleased by this development League officials have taken caution when dealing with this unit. This apparently stems somewhat from Kenyon Marik’s attitude torwards the SLDF. SAFE maintains a constant watch over its personnel for signs of disloyalty.
Inspiration: BTSD creation based on disbanded SLDF units that joined the FWL. 5th Mechanized Infantry Division, 63rd Mechanized Infantry Division, 166th Mechanized Infantry Division (Red Diamond Division), 189th Jump Infantry Division (The New Orleans Division), 209th Mechanized Infantry Division, and don’t forget Loyalists.
Child Units: 1st League Regulars, 2nd League Regulars, 3rd League Regulars, 4th League Regulars, 5th League Regulars, 6th League Regulars, 7th League Regulars

Provincial Guards (7 regiments)
Overview: While nominally a provincial formation it is accurate to say that the Guard is a tool of the Captain-General and as such are considered a Federal force. Built around the ancient Marik Guard this collection of troops from worlds all around the League is tied closely to the ruling house. The parent formation came into being when expatriates from Denebola formed the Iron Guards. The Provincial Guards regional associations play into their loyalty to the Eagle whose help is essential to the Guards existence. After the fall of the Selaj clan the FWLM gradually expanded this contingent with new units from the Regulan splinter states. All units are very loyal to Marik, frequently volunteer to work with the LCCC, and often train with the Marik Guard. Many Marik critics especially from more “independent” Provinces deride the Guard as a bunch of kiss asses.
Inspiration: Using the canon Marik Guard and Iron Guard I created this formation
Child Units: Marik Guard (Marik Commonwealth), Iron Guard (Denebola expatriates), Stimson Guard (Regulan Free States), Principality Guard (Gibson), Commonalty Guard (Rim Commonalty), Irian Guard (Irian), Montcalm Guard (Kendall)
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #130 on: February 06, 2010, 06:47:46 AM »
Takiro

Okay last Federal force, enjoy!

Abbey Templars (3 regiments)
Overview: Another newcomer to the FWLM, the origins of the Abbey Templars and their District date back to the Marik Civil War. The planets that would one day compose the District joined the Free Worlds League proudly as independent star systems. Horrified by the purges of Captain-General Elise Marik they became ardent supporters of Oliver the Usurper. The one of the only exceptions was the Abbey of Maxwell who refused to be caught up in the Civil War. Instead the Abbot urged the people to maintain their faith in the rightful ruler of the Free Worlds. This act which was very unpopular eventually ended in the destruction of the Abbey and sparked a counter uprising by a small group named the Templars. Along with the Loyalist forces led by Bertram Marik they subdued the rebels. The Treaty of Verona formally consolidated these worlds as the Abbey District and placed this new province under military authority. The Templars were also knighted by the Captain-General in 2734 and enshrined as a new Federal unit of the FWLM. Rewarding the few loyal natives of a previously disloyal region was an obvious public relations ploy but one that would pay huge dividends. The Abbey Templars strove to prove themselves as heroes of the League and exemplars for the populace to follow. Their Periphery Quests which established new trade routes and bought justice to the frontiers was wildly successful both politically and economically. Not only did they inspire the people of Abbey with their exploits but their fame eventually captured the imagination of the entire Free Worlds. The Templars were expanded by House Marik to three full Mech regiments after the Arms Control Amendment of 2752. However there is a dark side to these white knights. Support of the Captain-General means support of his policies like the passage and enactment of that free trade act with the Periphery that ends up doing untold harm. Outside the Free Worlds League the Templars have become a symbol of greed or even worse the enforcers of unfair "trade" with the Periphery. Several original Templars and disillusioned ex-recruits have spoken out against their formerly noble organization. Unfortunately things don’t seem to be getting any better as stories of people with enough pull or wealth obtaining rapid and possible unwarranted promotions are leaking out. However they are extremely "successful" (money wise anyway that is their primary motivation) and the Templars still have their untarnished aura to House Marik’s faithful.
Inspiration: BTSD formation based on the canon Abbey District, possible forerunners of the Knights of the InnerSphere
Child Units: 1st Abbey Templars, 2nd Abbey Templars, 3rd Abbey Templars
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #131 on: February 06, 2010, 06:48:36 AM »
Regulan Hussars (9 regiments)
Overview: The traditional forces of the Principality of Regulas have been restored after treachery of the Selaj family. Defeated by a vengeful Marik Militia during the battles of Hellos Minor and Harmony in 2679-2680 the Hussars underwent a full scale overhaul under the auspices of House Schenk. These stewards appointed by Captain-General Gerald Marik oversaw the reformation of the Hussars under federal authority.  Despite being outmanned during the Marik Civil War the Schenk led Hussars fought well and redeemed themselves. House Marik supported the expansion of the Regulan Hussars after the Arms Amendment of 2752 to their current size of nine regiments. Despite the Schenk’s excellent service to the Mariks or maybe becaue of it the internal politics of the League demanded Regulan independence be restored under a native ruler. Recently Parliament elevated the Cameron-Jones family, distantly related to the line of First Lords, to the Principality. Understandably this act has caused some tension between the two families as the Schenk’s remain the commanders of the Regulan Hussars. Both clans are extremely loyal to House Marik and strive to see the Star League restored under their aegis.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Regulan Hussars, 2nd Regulan Hussars, 3rd Regulan Hussars, 4th Regulan Hussars, 5th Regulan Hussars, 6th Regulan Hussars, 7th Regulan Hussars, 8th Regulan Hussars, 9th Regulan Hussars
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #132 on: February 06, 2010, 06:49:01 AM »
Takiro

Here is the Oriente bloc, I added a sentence in the Orloff Gs that I found in HMSB which refers to the Duke of Carbonis backing Oliver the Usurper during the Marik Civil War.

Provincial Forces (60 regiments)
   Forces answering to the individual member states of the Free Worlds League are considered Provincial troops. The composition of these contingents varies wildly but only ten of these formations can truly be considered line forces. While some see these forces as a proud reminder of the League’s independent nature others view them as a constant threat to the nation’s unity. Funded and supplied by their respective Provinces these troops coordinate their activities with the LCCC but normally fall outside their direct command. Resolution 288 has given the Captain-General emergency powers over all League forces which includes the Provincials.

Fusiliers of Oriente (5 regiments)
Overview: The elite troops of the Federation of Oriente were created in 2485 and proudly serve their native state as well as the League as a whole. The last expansion of the Fusiliers occurred in 2581 when the Third and Fourth Brigades were founded for participation in the Reunification War. They sided with the rebels during the Marik Civil War and despite more recent tension with Kenyon Marik the Fusiliers remain valued members of the FWLM.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: Ducal Guard, 1st Brigade, 2nd Brigade, 3rd Brigade, 4th Brigade

Oriente Hussars (11 regiments)
Overview: Despite having a long and distinguished history that nearly matches the Fusiliers, the Hussars are widely considered second class soldiers of the Federation of Oriente. It was the Hussars who took the hit for siding with Oliver the Usurper during the Civil War. Their reputation in the FWLM further deteriorated as they were expanded after the Arms Amendment of 2752. As a result they are poorly regarded by many federal authorities despite possessing a fairly notable track record.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Oriente Hussars, 2nd Oriente Hussars, 3rd Oriente Hussars, 4th Oriente Hussars, 5th Oriente Hussars, 6th Oriente Hussars, 7th Oriente Hussars, 8th Oriente Hussars, 9th Oriente Hussars, 10th Oriente Hussars, 11th Oriente Hussars

Orloff Grenadiers (5 regiments)
Overview: While the Duchy of Orloff proclaimed its independence from Oriente in 2691 relations between the two provinces remain cordial despite Marik efforts to divide them. During the Marik Civil War (2729-2734) the Duke of Carbonis (page 24 HMSB) backed Oliver the Usurper. These proud and highly skilled warriors often try to mediate disputes between the League’s most powerful provinces for the good of the nation as a whole. This stance and their martial prowess have won them respect throughout the Free Worlds.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HMSB and FM FWL
Child Units: 1st Orloff Grenadiers, 2nd Orloff Grenadiers, 3rd Orloff Grenadiers, 4th Orloff Grenadiers, 5th Orloff Grenadiers
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #133 on: February 06, 2010, 06:49:28 AM »
Quote from: Takiro on July 01, 2009, 02:19:03 PM
Here is the Oriente bloc, I added a sentence in the Orloff Gs that I found in HMSB which refers to the Duke of Carbonis backing Oliver the Usurper during the Marik Civil War.


This further validates our decision to make Vanra and Carbonis part of the FWL at the start of the 1st SW, rather then part of the CC.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 notes
« Reply #134 on: February 06, 2010, 06:49:43 AM »
Takiro

Exactly what I thought.
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