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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #90 on: February 03, 2010, 08:53:36 AM »
Takiro

Until your insurance starts going bankrupt. Wink

I was speaking to the Lyran mindset. Lyrans want a big Mechs and their Archon says they can't have them. So why get Mechs at all then. The directive might dissuade nobles for their private forces at least the bulk of them, maybe they prefer aerospace fighters or conventional assets like armor or infantry.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #91 on: February 03, 2010, 08:54:00 AM »
FirstStarLord

Quote from: Takiro on August 09, 2009, 07:29:11 PM
Until your insurance starts going bankrupt. Wink

I was speaking to the Lyran mindset. Lyrans want a big Mechs and their Archon says they can't have them. So why get Mechs at all then. The directive might dissuade nobles for their private forces at least the bulk of them, maybe they prefer aerospace fighters or conventional assets like armor or infantry.

No one really expected the 1st Succession War to be as bad as it was, and as I has said earlier, the Lyrans were the least enthusiastic about entering it. So it follows that the nobles did not have the large private armies found in some other realms (even in the Combine they are somewhat common). I'd expect the big traditional noble families from Skye and Tamar to have a regiment or two of household troops composed of infantry and armor with a few lances of mech and artillery in support, but not much else. The Protectorate of Donegal, being poorer and not as exposed as the other parts of the realm, had even less.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #92 on: February 03, 2010, 08:54:19 AM »
Ice Hellion

Quote from: Takiro on August 09, 2009, 07:29:11 PM
Until your insurance starts going bankrupt. Wink

We did it: we created a new financial crisis (who said BattleTech is not realistic Tongue).
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #93 on: February 03, 2010, 08:54:46 AM »
Takiro

Okay guys been working on the overview here and the Rim Protectorate, here is the Lyran Regulars overview. Let me know what you think.

Lyran Regulars (12 regiments)
Overview: As the Star League gradually disintegrated a need within the LCAF was recognized by the High Command. The usefulness of unconventional forces was becoming apparent as the 28th century wore on. Assembling an ad hoc brigade named the Lyran Regulars from less than traditional sources was their solution. These scoundrels without proper pedigree drew the ire of the Commonwealth’s military establishment who considered them mercenaries at best. During the Hidden Wars they drew difficult assignments which were undertaken without support. Heavily influenced by the SLDF the Regulars used a mixture of arms to achieve battlefield success. This in turn has won them a measure of respect from the Lyran authorities who still have trouble crediting these inferior troops.
Originally two separate divisions (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 11th, 12th, 13th) which included BattleMechs, armor, and infantry were created to mirror each other. Using time honored techniques of misdirection and stealth these units effectively camouflaged themselves sometimes even as Lyran Guards. In addition to a mirrored deployment system which often plays with the Regulars numerical designations, units frequently suffer high casualty rates thanks to their dangerous assignments which require constant reorganization. This created a further patchwork which foreign intelligence agencies still have trouble deciphering. As a result the location, strengths, and identities of the Lyran Regulars are a challenging group to keep track of at all times.
Recently the Lyran Regulars have doubled in size and there are future plans for further expansion. This growth caused by the addition of Star League and Rim Republic veterans has allowed them to field 12 BattleMech regiments supported by conventional forces. By pairing these new units in much the same fashion as the original formations the Regulars have managed to retain their mirrored deployment system. Many fear that this organizational feature may be in jeopardy thanks to the speed of future enlargement in an uncertain time. Unfortunately the maintenance needs for these work horse units have not been met by the High Command. As a result some of their high tech equipment has already fallen into disrepair.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HSSB and FM LA
Child Units: 1st Lyran Regulars (The Boomers), 2nd Lyran Regulars (?), 3rd Lyran Regulars (The Bee Squishers? – this nickname has no specific date so we could use it), 4th Lyran Regulars (Tropic Lightning – remnants of SLDF 68th Infantry aka the Thai Militia), 6th Lyran Regulars (The Odessa Regulars – remnants of SLDF 63rd Mechanized Infantry Division, possible ties to the Terrans who wish to safeguard hidden SL facility , if the Odessa Regulars are keeping the secret for the Star League and were on planet at the start of the succession war then they could have been in and around the planetary capital which was nuked by a DCMS task force from orbit according to the Archers Avengers novel set on Odessa, taking there secret to their graves), 10th Lyran Regulars (The Stinging Barflies – remnants of SLDF 18th Infantry Division who interestingly enough were based in the RWR), 11th Lyran Regulars (The Hammers), 12th Lyran Regulars (?), 13th Lyran Regulars (?), 14th Lyran Regulars (The Sakhalin Regulars - remnants of SLDF 101st Mechanized Infantry Division who were stationed in the CC, so I was thinking about a possible tie in with the Capellan Sakhalin), 16th Lyran Regulars (The Apache Division - remnants of SLDF 368th BattleMech Division), 20th Lyran Regulars (The York Regulars – Star League Loyalist Regiment)
Future Units: 5th Lyran Regulars (Ferris Wolverines – see Merc Guild and canon ComStar ruling), 7th Lyran Regulars (New Delhi Lancers or Fighting Seventh – formed early in the canon 1st SW), 8th Lyran Regulars (Mad Hatters – formed early in the canon 1st SW), 9th Lyran Regulars (Karilon Magicians – Mechwarrior Brotherhood from the RWR joined LC during canon 1st SW) [obviously since these formations came into being during the extreme duress of the SW a dedicated mirror unit will not be made]
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #94 on: February 03, 2010, 08:55:12 AM »
Ice Hellion

I like them even if they might be too tactically advanced for the common Lyran General  Cheesy

For nicknames, I guess the ? are for those without official ones.
There seems to be no pattern in their naming.

What about naming one after a Chameleon or a similar beast?
This would match their camouflage abilities (I will check the Handbooks to see if I find anything).
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #95 on: February 03, 2010, 08:55:32 AM »
Takiro

Quote from: Ice Hellion on August 16, 2009, 08:17:54 PM
What about naming one after a Chameleon or a similar beast?
This would match their camouflage abilities (I will check the Handbooks to see if I find anything).

Not a bad idea Ice and yes question marks are for units I don't have established or suggested nicknames for. The Regulars seem to be nicknamed for their homeworld or a previous unit (merc or SLDF) name.

Quote from: Ice Hellion on August 16, 2009, 08:17:54 PM
I like them even if they might be too tactically advanced for the common Lyran General  Cheesy

You might enjoy these guys more then Ice.  Wink

Royal Guards (4 regiments)
Overview: The Royal Guards are the single most prestigious contingent in the entire LCAF. The formation dates back to 2375 when Archon Basileus Robert Marsden established the unit as his personal guard. Since that time only the very best Lyran soldiers have qualified for this premier posting. The evolving nature of the Commonwealth led to increasing criticism that appointments were politically motivated rather then being militarily based. National allegiance, the ability to follow orders, and most of all loyalty to the Archon has always been paramount. While some deride the Royal Guard for their lack of battlefield skill none doubt their fanatical devotion to the Lyran cause. Also they are considered to be the best equipped unit of the House militaries even though they currently lack combat experience. The First, Second, and Third traditionally carry out garrison, parade, and ceremonial duties while the Fourth is the principal active service unit. An honorary Fifth Royal Guard was created by Archon Craig Steiner in 2529 to carry out “Guardian Duty” in the Lyran Throne Room. Never a true regiment the Pride of the Archon is the very pinnacle for a Lyran mechwarrior to achieve.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HSSB and FM LA
Child Units: 1st Royal Guards (The Pride of Donegal), 2nd Royal Guards (The Pride of Skye), 3rd Royal Guards (The Pride of Tamar), 4th Royal Guards (The Pride of the Commonwealth)
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #96 on: February 03, 2010, 08:55:57 AM »
Quote from: Takiro on August 16, 2009, 09:25:34 PM
An honorary Fifth Royal Guard was created by Archon Craig Steiner in 2529 to carry out “Guardian Duty” in the Lyran Throne Room. Never a true regiment the Pride of the Archon is the very pinnacle for a Lyran mechwarrior to achieve.

Is it bad that the above made me think of a 5th Column?
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #97 on: February 03, 2010, 08:56:25 AM »
Takiro


Lol, that was not the intention my friend. Luckily these are just notes. How did that happen?

I was thinking btw of a future plan for the Royal Guard especially during the Succession War. How about bringing the 5th to full status as a ceremonial unit and letting the 2nd and 3rd go on active service? You'd have 3/5s of the Guard available for action then. Thoughts??
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #98 on: February 03, 2010, 08:56:45 AM »
Quote from: Takiro on August 17, 2009, 01:26:20 AM
Lol, that was not the intention my friend. Luckily these are just notes. How did that happen?

I was thinking btw of a future plan for the Royal Guard especially during the Succession War. How about bringing the 5th to full status as a ceremonial unit and letting the 2nd and 3rd go on active service? You'd have 3/5s of the Guard available for action then. Thoughts??

I don't really like the idea of the 5th- I really think it was just a typo in the book and rather then coming up with complicated reasons to explain this we should just day it's a mistake and stick with the 4 regiments we have,
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #99 on: February 03, 2010, 08:57:05 AM »
Takiro

You know me and how I try to incorporate every tidbit of old text. Wink I like the honor guard assignment as the origin of the 5th and the future plans were just that.
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #100 on: February 03, 2010, 08:57:37 AM »
Takiro

Okay gang how is this?

Skye Rangers (15 regiments)
Overview: The Skye Rangers are survivors whose origins date back to the turn of the twentieth fourth century. Originally the army of the Federation of Skye this unit has compiled hundreds of years of military traditions. Over this time these brave warriors have squared off against forces from the Draconis Combine, the Free Worlds League, and even the Terran Hegemony with a good deal of success. Prior to the 2370s relations between Skye and Terra had been cool at best thanks the Mother Doctrine and the Symra Ambush. That began to change when Lord Raymond the fourth Director-General of the Hegemony married Katherine McQuiston. The couple was soon involved in a scandal when a neglected Katherine turned to Raymond’s brother Brian for attention. The affair was discovered shortly before Raymond’s death nearly ended the Cameron dynasty and hopes for renewed ties. However, Brian Cameron beat the charges and became the fifth Director. In 2399 he married Katherine McQuiston and ties between the Hegemony and Skye have been close ever since.
Their adversaries have not been confined to foreign nationals but also include domestic opponents. When Robert Marsden staged a military coup in 2375 to seize control of the Commonwealth most of the Rangers backed him. Marsden had built many contacts within the Skye Rangers since the establishment of the Lyran Commonwealth. They formed a core of an army loyal to him while a few Rangers futility resisted on Skye this long overdue move towards order. Afterwards the Rangers were rebuilt by a grateful Archon Basileus although some accuse “the Crusher” of playing politics. Restoring the Rangers as a public relations move to try and foster good will on Skye. In 2471 Archon Michael Steiner married Regina McQuiston, last of the McQuiston line, which helped tie Skye and its Rangers to House Steiner. The Lyran Civil War which began in 2501 and lasted to 2505 split the contingent in much the same way. Thanks to the backing of these loyal Skye Rangers the Archon managed to defeat his opponents once again. As a result Robert Steiner spared the unit from complete dissolution a fate which befell Tamar’s army who had a well deserved martial reputation.
House Lestrade was awarded title to Skye following the Civil War by Archon Robert Steiner for loyal service. While the Duke's Own Huscarls, an infantry unit, serve as the Duke of Skye's personal guard the Skye Rangers have formed a close bond with their new liege. Their unconditional fidelity to House Steiner would be tested in 2591 by the ‘Day of Rage’. This unjust attack by Archon Viola Steiner upon her own people during the Reunification War has strained relations between the unit and the Archon since. In 2643 the Decentralist Movement, which had widespread support in Skye, nearly dissolved the Commonwealth. Many Skye Rangers left the LCAF to serve General Kerensky during the Amaris Coup and sympathies to the Last Cameron remain to this day. Despite these feelings the Rangers remain a major bulwark of the Lyran military.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HSSB and FM LA
Child Units: 3rd Skye Rangers, 4th Skye Rangers, 10th Skye Rangers, 25th Skye Rangers, plus eleven (11) more commands which are not in numerical order (not the 17th or 22nd).
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #101 on: February 03, 2010, 08:57:57 AM »
Ice Hellion

The only animal I could find was on the Davion Handbook Sad

And you are right, these Royal Guards are perfect  Wink
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #102 on: February 03, 2010, 08:58:16 AM »
Takiro

Arcturan Guards (20 regiments)
Overview: Initially an armor and infantry force established in 2341 to defend the first Lyran capital the Arcturan Guard drew its membership directly from the residents of that world. However, their role soon changed as Arcturus steadily declined in prominence following the government’s move to Tharkad in 2407. Today only a quarter of their forces come from Arcturus via official mandate. Following the Lyran Civil War the Guard became the unofficial unit of the Tamar Pact which the planet was originally a part of. Following the disbandment of the old Tamar military apparatus many natives began requesting billets here. While much has changed since that time, the introduction of the BattleMech for instance, the Guard still remains a premier formation in the Commonwealth military. Since its foundation the unit has seen service in every conflict and contributed significantly to the defense of the nation.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HSSB and FM LA
Child Units: 1st Arcturan Guard (?), 2nd Arcturan Guard (?), 3rd Arcturan Guard (?), 4th Arcturan Guard (?), 5th Arcturan Guard (?), 6th Arcturan Guard (?), 7th Arcturan Guard (?), 8th Arcturan Guard (?), 9th Arcturan Guard (?), 10th Arcturan Guard (?), 11th Arcturan Guard (The Golden Lions), 12th Arcturan Guard (?), 13th Arcturan Guard (?), 14th Arcturan Guard (?), 15th Arcturan Guard (Stavlos Tigers), 16th Arcturan Guard (?), 17th Arcturan Guard (Kezla Rams), 18th Arcturan Guard (?), 19th Arcturan Guard (Puma), 20th Arcturan Guard (White Bears of Uther) [two nicknames will be the Arcturan Northern Nomads and Tharkan Woodsmen see HSSB p. 69 - 23rd Arcturan Guards aka the Frost Giants]
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #103 on: February 03, 2010, 08:58:36 AM »
Takiro

Donegal Guards (20 regiments)
Overview: This unit was founded by the Protectorate of Donegal in 2314 shortly after the establishment of that early interstellar state. Today the Guards are a mainstay of the Lyran military containing one hundred regiments, twenty of which are BattleMech forces. As they hail from the Commonwealth’s central state the Guard is closely tied to the Lyran ruling house. While many don’t consider them as fanatical as the Royal or Lyran Guard they are renowned for their determination to overcome any obstacles which impede their orders. Often the High Command will assign the Donegal Guard to a campaign as a demonstration of the Lyran will to win. They remain closely associated with House Steiner and the Protectorate of Donegal where they are frequently stationed. Roaming the vast frontiers of the Protectorate as well as the Commonwealth’s interior the the Donegal Guard have beaten their fair share of foreign and domestic enemies. Sharing a border with the Free Worlds League and the Periphery has resulted in their primary opposition coming in the form of Marik Regulars and Pirates. The Twentieth which is the most recent addition to the Guard, formerly a Star League Loyalist Regiment, has experienced the horrors of the Amaris Coup.
Inspiration: Established canon formation, see HSSB and FM LA
Child Units: 1st Donegal Guard (?), 2nd Donegal Guard (Unwearied Second), 3rd Donegal Guard (Justice Brigade), 4th Donegal Guard (?), 5th Donegal Guard (Bulldogs), 6th Donegal Guard (White Hawks), 7th Donegal Guards (Earthquakers), 8th Donegal Guards (?), 9th Donegal Guards (?), 10th Donegal Guard (Lilly’s Lancers), 11th Donegal Guard (The Push Me Pull Yours Regiment), 12th Donegal Guard (Crocodiles?), 13th Donegal Guard (?), 14th Donegal Guard (?), 15th Donegal Guard (?), 16th Donegal Guard (?), 17th Donegal Guard (?), 18th Donegal Guard (?), 19th Donegal Guard (?), 20th Donegal Guard (Donegal Regulars, see SW board game)
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Re: Threat Assessments 2785 Notes
« Reply #104 on: February 03, 2010, 08:58:55 AM »
Takiro

Okay guys three things left for the LCAF. One is the Lyran Guards which I'm working on currently. Two is a write up on Boot Camps. The third is something I'd like to run by you all. It concerns the division of the LCAF into two different formations. The Huscarls (House Guards) and the Freikorps (Free Corps).

The Huscarls are the epitome of the Commonwealth defense and contain more than three quarters of the LCAF. Royal Guards (4 regiments), Lyran Guard (50 regiments), Arcturan Guards (20 regiments), and Donegal Guards (20 regiments) are all part of this defensive mindset which pervades the Commonwealth (94 regiments in all).

The rest of the Lyran military is made up of the Freikorps which is looked at as a hodgepodge of volunteer units. The Lyran Regulars (12 regiments), Skye Rangers (15 regiments), and Tamar Hussars (1 regiment) make up less then a quarter of the LCAF (28 regiments in all).

Thoughts?
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