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== Mercenary Factions For SPAM ==
 
== Mercenary Factions For SPAM ==
  
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Thanks to the SPAM sub-mod for BTA (please read its entry in the FAQ for details about the sub-mod and what it does), BTA has now added a large volume of mercenary commands and pirate bands as eligible sub-factions for players to encounter during gameplay. For the curious, a list of the mercenary commands is below so you can know where you can fight any given mercenary or pirate group. Also, if a mercenary command has anything special about it, it will be specifically noted on their entry on the list. The list will be organized by "parent" faction (i.e. the faction that the listed mercs work for, so a mercenary unit listed under the Capellan Confederation heading can be found as a SPAM replacement on missions against the Capellan Confederation). Unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions also work for Local Government and the "generic" Mercenaries faction currently found in BTA. Finally, unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions are true and canon BattleTech mercenary and pirate units, all of which have backgrounds that can be found on Sarna for your reading pleasure.
 
Thanks to the SPAM sub-mod for BTA (please read its entry in the FAQ for details about the sub-mod and what it does), BTA has now added a large volume of mercenary commands and pirate bands as eligible sub-factions for players to encounter during gameplay. For the curious, a list of the mercenary commands is below so you can know where you can fight any given mercenary or pirate group. Also, if a mercenary command has anything special about it, it will be specifically noted on their entry on the list. The list will be organized by "parent" faction (i.e. the faction that the listed mercs work for, so a mercenary unit listed under the Capellan Confederation heading can be found as a SPAM replacement on missions against the Capellan Confederation). Unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions also work for Local Government and the "generic" Mercenaries faction currently found in BTA. Finally, unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions are true and canon BattleTech mercenary and pirate units, all of which have backgrounds that can be found on Sarna for your reading pleasure.
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Thanks to the SPAM sub-mod for BTA (please read its entry in the FAQ for details about the sub-mod and what it does), BTA has now added a large volume of mercenary commands and pirate bands as eligible sub-factions for players to encounter during gameplay. For the curious, a list of the mercenary commands is below so you can know where you can fight any given mercenary or pirate group. Also, if a mercenary command has anything special about it, it will be specifically noted on their entry on the list. The list will be organized by "parent" faction (i.e. the faction that the listed mercs work for, so a mercenary unit listed under the Capellan Confederation heading can be found as a SPAM replacement on missions against the Capellan Confederation). Unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions also work for Local Government and the "generic" Mercenaries faction currently found in BTA. Finally, unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions are true and canon BattleTech mercenary and pirate units, all of which have backgrounds that can be found on Sarna for your reading pleasure.
 
  
 
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===Word of Blake===
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Broadsword Legion</span>
 
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<u>'''Broadsword Legion'''</u>
 
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The Broadsword Legion is a recently created mercenary unit composed of ex-ComGuard officers and soldiers who chose to resign rather than serve under Victor Steiner-Davion upon his nomination as Precentor Martial of ComStar. Most of the Broadsword Legion's members were formally of the ComGuard's 166th Division and fought against Clan Wolf during the Battle of Tukayyid, giving them a keen insight into the Clan threat.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Broadsword Legion is a recently created mercenary unit composed of ex-ComGuard officers and soldiers who chose to resign rather than serve under Victor Steiner-Davion upon his nomination as Precentor Martial of ComStar. Most of the Broadsword Legion's members were formally of the ComGuard's 166th Division and fought against Clan Wolf during the Battle of Tukayyid, giving them a keen insight into the Clan threat.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Burr's Black Cobras</span>
 
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<u>'''Burr's Black Cobras'''</u>
 
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Burr's Black Cobras have a long and checkered history, starting as Baldwin's Cobras Heavy Brigade, changing to the Crater Cobras, and then finally to Burr's Black Cobras under Colonel Burr. After being effectively betrayed by the Free Worlds League in 3061, the Black Cobras have found paying work with the Word of Blake, who respect the unit's long and difficult history.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Burr's Black Cobras have a long and checkered history, starting as Baldwin's Cobras Heavy Brigade, changing to the Crater Cobras, and then finally to Burr's Black Cobras under Colonel Burr. After being effectively betrayed by the Free Worlds League in 3061, the Black Cobras have found paying work with the Word of Blake, who respect the unit's long and difficult history.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">51st Dark Panzer Jaegers</span>
 
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The 51st Dark Panzer Jaegers are a fairly recently assembled mercenary command, formed by an aristocrat with a distaste for Melissa Steiner-Davion and the politics that surrounded her. Recently hired by the Word of Blake, the Jaegers have been running support operations for the Blakists as of late.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The 51st Dark Panzer Jaegers are a fairly recently assembled mercenary command, formed by an aristocrat with a distaste for Melissa Steiner-Davion and the politics that surrounded her. Recently hired by the Word of Blake, the Jaegers have been running support operations for the Blakists as of late.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Fist Of Mokal</span>
 
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Forged from soldiers cast adrift by the whims of the Clan Invasion, the Fist of Mokal was discarded by their prior employer after some rather bad decisions by the unit vis a vis civilians. With no one to turn to, the Fist was eventually hired by the Word of Blake.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Forged from soldiers cast adrift by the whims of the Clan Invasion, the Fist of Mokal was discarded by their prior employer after some rather bad decisions by the unit vis a vis civilians. With no one to turn to, the Fist was eventually hired by the Word of Blake.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Hsien Hotheads</span>
 
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Originally founded in the wake of the Amaris Civil War, the Hsien Hotheads eventually were trapped in a dead-end contract to the Lyran Commonwealth when, inexplicably, they managed to buy out their contract. The Hotheads then disappeared for 8 years before resurfacing in 3061 under contract to the Word of Blake.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Originally founded in the wake of the Amaris Civil War, the Hsien Hotheads eventually were trapped in a dead-end contract to the Lyran Commonwealth when, inexplicably, they managed to buy out their contract. The Hotheads then disappeared for 8 years before resurfacing in 3061 under contract to the Word of Blake.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Simonson's Cutthroats</span>
 
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A command with a troubled past, Simonson's Cutthroats has only recently reappeared. In 3055, after a distastrous engagement with a pirate force, the Cutthroats vanished into the Deep Periphery, presumably never to be seen again. However, in 3061 the Cutthroats reappeared in the Chaos March and signed a contract with the Word of Blake.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">A command with a troubled past, Simonson's Cutthroats has only recently reappeared. In 3055, after a distastrous engagement with a pirate force, the Cutthroats vanished into the Deep Periphery, presumably never to be seen again. However, in 3061 the Cutthroats reappeared in the Chaos March and signed a contract with the Word of Blake.</p>
 
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===Capellan Confederation (Liao)===
 
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<u>'''Always Faithful'''</u>
 
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Always Faithful was formed by a group of ex-SLDF and ex-Rim Worlds regular troops in the wake of the Amaris Civil War and has been in service to many of the Great Houses ever since. The regiment's reputation may not be sterling but they're known for getting the job done and done well.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Always Faithful was formed by a group of ex-SLDF and ex-Rim Worlds regular troops in the wake of the Amaris Civil War and has been in service to many of the Great Houses ever since. The regiment's reputation may not be sterling but they're known for getting the job done and done well.</p>
 
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The Langendorf Lancers were formed by merchant cartels on the planet of Calloway VI for mutual defense, but were eventually transferred to the Free Worlds League as a traditional mercenary command when they proved too troublesome for the merchants to handle. However, in 3058 the Capellan Confederation bought out their contract and so the Lancers changed affiliation.
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Lethal Injection started life as a tax write-off, not a real command with something to prove. Thus far, they've seen minimal real action, mostly warding off bandits and small-scale skirmishes and training exercises.
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Olson's Rangers is a relatively small command, often tasked with reconnaissance efforts in support of larger military forces However, the Rangers are more than capable in a stand-up fight, as several other units have discovered.
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The Arcadians were formed in the wake of the War of 3039 from officers that cashed out their pensions and took with them enough fellow officers and NCOs to fill a full regiment. They hit the ground running with several garrison contracts and developed a good name in the hiring halls, leading to work with the AFFS.
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The Blue Star of Kerensky was a medal given to 37 members of the SLDF in the wake of the Amaris Civil War. When Kerensky issued his call for the Exodus, every recipient of the Blue Star stayed behind. Together, they formed a mercenary command, the Blue Star Irregulars, and chose the most noble of available masters to serve, House Davion, whom they have served for nearly 300 years since.
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<u>'''Harlock's Warriors'''</u>
 
<u>'''Harlock's Warriors'''</u>
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Harlock's Warriors was formed when House Kurita dropped a company of criminals hopped up on combat drugs in sub-standard 'Mechs onto Kobe in 2825 to harass the Lyrans there. Led by Sven Harlock, the criminals quickly realized they were sent to die and made a pact with some local bandits to escape and seek better fortunes elsewhere, turning into a respectable mercenary command in the decades since.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Harlock's Warriors was formed when House Kurita dropped a company of criminals hopped up on combat drugs in sub-standard 'Mechs onto Kobe in 2825 to harass the Lyrans there. Led by Sven Harlock, the criminals quickly realized they were sent to die and made a pact with some local bandits to escape and seek better fortunes elsewhere, turning into a respectable mercenary command in the decades since.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Screaming Eagles</span>
 
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|[[Image:ScreamingEagles_logo.png|130x130px|center|Screaming Eagles]]
 
|[[Image:ScreamingEagles_logo.png|130x130px|center|Screaming Eagles]]
 
<u>'''Screaming Eagles'''</u>
 
<u>'''Screaming Eagles'''</u>
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The Screaming Eagles have been dogged by controversy and bad luck for years now. Originally founded by SLDF members in the wake of the Star League's fall and finding themselves in service to the Davions for centuries, the Screaming Eagles left Davion service only to be betrayed and have their reputation crippled by their new employer's duplicity. Today, they're back in Davion service as the only House willing to work with them again.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Screaming Eagles have been dogged by controversy and bad luck for years now. Originally founded by SLDF members in the wake of the Star League's fall and finding themselves in service to the Davions for centuries, the Screaming Eagles left Davion service only to be betrayed and have their reputation crippled by their new employer's duplicity. Today, they're back in Davion service as the only House willing to work with them again.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Smithson's Chinese Bandits</span>
 
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|[[Image:SmithsonsChineseBandits_logo.png|130x130px|center|Smithson's Chinese Bandits]]
 
|[[Image:SmithsonsChineseBandits_logo.png|130x130px|center|Smithson's Chinese Bandits]]
 
<u>'''Smithson's Chinese Bandits'''</u>
 
<u>'''Smithson's Chinese Bandits'''</u>
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Once a pillar of the mercenary community, Smithson's Chinese Bandits has been reduced in strength heavily due to some bad engagements in the early days of the FedCom Civil War. Today, the Bandits are weakened and a shadow of their former strength, but even that can be considerable if not respected.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Once a pillar of the mercenary community, Smithson's Chinese Bandits has been reduced in strength heavily due to some bad engagements in the early days of the FedCom Civil War. Today, the Bandits are weakened and a shadow of their former strength, but even that can be considerable if not respected.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Vanguard Legion</span>
 
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|[[Image:VanguardLegion_logo.png|130x130px|center|Vanguard Legion]]
 
|[[Image:VanguardLegion_logo.png|130x130px|center|Vanguard Legion]]
 
<u>'''Vanguard Legion'''</u>
 
<u>'''Vanguard Legion'''</u>
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The founder of the Vanguard Legion blamed the Lyran Commonwealth for forsaking his original unit during the Clan Invasion, leading to their destruction, and so his new Vanguard Legion developed a bitter hate of the Lyran state. After an extended contract into the Deep Periphery looking for the Clan Homeworlds, the Legion built to a full regiment in 3061 and signed on with the Federated Suns.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The founder of the Vanguard Legion blamed the Lyran Commonwealth for forsaking his original unit during the Clan Invasion, leading to their destruction, and so his new Vanguard Legion developed a bitter hate of the Lyran state. After an extended contract into the Deep Periphery looking for the Clan Homeworlds, the Legion built to a full regiment in 3061 and signed on with the Federated Suns.</p>
 
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===Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)===
 
===Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Avanti's Angels</span>
 
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|[[Image:AvantisAngels_logo.png|130x130px|center|Avanti's Angels]]
 
|[[Image:AvantisAngels_logo.png|130x130px|center|Avanti's Angels]]
 
<u>'''Avanti's Angels'''</u>
 
<u>'''Avanti's Angels'''</u>
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Avanti's Angels was formed post-Clan Invasion as a sacrifical force to buy time for other forces to escape the Clan juggernaut. Their nothing-to-lose attitude carried them through campaigns in the Chaos March, the Periphery, and even a stint with the Second Star League against Clan Smoke Jaguar.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Avanti's Angels was formed post-Clan Invasion as a sacrifical force to buy time for other forces to escape the Clan juggernaut. Their nothing-to-lose attitude carried them through campaigns in the Chaos March, the Periphery, and even a stint with the Second Star League against Clan Smoke Jaguar.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Kell Hounds</span>
 
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|[[Image:KellHounds_logo.png|130x130px|center|Kell Hounds]]
 
|[[Image:KellHounds_logo.png|130x130px|center|Kell Hounds]]
 
<u>'''Kell Hounds'''</u>
 
<u>'''Kell Hounds'''</u>
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One of the most legendary mercenary companies in the Inner Sphere, the Kell Hounds were founded in 3010 by Morgan and Patrick Kell. The Kell Hounds quickly rose to prominence in the Successor States through a combination of tactical acumen, strategic brilliance, and superior technical aptitude. They continued to grow and prosper until 3016, with a climactic duel between Morgan Kell and Yorinaga Kurita of the Draconis Combine's Second Sword of Light. The fight ended in a draw after an improbable series of events prevented Kurita from targeting Kell's 'Mech. Shortly thereafter, Morgan Kell abruptly disbanded two-thirds of the Kell Hounds and consigned himself to a life of exile in a relgious retreat on Zaniah for a time. Currently, the Kell Hounds are managed by Morgan once again and serve as the wardens of the Arc-Royal Defense Cordon against the Jade Falcons.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of the most legendary mercenary companies in the Inner Sphere, the Kell Hounds were founded in 3010 by Morgan and Patrick Kell. The Kell Hounds quickly rose to prominence in the Successor States through a combination of tactical acumen, strategic brilliance, and superior technical aptitude. They continued to grow and prosper until 3016, with a climactic duel between Morgan Kell and Yorinaga Kurita of the Draconis Combine's Second Sword of Light. The fight ended in a draw after an improbable series of events prevented Kurita from targeting Kell's 'Mech. Shortly thereafter, Morgan Kell abruptly disbanded two-thirds of the Kell Hounds and consigned himself to a life of exile in a relgious retreat on Zaniah for a time. Currently, the Kell Hounds are managed by Morgan once again and serve as the wardens of the Arc-Royal Defense Cordon against the Jade Falcons.</p>
  
 
'''Note: the Kell Hounds have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech, be warned!'''
 
'''Note: the Kell Hounds have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech, be warned!'''
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Knights Of St. Cameron</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Knights Of St. Cameron</span>
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|[[Image:KnightsOfStCameron_logo.png|130x130px|center|Knights Of St. Cameron]]
 
|[[Image:KnightsOfStCameron_logo.png|130x130px|center|Knights Of St. Cameron]]
 
<u>'''Knights Of St. Cameron'''</u>
 
<u>'''Knights Of St. Cameron'''</u>
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Once a laughingstock of the mercenary circuit, the Knights Of St. Cameron have been reborn in the last 10 years. Thought destroyed by Clan Wolf, the Knights returned from corners unknown with heavily laden DropShips and took up their traditional call for MechWarriors descended from the original SLDF to join them. Now, the Knights are a highly skilled and dedicated combat force, not to be trifled with.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Once a laughingstock of the mercenary circuit, the Knights Of St. Cameron have been reborn in the last 10 years. Thought destroyed by Clan Wolf, the Knights returned from corners unknown with heavily laden DropShips and took up their traditional call for MechWarriors descended from the original SLDF to join them. Now, the Knights are a highly skilled and dedicated combat force, not to be trifled with.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Mobile Fire</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Mobile Fire</span>
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|[[Image:MobileFire_logo.png|130x130px|center|Mobile Fire]]
 
|[[Image:MobileFire_logo.png|130x130px|center|Mobile Fire]]
 
<u>'''Mobile Fire'''</u>
 
<u>'''Mobile Fire'''</u>
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The Mobile Fire mercenary command is a staunch supporter of House Steiner and has pledged their support to the Lyran throne and has received much support in turn from Katherine Steiner-Davion in reward for their loyalty.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Mobile Fire mercenary command is a staunch supporter of House Steiner and has pledged their support to the Lyran throne and has received much support in turn from Katherine Steiner-Davion in reward for their loyalty.</p>
 
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Snord's Irregulars</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Snord's Irregulars</span>
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|[[Image:SnordsIrregulars_logo.png|130x130px|center|Snord's Irregulars]]
 
|[[Image:SnordsIrregulars_logo.png|130x130px|center|Snord's Irregulars]]
 
<u>'''Snord's Irregulars'''</u>
 
<u>'''Snord's Irregulars'''</u>
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A famous unit, Snord's Irregulars are known as much for their eccentricity as for their combat prowess. The Irregulars are known to go out of their way to collect seemingly random knick-knacks and trinkets and are notorious for their XO, Rhonda Snord, and her heavy metal blasting Highlander.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">A famous unit, Snord's Irregulars are known as much for their eccentricity as for their combat prowess. The Irregulars are known to go out of their way to collect seemingly random knick-knacks and trinkets and are notorious for their XO, Rhonda Snord, and her heavy metal blasting Highlander.</p>
 
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===Draconis Combine (Kurita)===
 
===Draconis Combine (Kurita)===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Camacho's Caballeros</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Camacho's Caballeros</span>
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|[[Image:CamachosCaballeros_logo.png|130x130px|center|Camacho's Caballeros]]
 
|[[Image:CamachosCaballeros_logo.png|130x130px|center|Camacho's Caballeros]]
 
<u>'''Camacho's Caballeros'''</u>
 
<u>'''Camacho's Caballeros'''</u>
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Formed from ex-FWLM soldiers, Camacho's Caballeros have had a rough go of it until recently, when they scored some choice work from Tanadi Computers that eventually led to work with the Draconis Combine through Tanadi's CEO, Chandrasekhar Kurita.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Formed from ex-FWLM soldiers, Camacho's Caballeros have had a rough go of it until recently, when they scored some choice work from Tanadi Computers that eventually led to work with the Draconis Combine through Tanadi's CEO, Chandrasekhar Kurita.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Greenburg's Godzillas</span>
 
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:GreenburgsGodzillas_logo.png|130x130px|center|Greenburg's Godzillas]]
 
|[[Image:GreenburgsGodzillas_logo.png|130x130px|center|Greenburg's Godzillas]]
 
<u>'''Greenburg's Godzillas'''</u>
 
<u>'''Greenburg's Godzillas'''</u>
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One of the weirdest mercenary units in existence, Greenburg's Godzillas started life as a holovid documentary show led by Mordon Greenburg. However, after the show's cancellation, the mercenary unit endured and found new life as a legitimate combat command.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of the weirdest mercenary units in existence, Greenburg's Godzillas started life as a holovid documentary show led by Mordon Greenburg. However, after the show's cancellation, the mercenary unit endured and found new life as a legitimate combat command.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Narhal's Raiders</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Narhal's Raiders</span>
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|[[Image:NarhalsRaiders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Narhal's Raiders]]
 
|[[Image:NarhalsRaiders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Narhal's Raiders]]
 
<u>'''Narhal's Raiders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Narhal's Raiders'''</u>
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After Katherine Steiner-Davion took the throne of the Lyran Commonwealth, many mercenaries under contract to that realm were displeased. One such unit is Narhal's Raiders, who escaped their contract and instead chose to support the Draconis Combine as garrison units for Operation Bulldog. After that conflict, the Raiders remained under contract to the Combine.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">After Katherine Steiner-Davion took the throne of the Lyran Commonwealth, many mercenaries under contract to that realm were displeased. One such unit is Narhal's Raiders, who escaped their contract and instead chose to support the Draconis Combine as garrison units for Operation Bulldog. After that conflict, the Raiders remained under contract to the Combine.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Northwind Highlanders</span>
 
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|[[Image:NorthwindHighlanders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Northwind Highlanders]]
 
|[[Image:NorthwindHighlanders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Northwind Highlanders]]
 
<u>'''Northwind Highlanders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Northwind Highlanders'''</u>
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Among the most storied mercenary units in existence, the Northwind Highlanders are a multi-battalion command with an ancient history. Currently, the Highlanders are under contract to the Draconis Combine.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Among the most storied mercenary units in existence, the Northwind Highlanders are a multi-battalion command with an ancient history. Currently, the Highlanders are under contract to the Draconis Combine.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Wolf's Dragoons</span>
 
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|[[Image:Wolfs_Dragoons_logo.png|130x130px|center|Wolf's Dragoons]]
 
|[[Image:Wolfs_Dragoons_logo.png|130x130px|center|Wolf's Dragoons]]
 
<u>'''Wolf's Dragoons'''</u>
 
<u>'''Wolf's Dragoons'''</u>
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The Wolf's Dragoons are among the most famous mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, with a history dating back to the Clan Homeworlds. The Dragoons have seen good and bad times over the decades but today enjoy an excellent reputation and their own homeworld of Outreach, also called the Mercenary's Star.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Wolf's Dragoons are among the most famous mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, with a history dating back to the Clan Homeworlds. The Dragoons have seen good and bad times over the decades but today enjoy an excellent reputation and their own homeworld of Outreach, also called the Mercenary's Star.</p>
  
 
'''Note: the Dragoons have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech as well as numerous unique variants and units that cannot be found elsewhere'''
 
'''Note: the Dragoons have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech as well as numerous unique variants and units that cannot be found elsewhere'''
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===Free Worlds League (Marik)===
 
===Free Worlds League (Marik)===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Barrett's Fusiliers</span>
 
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|[[Image:BarrettsFusiliers_logo.png|130x130px|center|Barrett's Fusiliers]]
 
|[[Image:BarrettsFusiliers_logo.png|130x130px|center|Barrett's Fusiliers]]
 
<u>'''Barrett's Fusiliers'''</u>
 
<u>'''Barrett's Fusiliers'''</u>
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Barrett's Fusiliers is a long-standing mercenary command with a solid reputation. Though they excel at nothing they are noted as being reliable and effective, with an extended history of service to several Great Houses.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Barrett's Fusiliers is a long-standing mercenary command with a solid reputation. Though they excel at nothing they are noted as being reliable and effective, with an extended history of service to several Great Houses.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">The Blackhearts</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">The Blackhearts</span>
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|[[Image:Blackhearts_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Blackhearts]]
 
|[[Image:Blackhearts_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Blackhearts]]
 
<u>'''The Blackhearts'''</u>
 
<u>'''The Blackhearts'''</u>
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The Blackhearts are a bit of a mystery. Their origins remained mysterious for decades until 3028 when it was revealed that The Blackhearts started out as a Star League Special Armed Services battalion. They narrowly avoided being cashiered after this revelation and have been rebuilding their reputation since.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Blackhearts are a bit of a mystery. Their origins remained mysterious for decades until 3028 when it was revealed that The Blackhearts started out as a Star League Special Armed Services battalion. They narrowly avoided being cashiered after this revelation and have been rebuilding their reputation since.</p>
 
</div>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">The Krushers</span>
 
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|[[Image:TheKrushers_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Krushers]]
 
|[[Image:TheKrushers_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Krushers]]
 
<u>'''The Krushers'''</u>
 
<u>'''The Krushers'''</u>
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The Krushers are a storied force with a long history under the FWL's auspices. However, they've recently taken up employment with the FWL's ostensible allies in the Lyran Commonwealth.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Krushers are a storied force with a long history under the FWL's auspices. However, they've recently taken up employment with the FWL's ostensible allies in the Lyran Commonwealth.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Romanov's Crusaders</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Romanov's Crusaders</span>
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|[[Image:RomanovsCrusaders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Romanov's Crusaders]]
 
|[[Image:RomanovsCrusaders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Romanov's Crusaders]]
 
<u>'''Romanov's Crusaders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Romanov's Crusaders'''</u>
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Formed by Thomas Marik in 3055 from MechWarriors from outside the Free Worlds League who were denied entry to the Knights of the Inner Sphere, Romanov's Crusaders has developed into a multicultural and distinctive unit.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Formed by Thomas Marik in 3055 from MechWarriors from outside the Free Worlds League who were denied entry to the Knights of the Inner Sphere, Romanov's Crusaders has developed into a multicultural and distinctive unit.</p>
 
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===Taurian Concordat===
 
===Taurian Concordat===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bannockburn's Bandits</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bannockburn's Bandits</span>
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|[[Image:BannockburnsBandits_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bannockburn's Bandits]]
 
|[[Image:BannockburnsBandits_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bannockburn's Bandits]]
 
<u>'''Bannockburn's Bandits'''</u>
 
<u>'''Bannockburn's Bandits'''</u>
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Bannockburn's Bandits is one of the most senior mercenary commands in the Periphery and has served the Taurian Concordat longer than many other regional commands have existed. The Bandits prize loyalty above almost anything else and are notable for their extended service to the Concordat.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Bannockburn's Bandits is one of the most senior mercenary commands in the Periphery and has served the Taurian Concordat longer than many other regional commands have existed. The Bandits prize loyalty above almost anything else and are notable for their extended service to the Concordat.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Clean Kill</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Clean Kill</span>
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|[[Image:CleanKill_logo.png|130x130px|center|Clean Kill]]
 
|[[Image:CleanKill_logo.png|130x130px|center|Clean Kill]]
 
<u>'''Clean Kill'''</u>
 
<u>'''Clean Kill'''</u>
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The Clean Kill battalion is one of the many also-ran mercenary commands in existence. Seemingly always passed over for choice contracts and for popularity, the Clean Kill has served the Taurian Concordat ably but unimpressively.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Clean Kill battalion is one of the many also-ran mercenary commands in existence. Seemingly always passed over for choice contracts and for popularity, the Clean Kill has served the Taurian Concordat ably but unimpressively.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Lone Star Regiment</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Lone Star Regiment</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:LoneStarRegiment_logo.png|130x130px|center|Lone Star Regiment]]
 
|[[Image:LoneStarRegiment_logo.png|130x130px|center|Lone Star Regiment]]
 
<u>'''Lone Star Regiment'''</u>
 
<u>'''Lone Star Regiment'''</u>
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The Lone Star Regiment is a mercenary command with an extended history, running all the way back to 2825 when they were formed by former Star League Defense Force and Rim Worlds Republic military personnel left behind in the chaos of the First Succession War. The Lone Star Regiment excels in defensive engagements.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Lone Star Regiment is a mercenary command with an extended history, running all the way back to 2825 when they were formed by former Star League Defense Force and Rim Worlds Republic military personnel left behind in the chaos of the First Succession War. The Lone Star Regiment excels in defensive engagements.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Longwood's Bluecoats</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Longwood's Bluecoats</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:LongwoodsBluecoats_logo.png|130x130px|center|Longwood's Bluecoats]]
 
|[[Image:LongwoodsBluecoats_logo.png|130x130px|center|Longwood's Bluecoats]]
 
<u>'''Longwood's Bluecoats'''</u>
 
<u>'''Longwood's Bluecoats'''</u>
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For most mercs, the Periphery is the end of the road. For Longwood's Bluecoats however, the Taurian Concordat has been a boon and an excellent employer where the Bluecoats have prospered thanks to clever maneuvering between the Federated Suns and the Taurian Concordat.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">For most mercs, the Periphery is the end of the road. For Longwood's Bluecoats however, the Taurian Concordat has been a boon and an excellent employer where the Bluecoats have prospered thanks to clever maneuvering between the Federated Suns and the Taurian Concordat.</p>
 
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===Magistracy of Canopus===
 
===Magistracy of Canopus===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Caesar's Cohorts</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Caesar's Cohorts</span>
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|[[Image:CaesarsCohorts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Caesar's Cohorts]]
 
|[[Image:CaesarsCohorts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Caesar's Cohorts]]
 
<u>'''Caesar's Cohorts'''</u>
 
<u>'''Caesar's Cohorts'''</u>
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Originally descended from a Marian Hegemony unit that refused that realm's piratical way of life, Caesar's Cohorts attempted to serve several Great Houses only to be abused badly by their employers. Failing to make it in the Inner Sphere, they turned to greener pastures in the Periphery where they found steady, reliable, employment with the Magistracy of Canopus.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Originally descended from a Marian Hegemony unit that refused that realm's piratical way of life, Caesar's Cohorts attempted to serve several Great Houses only to be abused badly by their employers. Failing to make it in the Inner Sphere, they turned to greener pastures in the Periphery where they found steady, reliable, employment with the Magistracy of Canopus.</p>
 
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Canopian Highlanders</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Canopian Highlanders</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:CanopianHighlanders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Canopian Highlanders]]
 
|[[Image:CanopianHighlanders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Canopian Highlanders]]
 
<u>'''Canopian Highlanders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Canopian Highlanders'''</u>
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|}
  
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The Canopian Highlanders are one of the premier mercenary units in the Periphery and have an extended history of service to the Magistracy of Canopus, though they did serve a brief stint with the Federated Commonwealth that ended badly when the FedCom refused to deliver on several promises leading to bitter resentment from the Highlanders.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Canopian Highlanders are one of the premier mercenary units in the Periphery and have an extended history of service to the Magistracy of Canopus, though they did serve a brief stint with the Federated Commonwealth that ended badly when the FedCom refused to deliver on several promises leading to bitter resentment from the Highlanders.</p>
 
</div>
 
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<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Dismal Disinherited</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Dismal Disinherited</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:DismalDisinherited_logo.png|130x130px|center|Dismal Disinherited]]
 
|[[Image:DismalDisinherited_logo.png|130x130px|center|Dismal Disinherited]]
 
<u>'''Dismal Disinherited'''</u>
 
<u>'''Dismal Disinherited'''</u>
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−
When conversation turns to the most storied mercenary commands in the Inner Sphere, few ever mention the Dismal Disinherited, despite them having one of the longest histories among merc commands, starting in the early Succession Wars and continuing with distinction ever since.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">When conversation turns to the most storied mercenary commands in the Inner Sphere, few ever mention the Dismal Disinherited, despite them having one of the longest histories among merc commands, starting in the early Succession Wars and continuing with distinction ever since.</p>
 
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−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Dragonslayers</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Dragonslayers</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:Dragonslayers_logo.png|130x130px|center|Dragonslayers]]
 
|[[Image:Dragonslayers_logo.png|130x130px|center|Dragonslayers]]
 
<u>'''Dragonslayers'''</u>
 
<u>'''Dragonslayers'''</u>
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The Dragonslayers are defined by one thing: hatred of House Kurita. After being betrayed by their employers and being found guilty of a contract breach by the MRBC, the Dragonslayers set out for the Periphery in search of greener pastures.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Dragonslayers are defined by one thing: hatred of House Kurita. After being betrayed by their employers and being found guilty of a contract breach by the MRBC, the Dragonslayers set out for the Periphery in search of greener pastures.</p>
 
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−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Harcourt's Destructors</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Harcourt's Destructors</span>
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|[[Image:HarcourtsDestructors_logo.png|130x130px|center|Harcourt's Destructors]]
 
|[[Image:HarcourtsDestructors_logo.png|130x130px|center|Harcourt's Destructors]]
 
<u>'''Harcourt's Destructors'''</u>
 
<u>'''Harcourt's Destructors'''</u>
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Harcourt's Destructors are a long-standing unit that has served the Magistracy of Canopus since 3003. Recently deployed on the spinward edge of the Magistracy, the Destructors are helping train a local Magistracy unit there in combat tactics.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Harcourt's Destructors are a long-standing unit that has served the Magistracy of Canopus since 3003. Recently deployed on the spinward edge of the Magistracy, the Destructors are helping train a local Magistracy unit there in combat tactics.</p>
 
</div>
 
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−
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Ramilie's Raiders</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Ramilie's Raiders</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:RamiliesRaiders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Ramilie's Raiders]]
 
|[[Image:RamiliesRaiders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Ramilie's Raiders]]
 
<u>'''Ramilie's Raiders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Ramilie's Raiders'''</u>
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Ramilie's Raiders is a long-standing command that has served the Magistracy of Canopus with distinction. However, there are rumblings that the unit (long considered virtually a Canopian house unit) may be making moves to leave the Magistracy.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Ramilie's Raiders is a long-standing command that has served the Magistracy of Canopus with distinction. However, there are rumblings that the unit (long considered virtually a Canopian house unit) may be making moves to leave the Magistracy.</p>
 
</div>
 
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===Outworld Alliance===
 
===Outworld Alliance===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Thermo Police</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Thermo Police</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:ThermoPolice_logo.png|130x130px|center|Thermo Police]]
 
|[[Image:ThermoPolice_logo.png|130x130px|center|Thermo Police]]
 
<u>'''Thermo Police'''</u>
 
<u>'''Thermo Police'''</u>
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The Thermo Police were formed in the wake of the Star League's collapse in the Outworlds Wastes in order to bring order and peace to the collapsing region. Since then, they have served the Outworlds Alliance honorably and remain a respected and honored unit even today.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Thermo Police were formed in the wake of the Star League's collapse in the Outworlds Wastes in order to bring order and peace to the collapsing region. Since then, they have served the Outworlds Alliance honorably and remain a respected and honored unit even today.</p>
 
</div>
 
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===Marian Hegemony===
 
===Marian Hegemony===
  
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bronson's Horde</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bronson's Horde</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:BronsonsHorde_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bronson's Horde]]
 
|[[Image:BronsonsHorde_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bronson's Horde]]
 
<u>'''Bronson's Horde'''</u>
 
<u>'''Bronson's Horde'''</u>
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Bronson's Horde began after its commander, William Bronson, was ejected from the Eridani Light Horse for losing touch with the ELH's proud traditions. Bronson carried a vendetta against the ELH ever since, one he passed to his son and that poisoned the unit into making a surprise attack against the ELH, costing them much of their manpower and reputation. Effectively exiled to the Periphery, Bronson's Horde is a shadow of what it once was and still bears a terrible grudge against the Light Horse.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Bronson's Horde began after its commander, William Bronson, was ejected from the Eridani Light Horse for losing touch with the ELH's proud traditions. Bronson carried a vendetta against the ELH ever since, one he passed to his son and that poisoned the unit into making a surprise attack against the ELH, costing them much of their manpower and reputation. Effectively exiled to the Periphery, Bronson's Horde is a shadow of what it once was and still bears a terrible grudge against the Light Horse.</p>
 
</div>
 
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===Circinus Federation===
 
===Circinus Federation===
  
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bullard's Armored Cavalry</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Bullard's Armored Cavalry</span>
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|[[Image:BullardsArmoredCavalry_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bullard's Armored Cavalry]]
 
|[[Image:BullardsArmoredCavalry_logo.png|130x130px|center|Bullard's Armored Cavalry]]
 
<u>'''Bullard's Armored Cavalry'''</u>
 
<u>'''Bullard's Armored Cavalry'''</u>
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Bullard's Armored Cavalry has developed a well-earned reputation for thuggery and greed and ruined their own reputation in greedy strikes against House Davion over the years. After a brief internal civil war, the Cavalry was nearly shattered until they found paying work with the Circinus Federation, where they remain today.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Bullard's Armored Cavalry has developed a well-earned reputation for thuggery and greed and ruined their own reputation in greedy strikes against House Davion over the years. After a brief internal civil war, the Cavalry was nearly shattered until they found paying work with the Circinus Federation, where they remain today.</p>
 
</div>
 
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−
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Quint's Olympian Groundpounders</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Quint's Olympian Groundpounders</span>
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|[[Image:QuintsOlympianGroundpounders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Quint's Olympian Groundpounders]]
 
|[[Image:QuintsOlympianGroundpounders_logo.png|130x130px|center|Quint's Olympian Groundpounders]]
 
<u>'''Quint's Olympian Groundpounders'''</u>
 
<u>'''Quint's Olympian Groundpounders'''</u>
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|}
  
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Quint's Olympian Groundpounders has served many masters since its days as Quint's Quartet and has always been noted to serve with impeccable professionalism. After drifting between several Periphery states, they seem to have settled in the Circinus Federation for the time being.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Quint's Olympian Groundpounders has served many masters since its days as Quint's Quartet and has always been noted to serve with impeccable professionalism. After drifting between several Periphery states, they seem to have settled in the Circinus Federation for the time being.</p>
 
</div>
 
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−
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<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Gray's Ghosts</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Gray's Ghosts</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:GraysGhosts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Gray's Ghosts]]
 
|[[Image:GraysGhosts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Gray's Ghosts]]
 
<u>'''Gray's Ghosts'''</u>
 
<u>'''Gray's Ghosts'''</u>
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Gray's Ghosts are a mercenary unit with a well-deserved dark reputation. The Ghosts are notorious for their escapades, involving sexual violence on civilians, drug abuse issues, and war crimes, to the point that some consider the Ghosts to be mere bandits masquerading as mercenaries. However, the Ghosts are known to be very successful at crowd control and counterinsurgency operations, ensuring they have steady employment.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Gray's Ghosts are a mercenary unit with a well-deserved dark reputation. The Ghosts are notorious for their escapades, involving sexual violence on civilians, drug abuse issues, and war crimes, to the point that some consider the Ghosts to be mere bandits masquerading as mercenaries. However, the Ghosts are known to be very successful at crowd control and counterinsurgency operations, ensuring they have steady employment.</p>
 
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===Free Rasalhague Republic===
 
===Free Rasalhague Republic===
  
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">The Black Outlaws</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">The Black Outlaws</span>
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|[[Image:BlackOutlaws_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Black Outlaws]]
 
|[[Image:BlackOutlaws_logo.png|130x130px|center|The Black Outlaws]]
 
<u>'''The Black Outlaws'''</u>
 
<u>'''The Black Outlaws'''</u>
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The Black Outlaws started life as just The Outlaws, a Federated Suns battalion who mutinied and abandoned their post in 3039. Eventually, after heavy conflict with Clan Wolf on Memmingen, they merged with the remnants of the Black Omen mercenary command to form the Black Outlaws.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Black Outlaws started life as just The Outlaws, a Federated Suns battalion who mutinied and abandoned their post in 3039. Eventually, after heavy conflict with Clan Wolf on Memmingen, they merged with the remnants of the Black Omen mercenary command to form the Black Outlaws.</p>
 
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===ComStar===
 
===ComStar===
  
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">21st Centauri Lancers</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">21st Centauri Lancers</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:21stCentauriLancers_logo.png|130x130px|center|21st Centauri Lancers]]
 
|[[Image:21stCentauriLancers_logo.png|130x130px|center|21st Centauri Lancers]]
 
<u>'''21st Centauri Lancers'''</u>
 
<u>'''21st Centauri Lancers'''</u>
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The 21st Centauri Lancers have an extended history of honesty and integrity which was shattered due to duplicity by the Word of Blake in 3057. With their name in tatters, the Lancers are struggling to rebuild their reputation among the hiring halls of the Inner Sphere.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The 21st Centauri Lancers have an extended history of honesty and integrity which was shattered due to duplicity by the Word of Blake in 3057. With their name in tatters, the Lancers are struggling to rebuild their reputation among the hiring halls of the Inner Sphere.</p>
 
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===St. Ives Compact===
 
===St. Ives Compact===
  
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Rubinsky's Light Horse</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Rubinsky's Light Horse</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:RubinskysLightHorse_logo.png|130x130px|center|Rubinsky's Light Horse]]
 
|[[Image:RubinskysLightHorse_logo.png|130x130px|center|Rubinsky's Light Horse]]
 
<u>'''Rubinsky's Light Horse'''</u>
 
<u>'''Rubinsky's Light Horse'''</u>
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Rubinsky's Light Horse, the sister force of Khorsakhov's Cossacks, is joined with that unit by their similar fighting styles and common hatred of House Liao. Together, the two mercenary commands have served the St. Ives Compact with distinction for over 25 years.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Rubinsky's Light Horse, the sister force of Khorsakhov's Cossacks, is joined with that unit by their similar fighting styles and common hatred of House Liao. Together, the two mercenary commands have served the St. Ives Compact with distinction for over 25 years.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Khorsakov's Cossacks</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Khorsakov's Cossacks</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:KhorsakovsCossacks_logo.png|130x130px|center|Khorsakov's Cossacks]]
 
|[[Image:KhorsakovsCossacks_logo.png|130x130px|center|Khorsakov's Cossacks]]
 
<u>'''Khorsakov's Cossacks'''</u>
 
<u>'''Khorsakov's Cossacks'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Khorsakov's Cossacks is famous for one thing and one thing only: their utter hatred of House Liao. The Cossacks despise House Liao and will work against them at any opportunity, even signing up with the St. Ives Compact alongside their sister unit, Rubinsky's Light Horse, in order to serve against the Capellans.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Khorsakov's Cossacks is famous for one thing and one thing only: their utter hatred of House Liao. The Cossacks despise House Liao and will work against them at any opportunity, even signing up with the St. Ives Compact alongside their sister unit, Rubinsky's Light Horse, in order to serve against the Capellans.</p>
 
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===Other Merc Commands===
 
===Other Merc Commands===
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
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<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Eridani Light Horse</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Eridani Light Horse</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:EridaniLightHorse_logo.png|130x130px|center|Eridani Light Horse]]
 
|[[Image:EridaniLightHorse_logo.png|130x130px|center|Eridani Light Horse]]
 
<u>'''Eridani Light Horse'''</u>
 
<u>'''Eridani Light Horse'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
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One of the most famous and successful mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, the Eridani Light Horse have a history as long as their list of victories. However, in 3058, the Eridani Light Horse decided to join the Second Star League at its formation as the ELH originated with the original Star League. However, they assist the Second Star League in its efforts and even maintain territory in the Clan Homeworlds.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of the most famous and successful mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, the Eridani Light Horse have a history as long as their list of victories. However, in 3058, the Eridani Light Horse decided to join the Second Star League at its formation as the ELH originated with the original Star League. However, they assist the Second Star League in its efforts and even maintain territory in the Clan Homeworlds.</p>
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−
'''Note''': the ELH does not directly serve St. Ives, but instead serves as a special faction in the Ives conflict in general; please see [[Frequently_Asked_Questions|the FAQ]] for further information about how this works
 
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Winfield's Regiment</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Winfield's Regiment</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:WinfieldsRegiment_logo.png|130x130px|center|Winfield's Regiment]]
 
|[[Image:WinfieldsRegiment_logo.png|130x130px|center|Winfield's Regiment]]
 
<u>'''Winfield's Regiment'''</u>
 
<u>'''Winfield's Regiment'''</u>
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|}
  
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Originally an AFFC command that was shattered by the Jade Falcons, Winfield's Regiment has been resurrected. After an ill-advised strike into Falcon territory looking for captured members of the original regiment, Winfield's Regiment has moved on to the Chaos March to find meaningful work.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Originally an AFFC command that was shattered by the Jade Falcons, Winfield's Regiment has been resurrected. After an ill-advised strike into Falcon territory looking for captured members of the original regiment, Winfield's Regiment has moved on to the Chaos March to find meaningful work.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Tooth of Ymir</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Tooth of Ymir</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:ToothOfYmir_logo.png|130x130px|center|Tooth of Ymir]]
 
|[[Image:ToothOfYmir_logo.png|130x130px|center|Tooth of Ymir]]
 
<u>'''Tooth of Ymir'''</u>
 
<u>'''Tooth of Ymir'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Formed by a Steiner Hauptmann who blamed LCAF incompetence on his unit's destruction, the Tooth of Ymir made its way to the Chaos March for work in the late 3050s, where it remains today.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Formed by a Steiner Hauptmann who blamed LCAF incompetence on his unit's destruction, the Tooth of Ymir made its way to the Chaos March for work in the late 3050s, where it remains today.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Jacob's Juggernauts</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Jacob's Juggernauts</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:JacobsJuggernauts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Jacob's Juggernauts]]
 
|[[Image:JacobsJuggernauts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Jacob's Juggernauts]]
 
<u>'''Jacob's Juggernauts'''</u>
 
<u>'''Jacob's Juggernauts'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Founded by a small group of ex-Solaris 7 MechWarriors, Jacob's Juggernauts has been subsisting on mediocre contracts in the Chaos March ever since their founding. Rumors swirly as the Juggernaut's fate and if they can survive the tides of war as the region falls further into chaos.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Founded by a small group of ex-Solaris 7 MechWarriors, Jacob's Juggernauts has been subsisting on mediocre contracts in the Chaos March ever since their founding. Rumors swirly as the Juggernaut's fate and if they can survive the tides of war as the region falls further into chaos.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Lindon's Battalion</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Lindon's Battalion</span>
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:LindonsBattalion_logo.png|130x130px|center|Lindon's Battalion]]
 
|[[Image:LindonsBattalion_logo.png|130x130px|center|Lindon's Battalion]]
 
<u>'''Lindon's Battalion'''</u>
 
<u>'''Lindon's Battalion'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Lindon's Battalion has served several masters over its life, including House Kurita and House Steiner, and has fought against Clan Jade Falcon on several occasions. Today, they serve in the Chaos March trying to keep order and sanity in these fraught times.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Lindon's Battalion has served several masters over its life, including House Kurita and House Steiner, and has fought against Clan Jade Falcon on several occasions. Today, they serve in the Chaos March trying to keep order and sanity in these fraught times.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Grim Determination</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Grim Determination</span>
−
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:GrimDetermination_logo.png|130x130px|center|Grim Determination]]
 
|[[Image:GrimDetermination_logo.png|130x130px|center|Grim Determination]]
 
<u>'''Grim Determination'''</u>
 
<u>'''Grim Determination'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Grim Determination is a dedicated mercenary unit with an extensive history, dating back to the Amaris Civil War. Long employed by the Federated Suns, the unit was stationed on Sarna in 3057 during Operation Guerrero. However, when Sarna declared itself an independent state, the Sarna Supremacy, the unit was unsure how to react and instead waited for future orders. However, the Suns betrayed the unit and claimed they broke their contract. Bereft of other options, Grim Determination signed on with the Supremacy and remained in the Chaos March.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Grim Determination is a dedicated mercenary unit with an extensive history, dating back to the Amaris Civil War. Long employed by the Federated Suns, the unit was stationed on Sarna in 3057 during Operation Guerrero. However, when Sarna declared itself an independent state, the Sarna Supremacy, the unit was unsure how to react and instead waited for future orders. However, the Suns betrayed the unit and claimed they broke their contract. Bereft of other options, Grim Determination signed on with the Supremacy and remained in the Chaos March.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Solaris VII Mercenary League</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Solaris VII Mercenary League</span>
−
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:SolarisVIIMercLeague_logo.png|130x130px|center|Solaris VII Mercenary League]]
 
|[[Image:SolarisVIIMercLeague_logo.png|130x130px|center|Solaris VII Mercenary League]]
 
<u>'''Solaris VII Mercenary League'''</u>
 
<u>'''Solaris VII Mercenary League'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
The Solaris VII Mercenary League is a loose affiliation of S7 gladiators who take up mercenary work on the side. They can be found working for pretty much anyone and bring their own unique charm and unique mechs to the battlefield, including many designs that can only otherwise be seen in the arenas.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">The Solaris VII Mercenary League is a loose affiliation of S7 gladiators who take up mercenary work on the side. They can be found working for pretty much anyone and bring their own unique charm and unique mechs to the battlefield, including many designs that can only otherwise be seen in the arenas.</p>
 
</div>
 
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===Aurigan Restoration (Arano)===
 
===Aurigan Restoration (Arano)===
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Irukjandi Company</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Irukjandi Company</span>
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{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:IrukjandiCompany_logo.png|130x130px|center|Irukjandi Company]]
 
|[[Image:IrukjandiCompany_logo.png|130x130px|center|Irukjandi Company]]
 
<u>'''Irukjandi Company'''</u>
 
<u>'''Irukjandi Company'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Irukjandi Company stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Irukjandi Company stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Antian Lanciarii</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Antian Lanciarii</span>
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:AntianLanciarii_logo.png|130x130px|center|Antian Lanciarii]]
 
|[[Image:AntianLanciarii_logo.png|130x130px|center|Antian Lanciarii]]
 
<u>'''Antian Lanciarii'''</u>
 
<u>'''Antian Lanciarii'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Antian Lanciarii stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Antian Lanciarii stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Black Caravel</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Black Caravel</span>
−
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:BlackCaravel_logo.png|130x130px|center|Black Caravel]]
 
|[[Image:BlackCaravel_logo.png|130x130px|center|Black Caravel]]
 
<u>'''Black Caravel'''</u>
 
<u>'''Black Caravel'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Black Caravel stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military. The Black Caravel was also notable for working for both the Restoration and the Aurigan Directorate at times during the Restoration, leading Lady Arano to somewhat distrust the company.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Black Caravel stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military. The Black Caravel was also notable for working for both the Restoration and the Aurigan Directorate at times during the Restoration, leading Lady Arano to somewhat distrust the company.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Knights of Caerbannog</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Knights of Caerbannog</span>
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:KnightsOfCaerbannog_logo.png|130x130px|center|Knights of Caerbannog]]
 
|[[Image:KnightsOfCaerbannog_logo.png|130x130px|center|Knights of Caerbannog]]
 
<u>'''Knights of Caerbannog'''</u>
 
<u>'''Knights of Caerbannog'''</u>
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:Planetary Government
 
:Planetary Government
 
:Mercenaries
 
:Mercenaries
 +
 +
'''SPECIAL NOTE''':
 +
:This mercenary unit is non-canonical.
 
|}
 
|}
  
−
A little-known mercenary command, the Knights of Caerbannog are at the least effective in battle. Currently under contract to the Aurigan Coalition, the Knights are consummate professionals and show opponents their proper respect, even while attempting to destroy anyone who opposes them.
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">A little-known mercenary command, the Knights of Caerbannog are at the least effective in battle. Currently under contract to the Aurigan Coalition, the Knights are consummate professionals and show opponents their proper respect, even while attempting to destroy anyone who opposes them.</p>
−
 
 
−
'''Note''': This is a non-canon faction, made up for several flashpoints in BTA
 
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
 
</div>
 
</div>
 
<div style="clear: both;">
 
<div style="clear: both;">
 +
 
===Pirates===
 
===Pirates===
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Band of the Damned</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Band of the Damned</span>
−
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+
{| class="wikitable" style="clear: left; float: left; padding: 10px; background: transparent; min-width:250px;"
 
|[[Image:BandOfTheDamned_logo.png|130x130px|center|Band of the Damned]]
 
|[[Image:BandOfTheDamned_logo.png|130x130px|center|Band of the Damned]]
 
<u>'''Band of the Damned'''</u>
 
<u>'''Band of the Damned'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Under Vance Rezak, the Band of the Damned has been raiding and pillaging the Draconis Combine for years. Vance Rezak was once a member of the DCMS who was abandoned by his commanders and left to die. In proper samurai fashion, Rezak has taken over the Band of the Damned he was sent to destroy and is using them to enact his vendetta against his former masters.
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<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Under Vance Rezak, the Band of the Damned has been raiding and pillaging the Draconis Combine for years. Vance Rezak was once a member of the DCMS who was abandoned by his commanders and left to die. In proper samurai fashion, Rezak has taken over the Band of the Damned he was sent to destroy and is using them to enact his vendetta against his former masters.</p>
 
</div>
 
</div>
  
−
<div style="display: block; clear: both;">
+
<div style="display: block; clear: both; max-width: 900px; margin-left: 20px;">
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Death's Consorts</span>
 
<span style="font-size: 1em;font-weight: bold;">Death's Consorts</span>
−
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+
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|[[Image:DeathsConsorts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Death's Consorts]]
 
|[[Image:DeathsConsorts_logo.png|130x130px|center|Death's Consorts]]
 
<u>'''Death's Consorts'''</u>
 
<u>'''Death's Consorts'''</u>
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|}
 
|}
  
−
Lady Death is among the most famous people in the Inner Sphere, much less famous pirates. Her personal band, the Death's Consorts, is fanatically loyal to their mistress and will go to any length to secure her goals. Woe betide any who cross her path!
+
<p style="padding: 15px 0 0 10px; float: left; max-width: 630px">Lady Death is among the most famous people in the Inner Sphere, much less famous pirates. Her personal band, the Death's Consorts, is fanatically loyal to their mistress and will go to any length to secure her goals. Woe betide any who cross her path!</p>
 
</div>
 
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Latest revision as of 23:08, 22 April 2024

Mercenary Factions For SPAM

Thanks to the SPAM sub-mod for BTA (please read its entry in the FAQ for details about the sub-mod and what it does), BTA has now added a large volume of mercenary commands and pirate bands as eligible sub-factions for players to encounter during gameplay. For the curious, a list of the mercenary commands is below so you can know where you can fight any given mercenary or pirate group. Also, if a mercenary command has anything special about it, it will be specifically noted on their entry on the list. The list will be organized by "parent" faction (i.e. the faction that the listed mercs work for, so a mercenary unit listed under the Capellan Confederation heading can be found as a SPAM replacement on missions against the Capellan Confederation). Unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions also work for Local Government and the "generic" Mercenaries faction currently found in BTA. Finally, unless otherwise noted, *all* of these factions are true and canon BattleTech mercenary and pirate units, all of which have backgrounds that can be found on Sarna for your reading pleasure.

Word of Blake

Broadsword Legion

Broadsword Legion

Broadsword Legion

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Broadsword Legion is a recently created mercenary unit composed of ex-ComGuard officers and soldiers who chose to resign rather than serve under Victor Steiner-Davion upon his nomination as Precentor Martial of ComStar. Most of the Broadsword Legion's members were formally of the ComGuard's 166th Division and fought against Clan Wolf during the Battle of Tukayyid, giving them a keen insight into the Clan threat.

Burr's Black Cobras

Burr's Black Cobras

Burr's Black Cobras

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Burr's Black Cobras have a long and checkered history, starting as Baldwin's Cobras Heavy Brigade, changing to the Crater Cobras, and then finally to Burr's Black Cobras under Colonel Burr. After being effectively betrayed by the Free Worlds League in 3061, the Black Cobras have found paying work with the Word of Blake, who respect the unit's long and difficult history.

51st Dark Panzer Jaegers

51st Dark Panzer Jaegers

51st Dark Panzer Jaegers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The 51st Dark Panzer Jaegers are a fairly recently assembled mercenary command, formed by an aristocrat with a distaste for Melissa Steiner-Davion and the politics that surrounded her. Recently hired by the Word of Blake, the Jaegers have been running support operations for the Blakists as of late.

Fist Of Mokal

Fist Of Mokal

Fist Of Mokal

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Forged from soldiers cast adrift by the whims of the Clan Invasion, the Fist of Mokal was discarded by their prior employer after some rather bad decisions by the unit vis a vis civilians. With no one to turn to, the Fist was eventually hired by the Word of Blake.

Hsien Hotheads

Hsien Hotheads

Hsien Hotheads

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Originally founded in the wake of the Amaris Civil War, the Hsien Hotheads eventually were trapped in a dead-end contract to the Lyran Commonwealth when, inexplicably, they managed to buy out their contract. The Hotheads then disappeared for 8 years before resurfacing in 3061 under contract to the Word of Blake.

Simonson's Cutthroats

Simonson's Cutthroats

Simonson's Cutthroats

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 2

Factions
Word of Blake
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

A command with a troubled past, Simonson's Cutthroats has only recently reappeared. In 3055, after a distastrous engagement with a pirate force, the Cutthroats vanished into the Deep Periphery, presumably never to be seen again. However, in 3061 the Cutthroats reappeared in the Chaos March and signed a contract with the Word of Blake.

Capellan Confederation (Liao)

Always Faithful

Always Faithful

Always Faithful

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Capellan Confederation (Liao)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Always Faithful was formed by a group of ex-SLDF and ex-Rim Worlds regular troops in the wake of the Amaris Civil War and has been in service to many of the Great Houses ever since. The regiment's reputation may not be sterling but they're known for getting the job done and done well.

Langendorf Lancers

Langendorf Lancers

Langendorf Lancers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Capellan Confederation (Liao)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Langendorf Lancers were formed by merchant cartels on the planet of Calloway VI for mutual defense, but were eventually transferred to the Free Worlds League as a traditional mercenary command when they proved too troublesome for the merchants to handle. However, in 3058 the Capellan Confederation bought out their contract and so the Lancers changed affiliation.

Lethal Injection

Lethal Injection

Lethal Injection

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 3

Factions
Capellan Confederation (Liao)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Lethal Injection started life as a tax write-off, not a real command with something to prove. Thus far, they've seen minimal real action, mostly warding off bandits and small-scale skirmishes and training exercises.

Olson's Rangers

Olson's Rangers

Olson's Rangers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 3

Factions
Capellan Confederation (Liao)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Olson's Rangers is a relatively small command, often tasked with reconnaissance efforts in support of larger military forces However, the Rangers are more than capable in a stand-up fight, as several other units have discovered.

Federated Suns (Davion)

The Arcadians

The Arcadians

The Arcadians

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Arcadians were formed in the wake of the War of 3039 from officers that cashed out their pensions and took with them enough fellow officers and NCOs to fill a full regiment. They hit the ground running with several garrison contracts and developed a good name in the hiring halls, leading to work with the AFFS.

Blue Star Irregulars

Blue Star Irregulars

Blue Star Irregulars

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Blue Star of Kerensky was a medal given to 37 members of the SLDF in the wake of the Amaris Civil War. When Kerensky issued his call for the Exodus, every recipient of the Blue Star stayed behind. Together, they formed a mercenary command, the Blue Star Irregulars, and chose the most noble of available masters to serve, House Davion, whom they have served for nearly 300 years since.

12th Vegan Rangers

12th Vegan Rangers

12th Vegan Rangers

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 3

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The 12th Vegan Rangers hail from the Duchy of Verde, where they were formed during the Second Succession War rather than be absorbed into the AFFS. They have served the Federated Suns and the Lyran Commonwealth with distinction for centuries.

Dioscuri

Dioscuri

Dioscuri

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Dioscuri, once a powerful and proud mercenary command, was broken by the Clan Invasion where they suffered heavy losses against the Clans. However, they found a friend in the Federated Commonwealth and have been stationed in the Lyran Commonwealth to repair and rearm.

Federated Freemen

Federated Freemen

Federated Freemen

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)

Some mercenary units move around between employers. Some don't though. One such unit is the Federated Freemen, who have served the Federated Suns since their founding and show no signs of stopping anytime soon.

Harlock's Warriors

Harlock's Warriors

Harlock's Warriors

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Harlock's Warriors was formed when House Kurita dropped a company of criminals hopped up on combat drugs in sub-standard 'Mechs onto Kobe in 2825 to harass the Lyrans there. Led by Sven Harlock, the criminals quickly realized they were sent to die and made a pact with some local bandits to escape and seek better fortunes elsewhere, turning into a respectable mercenary command in the decades since.

Screaming Eagles

Screaming Eagles

Screaming Eagles

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Screaming Eagles have been dogged by controversy and bad luck for years now. Originally founded by SLDF members in the wake of the Star League's fall and finding themselves in service to the Davions for centuries, the Screaming Eagles left Davion service only to be betrayed and have their reputation crippled by their new employer's duplicity. Today, they're back in Davion service as the only House willing to work with them again.

Smithson's Chinese Bandits

Smithson's Chinese Bandits

Smithson's Chinese Bandits

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Once a pillar of the mercenary community, Smithson's Chinese Bandits has been reduced in strength heavily due to some bad engagements in the early days of the FedCom Civil War. Today, the Bandits are weakened and a shadow of their former strength, but even that can be considerable if not respected.

Vanguard Legion

Vanguard Legion

Vanguard Legion

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Federated Suns (Davion)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The founder of the Vanguard Legion blamed the Lyran Commonwealth for forsaking his original unit during the Clan Invasion, leading to their destruction, and so his new Vanguard Legion developed a bitter hate of the Lyran state. After an extended contract into the Deep Periphery looking for the Clan Homeworlds, the Legion built to a full regiment in 3061 and signed on with the Federated Suns.

Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)

Avanti's Angels

Avanti's Angels

Avanti's Angels

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Avanti's Angels was formed post-Clan Invasion as a sacrifical force to buy time for other forces to escape the Clan juggernaut. Their nothing-to-lose attitude carried them through campaigns in the Chaos March, the Periphery, and even a stint with the Second Star League against Clan Smoke Jaguar.

Kell Hounds

Kell Hounds

Kell Hounds

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 13

Factions
Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of the most legendary mercenary companies in the Inner Sphere, the Kell Hounds were founded in 3010 by Morgan and Patrick Kell. The Kell Hounds quickly rose to prominence in the Successor States through a combination of tactical acumen, strategic brilliance, and superior technical aptitude. They continued to grow and prosper until 3016, with a climactic duel between Morgan Kell and Yorinaga Kurita of the Draconis Combine's Second Sword of Light. The fight ended in a draw after an improbable series of events prevented Kurita from targeting Kell's 'Mech. Shortly thereafter, Morgan Kell abruptly disbanded two-thirds of the Kell Hounds and consigned himself to a life of exile in a relgious retreat on Zaniah for a time. Currently, the Kell Hounds are managed by Morgan once again and serve as the wardens of the Arc-Royal Defense Cordon against the Jade Falcons.

Note: the Kell Hounds have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech, be warned!

Knights Of St. Cameron

Knights Of St. Cameron

Knights Of St. Cameron

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Once a laughingstock of the mercenary circuit, the Knights Of St. Cameron have been reborn in the last 10 years. Thought destroyed by Clan Wolf, the Knights returned from corners unknown with heavily laden DropShips and took up their traditional call for MechWarriors descended from the original SLDF to join them. Now, the Knights are a highly skilled and dedicated combat force, not to be trifled with.

Mobile Fire

Mobile Fire

Mobile Fire

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 5

Factions
Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Mobile Fire mercenary command is a staunch supporter of House Steiner and has pledged their support to the Lyran throne and has received much support in turn from Katherine Steiner-Davion in reward for their loyalty.

Snord's Irregulars

Snord's Irregulars

Snord's Irregulars

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Lyran Commonwealth (Steiner)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

A famous unit, Snord's Irregulars are known as much for their eccentricity as for their combat prowess. The Irregulars are known to go out of their way to collect seemingly random knick-knacks and trinkets and are notorious for their XO, Rhonda Snord, and her heavy metal blasting Highlander.

Draconis Combine (Kurita)

Camacho's Caballeros

Camacho's Caballeros

Camacho's Caballeros

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Draconis Combine (Kurita)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Formed from ex-FWLM soldiers, Camacho's Caballeros have had a rough go of it until recently, when they scored some choice work from Tanadi Computers that eventually led to work with the Draconis Combine through Tanadi's CEO, Chandrasekhar Kurita.

Greenburg's Godzillas

Greenburg's Godzillas

Greenburg's Godzillas

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Draconis Combine (Kurita)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of the weirdest mercenary units in existence, Greenburg's Godzillas started life as a holovid documentary show led by Mordon Greenburg. However, after the show's cancellation, the mercenary unit endured and found new life as a legitimate combat command.

Narhal's Raiders

Narhal's Raiders

Narhal's Raiders

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Draconis Combine (Kurita)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

After Katherine Steiner-Davion took the throne of the Lyran Commonwealth, many mercenaries under contract to that realm were displeased. One such unit is Narhal's Raiders, who escaped their contract and instead chose to support the Draconis Combine as garrison units for Operation Bulldog. After that conflict, the Raiders remained under contract to the Combine.

Northwind Highlanders

Northwind Highlanders

Northwind Highlanders

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Planets
Northwind
Factions
Draconis Combine (Kurita)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Among the most storied mercenary units in existence, the Northwind Highlanders are a multi-battalion command with an ancient history. Currently, the Highlanders are under contract to the Draconis Combine.

Wolf's Dragoons

Wolf's Dragoons

Wolf's Dragoons

Personality: WOLFSDRAGOONS

MRB Rating: 13

Factions
Draconis Combine (Kurita)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Wolf's Dragoons are among the most famous mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, with a history dating back to the Clan Homeworlds. The Dragoons have seen good and bad times over the decades but today enjoy an excellent reputation and their own homeworld of Outreach, also called the Mercenary's Star.

Note: the Dragoons have a unique spawn list that includes Clantech as well as numerous unique variants and units that cannot be found elsewhere

Free Worlds League (Marik)

Barrett's Fusiliers

Barrett's Fusiliers

Barrett's Fusiliers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Free Worlds League (Marik)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Barrett's Fusiliers is a long-standing mercenary command with a solid reputation. Though they excel at nothing they are noted as being reliable and effective, with an extended history of service to several Great Houses.

The Blackhearts

The Blackhearts

The Blackhearts

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
Free Worlds League (Marik)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Blackhearts are a bit of a mystery. Their origins remained mysterious for decades until 3028 when it was revealed that The Blackhearts started out as a Star League Special Armed Services battalion. They narrowly avoided being cashiered after this revelation and have been rebuilding their reputation since.

The Krushers

The Krushers

The Krushers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
Free Worlds League (Marik)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Krushers are a storied force with a long history under the FWL's auspices. However, they've recently taken up employment with the FWL's ostensible allies in the Lyran Commonwealth.

Romanov's Crusaders

Romanov's Crusaders

Romanov's Crusaders

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
Free Worlds League (Marik)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Formed by Thomas Marik in 3055 from MechWarriors from outside the Free Worlds League who were denied entry to the Knights of the Inner Sphere, Romanov's Crusaders has developed into a multicultural and distinctive unit.

Taurian Concordat

Bannockburn's Bandits

Bannockburn's Bandits

Bannockburn's Bandits

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Taurian Concordat
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Bannockburn's Bandits is one of the most senior mercenary commands in the Periphery and has served the Taurian Concordat longer than many other regional commands have existed. The Bandits prize loyalty above almost anything else and are notable for their extended service to the Concordat.

Clean Kill

Clean Kill

Clean Kill

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 1

Factions
Taurian Concordat
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Clean Kill battalion is one of the many also-ran mercenary commands in existence. Seemingly always passed over for choice contracts and for popularity, the Clean Kill has served the Taurian Concordat ably but unimpressively.

Lone Star Regiment

Lone Star Regiment

Lone Star Regiment

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Taurian Concordat
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Lone Star Regiment is a mercenary command with an extended history, running all the way back to 2825 when they were formed by former Star League Defense Force and Rim Worlds Republic military personnel left behind in the chaos of the First Succession War. The Lone Star Regiment excels in defensive engagements.

Longwood's Bluecoats

Longwood's Bluecoats

Longwood's Bluecoats

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Taurian Concordat
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

For most mercs, the Periphery is the end of the road. For Longwood's Bluecoats however, the Taurian Concordat has been a boon and an excellent employer where the Bluecoats have prospered thanks to clever maneuvering between the Federated Suns and the Taurian Concordat.

Magistracy of Canopus

Caesar's Cohorts

Caesar's Cohorts

Caesar's Cohorts

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Originally descended from a Marian Hegemony unit that refused that realm's piratical way of life, Caesar's Cohorts attempted to serve several Great Houses only to be abused badly by their employers. Failing to make it in the Inner Sphere, they turned to greener pastures in the Periphery where they found steady, reliable, employment with the Magistracy of Canopus.

Canopian Highlanders

Canopian Highlanders

Canopian Highlanders

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 13

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Canopian Highlanders are one of the premier mercenary units in the Periphery and have an extended history of service to the Magistracy of Canopus, though they did serve a brief stint with the Federated Commonwealth that ended badly when the FedCom refused to deliver on several promises leading to bitter resentment from the Highlanders.

Dismal Disinherited

Dismal Disinherited

Dismal Disinherited

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

When conversation turns to the most storied mercenary commands in the Inner Sphere, few ever mention the Dismal Disinherited, despite them having one of the longest histories among merc commands, starting in the early Succession Wars and continuing with distinction ever since.

Dragonslayers

Dragonslayers

Dragonslayers

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Dragonslayers are defined by one thing: hatred of House Kurita. After being betrayed by their employers and being found guilty of a contract breach by the MRBC, the Dragonslayers set out for the Periphery in search of greener pastures.

Harcourt's Destructors

Harcourt's Destructors

Harcourt's Destructors

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 3

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Harcourt's Destructors are a long-standing unit that has served the Magistracy of Canopus since 3003. Recently deployed on the spinward edge of the Magistracy, the Destructors are helping train a local Magistracy unit there in combat tactics.

Ramilie's Raiders

Ramilie's Raiders

Ramilie's Raiders

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 1

Factions
Magistracy of Canopus
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Ramilie's Raiders is a long-standing command that has served the Magistracy of Canopus with distinction. However, there are rumblings that the unit (long considered virtually a Canopian house unit) may be making moves to leave the Magistracy.

Outworld Alliance

Thermo Police

Thermo Police

Thermo Police

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Outworld Alliance
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Thermo Police were formed in the wake of the Star League's collapse in the Outworlds Wastes in order to bring order and peace to the collapsing region. Since then, they have served the Outworlds Alliance honorably and remain a respected and honored unit even today.

Marian Hegemony

Bronson's Horde

Bronson's Horde

Bronson's Horde

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Marian Hegemony
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Bronson's Horde began after its commander, William Bronson, was ejected from the Eridani Light Horse for losing touch with the ELH's proud traditions. Bronson carried a vendetta against the ELH ever since, one he passed to his son and that poisoned the unit into making a surprise attack against the ELH, costing them much of their manpower and reputation. Effectively exiled to the Periphery, Bronson's Horde is a shadow of what it once was and still bears a terrible grudge against the Light Horse.

Circinus Federation

Bullard's Armored Cavalry

Bullard's Armored Cavalry

Bullard's Armored Cavalry

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 2

Factions
Circinus Federation
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Bullard's Armored Cavalry has developed a well-earned reputation for thuggery and greed and ruined their own reputation in greedy strikes against House Davion over the years. After a brief internal civil war, the Cavalry was nearly shattered until they found paying work with the Circinus Federation, where they remain today.

Quint's Olympian Groundpounders

Quint's Olympian Groundpounders

Quint's Olympian Groundpounders

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Circinus Federation
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Quint's Olympian Groundpounders has served many masters since its days as Quint's Quartet and has always been noted to serve with impeccable professionalism. After drifting between several Periphery states, they seem to have settled in the Circinus Federation for the time being.

Gray's Ghosts

Gray's Ghosts

Gray's Ghosts

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 1

Factions
Circinus Federation
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Gray's Ghosts are a mercenary unit with a well-deserved dark reputation. The Ghosts are notorious for their escapades, involving sexual violence on civilians, drug abuse issues, and war crimes, to the point that some consider the Ghosts to be mere bandits masquerading as mercenaries. However, the Ghosts are known to be very successful at crowd control and counterinsurgency operations, ensuring they have steady employment.

Free Rasalhague Republic

The Black Outlaws

The Black Outlaws

The Black Outlaws

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
Free Rasalhague Republic
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Black Outlaws started life as just The Outlaws, a Federated Suns battalion who mutinied and abandoned their post in 3039. Eventually, after heavy conflict with Clan Wolf on Memmingen, they merged with the remnants of the Black Omen mercenary command to form the Black Outlaws.

ComStar

21st Centauri Lancers

21st Centauri Lancers

21st Centauri Lancers

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 13

Factions
ComStar
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The 21st Centauri Lancers have an extended history of honesty and integrity which was shattered due to duplicity by the Word of Blake in 3057. With their name in tatters, the Lancers are struggling to rebuild their reputation among the hiring halls of the Inner Sphere.

St. Ives Compact

Rubinsky's Light Horse

Rubinsky's Light Horse

Rubinsky's Light Horse

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 12

Factions
St. Ives Compact
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Rubinsky's Light Horse, the sister force of Khorsakhov's Cossacks, is joined with that unit by their similar fighting styles and common hatred of House Liao. Together, the two mercenary commands have served the St. Ives Compact with distinction for over 25 years.

Khorsakov's Cossacks

Khorsakov's Cossacks

Khorsakov's Cossacks

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 9

Factions
St. Ives Compact
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Khorsakov's Cossacks is famous for one thing and one thing only: their utter hatred of House Liao. The Cossacks despise House Liao and will work against them at any opportunity, even signing up with the St. Ives Compact alongside their sister unit, Rubinsky's Light Horse, in order to serve against the Capellans.

Other Merc Commands

Eridani Light Horse

Eridani Light Horse

Eridani Light Horse

Personality: ULTRA-PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 13

Planets
Taga
St. Loris
St. Ives
Sarna
Necromo
Nashuar
Milos
Denbar
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of the most famous and successful mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, the Eridani Light Horse have a history as long as their list of victories. However, in 3058, the Eridani Light Horse decided to join the Second Star League at its formation as the ELH originated with the original Star League. However, they assist the Second Star League in its efforts and even maintain territory in the Clan Homeworlds.

Winfield's Regiment

Winfield's Regiment

Winfield's Regiment

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Planets
New Canton
Saiph
Tall Trees
Elgin
Hsien
Hall
Capolla
Terra Firma
Liberty
Epsilon Indi
Sheratan
Fletcher
Ingress
Northwind
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Originally an AFFC command that was shattered by the Jade Falcons, Winfield's Regiment has been resurrected. After an ill-advised strike into Falcon territory looking for captured members of the original regiment, Winfield's Regiment has moved on to the Chaos March to find meaningful work.

Tooth of Ymir

Tooth of Ymir

Tooth of Ymir

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Planets
New Canton
Saiph
Tall Trees
Elgin
Hsien
Hall
Capolla
Terra Firma
Liberty
Epsilon Indi
Sheratan
Fletcher
Ingress
Northwind
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Formed by a Steiner Hauptmann who blamed LCAF incompetence on his unit's destruction, the Tooth of Ymir made its way to the Chaos March for work in the late 3050s, where it remains today.

Jacob's Juggernauts

Jacob's Juggernauts

Jacob's Juggernauts

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Planets
New Canton
Saiph
Tall Trees
Elgin
Hsien
Hall
Capolla
Terra Firma
Liberty
Epsilon Indi
Sheratan
Fletcher
Ingress
Northwind
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Founded by a small group of ex-Solaris 7 MechWarriors, Jacob's Juggernauts has been subsisting on mediocre contracts in the Chaos March ever since their founding. Rumors swirly as the Juggernaut's fate and if they can survive the tides of war as the region falls further into chaos.

Lindon's Battalion

Lindon's Battalion

Lindon's Battalion

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Planets
New Canton
Saiph
Tall Trees
Elgin
Hsien
Hall
Capolla
Terra Firma
Liberty
Epsilon Indi
Sheratan
Fletcher
Ingress
Northwind
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Lindon's Battalion has served several masters over its life, including House Kurita and House Steiner, and has fought against Clan Jade Falcon on several occasions. Today, they serve in the Chaos March trying to keep order and sanity in these fraught times.

Grim Determination

Grim Determination

Grim Determination

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 6

Planets
Sarna
Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

Grim Determination is a dedicated mercenary unit with an extensive history, dating back to the Amaris Civil War. Long employed by the Federated Suns, the unit was stationed on Sarna in 3057 during Operation Guerrero. However, when Sarna declared itself an independent state, the Sarna Supremacy, the unit was unsure how to react and instead waited for future orders. However, the Suns betrayed the unit and claimed they broke their contract. Bereft of other options, Grim Determination signed on with the Supremacy and remained in the Chaos March.

Solaris VII Mercenary League

Solaris VII Mercenary League

Solaris VII Mercenary League

Personality: SOLARISVII

MRB Rating: 10

Factions
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

The Solaris VII Mercenary League is a loose affiliation of S7 gladiators who take up mercenary work on the side. They can be found working for pretty much anyone and bring their own unique charm and unique mechs to the battlefield, including many designs that can only otherwise be seen in the arenas.

Aurigan Restoration (Arano)

Irukjandi Company

Irukjandi Company

Irukjandi Company

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 5

Factions
Aurigan Restoration (Arano)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Irukjandi Company stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.

Antian Lanciarii

Antian Lanciarii

Antian Lanciarii

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 6

Factions
Aurigan Restoration (Arano)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Antian Lanciarii stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military.

Black Caravel

Black Caravel

Black Caravel

Personality: PERIPHERY

MRB Rating: 4

Factions
Aurigan Restoration (Arano)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

One of several minor mercenary commands that served Lady Kamea Arano during the Aurigan Restoration campaign, the Black Caravel stayed in the Aurigan Reach afterwards to supplement the Aurigan military. The Black Caravel was also notable for working for both the Restoration and the Aurigan Directorate at times during the Restoration, leading Lady Arano to somewhat distrust the company.

Knights of Caerbannog

Knights of Caerbannog

Knights of Caerbannog

Personality: PROFESSIONAL

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Aurigan Restoration (Arano)
Planetary Government
Mercenaries

SPECIAL NOTE:

This mercenary unit is non-canonical.

A little-known mercenary command, the Knights of Caerbannog are at the least effective in battle. Currently under contract to the Aurigan Coalition, the Knights are consummate professionals and show opponents their proper respect, even while attempting to destroy anyone who opposes them.

Pirates

Band of the Damned

Band of the Damned

Band of the Damned

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Pirates

Under Vance Rezak, the Band of the Damned has been raiding and pillaging the Draconis Combine for years. Vance Rezak was once a member of the DCMS who was abandoned by his commanders and left to die. In proper samurai fashion, Rezak has taken over the Band of the Damned he was sent to destroy and is using them to enact his vendetta against his former masters.

Death's Consorts

Death's Consorts

Death's Consorts

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 8

Factions
Pirates
Tortuga Dominions

Lady Death is among the most famous people in the Inner Sphere, much less famous pirates. Her personal band, the Death's Consorts, is fanatically loyal to their mistress and will go to any length to secure her goals. Woe betide any who cross her path!

Morrison's Extractors

Morrison's Extractors

Morrison's Extractors

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 5

Factions
Pirates

Led by 'King' Hopper Morrison, Morrison's Extractors is a regimental-sized pirate band with roots in the Circinus Federation. After discovering a Star League cache, Morrison took his Circinian unit and went rogue, striking out on his own. Even after a distrastrous clash with Able's Aces, the Extractors are still powerful and dangerous opponents.

New Belt Pirates

New Belt Pirates

New Belt Pirates

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 3

Factions
Pirates

The New Belt Pirates have done what very few forces can say: they've become a sizeable thorn in the side of the Clans, despite their status as mere pirates. Led by One-Eye Morgraine-Ryan and Morgan Fletcher II, the New Belt Pirates have struck from their hidden base of Star's End many times against the local Clan authorities, with surprising success.

Tortuga Fusiliers

Tortuga Fusiliers

Tortuga Fusiliers

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 7

Factions
Pirates
Tortuga Dominions

Betrayed by the Federated Commonwealth and sent to die against the Clan juggernaut, Fuchida's Fusiliers abandoned their post and became renegades. Upon arriving in the Tortuga Dominions, the Fusiliers decided to set up shop and changed their name accordingly. Now, the Tortuga Fusiliers defend their adopted lands against all comers while performing raids as necessary for supplies and manpower.

Shen-Se Tian

Shen-Se Tian

Shen-Se Tian

Personality: PIRATE

MRB Rating: 2

Factions
Pirates

Shen-Se Tian, which translates to 'dark days', is composed of those left without any other choices in the Capellan-St. Ives conflict. Some were left homeless, others were abandoned on the battlefield, and all have turned to piracy as their only resort. Together they've found common cause and have been spotted causing trouble throughout the region.

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