Approved NPC Chiss Commandos

[Matt the Radar Tech]

CHISS COMMANDOS​

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OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To create the elite Commando unit for the Chiss Ascendancy navy, under direct command of the Defense Hierarchy (of the CEDF)
• Image Credit: artstation.com
• Role: The Chiss Commandos serve as the elite black ops unit for the Chiss Expansionary Defense Fleet
• Links: Chiss Commandos, Fractal-Pattern Armor

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Unit Name: Chiss Commandos
• Affiliation: Defense Hierarchy (of the Chiss Expansionary Defense Fleet)
• Classification: Special Task Force, Black Ops
• Equipment: Chiss Commando Armor, Fractal-Pattern Coating, CEDF Infantry-based weaponry & small-scale transport resources

COMBAT INFORMATION

• Availability: Rare
• Deployment: Minor
• Strengths & Weaknesses:

[+] Highly Trained: Every Chiss Commando is a highly trained operative, who has received extensive specialized skills in a variety of situational conditions and weaponry use, and are also able to acquire new ones to further their knowledge and capabilities on the battlefield.
[+] Black Ops: The Chiss Commandos are most effective when operating under black ops conditions; namely using unconventional warfare.
[+] Adaptable: Every member of the Chiss Commandos has displayed the uncommon trait of being able to adapt easily to new information or situations, and to utilize it fully, unlike most Chiss who require already known data/information to form conclusions.

[+/-] Loyal: The Chiss Commandos are loyal to the Defense Hierarchy, the CEDF and the Chiss people. They would never consider betrayal as an option, due to their intense training and proselytism to the Chiss Ascendancy and its welfare. Because of this, all Chiss Commandos are willing to die, if captured or otherwise unable to escape, in order to protect secrets and information they hold concerning the Chiss Ascendancy, its military and its people.

[-] Unconventional: The Chiss Commandos are trained in unconventional warfare, which results in their inability to operate within the larger naval marine forces; this means no Chiss Commandos will be directly involved in large-scale battles alongside common divisions, but will instead be regulated to specialized tasks as a small unit.
[-] Tactical Retreat: The Chiss Commandos are an infantry unit, as such they do not utilize heavier armaments or vehicles that other military groups may have for support; this results in the Commandos typically having to avoid confrontation when opposition fields more than they can handle with weapons on hand, and can mean loss of attacks of opportunity or ambush scenarios.
[-] Training Time: Despite starting at a young age, each Chiss Commando is subjected to a longer training period than most soldiers, and this can result in large fluctuations of operator numbers, depending on losses in the field.
[-] Recruitment Issues: The requirement of adaptable Chiss is a steep one, with individuals displaying that kind of mentality being low; this results in each Commando member being very important, and the pool for recruitment being restricted. This makes every Chiss Commando member vital and any losses heavy.

• Description: The Chiss Commandos are a specialized group that operate under special task or black ops conditions. With a combination of advanced training, advanced resources, and a versatility to operating in numerous situations, they are are force to be reckoned with. Typically operating under direct command of the Defense Hierarchy, each Commando has undergone extensive training for a significant portion of their young adulthood, resulting in highly trained and capable operatives.

Within the CEDF, the Chiss Commandos fall primarily under the Naval operations military, and serve a role within the Chiss Ascendancy that includes:

- Unconventional Warfare
- Foreign Internal Defense
- Special Reconnaissance
- Counterterrorism
- Direct Action

Every Chiss Commando must show the rare capability to adapt to new situations, without preexisting data or information; this trait makes a Commando invaluable on the field, as they can easily adjust tactics or respond to unexpected situations immediately. The following is a breakdown of age ranges and training taught for any Chiss becoming a Commando:

Recruitment

At the ages of seven to ten (7-10), each Chiss tested that shows aptitude for adaptability is considered for Commando appointment. Several additional tests are conducted by Commando Officers, to determine if a potential recruit has the traits required for such an intense military service. Willpower, determination, strength of mind and body, and a loyalty to the Chiss are the most basic requirements; any and all other skills, natural or learned, are considered more favorably to being selected.

Commando Training

Between the ages of ten to fifteen (10-15), the Commandos undergo the hardest training regimen in the CEDF repertoire. Boot camp is completed alongside Marine recruits, to ensure a basic understanding of methodology and operations, however unlike the Marines, each Commando continues training extensively for no less than three years. For those designated for leadership roles in the Commandos, advanced training continues for an additional two years. Some of the training notably includes:

- Commando Advanced Combat
- Combat Casualty Care
- Advanced Weapons Control Course
- Commando Armor And Utilities Training
- Jump, Dive And Space Movement Techniques
- Advanced Special Operations Techniques
- Advanced Language Training
- Multi-Situational Mobility (space, high/low gravity, etc)
- Commando Hostile Terrain Preparation
- Commando Tactical Boarding Infiltration (land, space, etc)
- Special Operations Techniques
- Advanced Technical Surveillance
- Advanced Analytics and Intelligence Ops
- Commando Mission Network Development And Application
- Advanced Unconventional Warfare Operational Training
- Advanced Reconnaissance And Target Analysis
- Advanced Enemy Exploitation Techniques

Additionally, Chiss Commandos undergo a consistent application of strong conditioning, proselytism and education, aimed at ensuring complete loyalty to the Chiss, the Ascendancy, CEDF leadership and the Commandos. Through a continued bond carefully crafted and maintained, each Commando is almost literally bred to excel in training, belief and dedication to their service of the Chiss people and its interests.

Also during this time, contact with family, loved ones or outside sources is kept to a controlled minimum; enough to remind Commandos-in-training of who they are fighting for, but not enough to influence feelings of longing or homesickness. Commandos that excel are likewise rewarded with status among other trainees, however all material or personal possessions are carefully balanced and controlled, to avoid envy or discord within groups.

Dependent on Commando-in-training age, training level, and preparedness, they are presented for graduation.

Graduation

Around the age of fifteen to sixteen (15-16) is the usual point of Chiss Commando graduation. Once graduated, the Commando is assigned to the elite group, given appropriate equipment and rank privileges, and immediately begins taking part in special ops and black ops military operations, either in small or large Commando units.

Reaching this point in a career is considered especially prestigious and earns a House a significant status increase. Commandos are also allowed to return to personal homes, families or loved ones; or are also permitted to remain on base, utilizing adequate and comfortable personal living quarters supplied by the CEDF...

 

[Arekk]

Under review.

[member="Thorne"]

 

[Arekk]

Equipment: CEDF Weaponry & Resources

If there's an armory available, could you please hyperlink this here? If not, just specify what kind of weapons and resources are available.

[member="Thorne"]

 

[Matt the Radar Tech]

[member="Arekk"]

I adjusted to add some more clarification. If you need even more specific, I might not be able to do that just yet, as the CA are still working through subs and sorting out baseline items for the faction.

The notion is the Commandos can pick and choose weaponry available for a task/mission, and if they aren't being transported directly by CEDF vessels, they can use troop transport sized vehicles (or smaller). So this means no Star Destroyers or AT-AT walkers for the Commandos (for example). They're meant to be small, discreet and surgical in operation - the Marines will handle the shock and awe.

 

[Arekk]

[member="Thorne"]

This seems reasonably enough and you will be able to make modifications to your submission, if you wish, to add the equipment once they're subbed in their entirety.

Approved, pending secondary.

 

[Zeradias Mant]

[member="Thorne"]

Please add another weakness that can be exploited in a PvP scenario.

 

[Matt the Radar Tech]

[member="Thorne"]

Please add another weakness that can be exploited in a PvP scenario.

Added:

[-] Tactical Retreat: The Chiss Commandos are an infantry unit, as such they do not utilize heavier armaments or vehicles that other military groups may have for support; this results in the Commandos typically having to avoid confrontation when opposition fields more than they can handle with weapons on hand, and can mean loss of attacks of opportunity or ambush scenarios.

Is this suitable?

 

[Zeradias Mant]

Approved.