Paladin Squadron

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Paladin Squadron
Unit Information
Active:	36 ABY - present
Allegiance:	House Odan-Urr
Branch:	Tythonian Space Militia
Role:	Aerospace Superiority Air Support Escort
Size:	12 ships + Crew, Astromech Droids and Support Staff
Garrison:	New Tython
Motto:	"Flying to Victory"
Colors:	Blue, Red and Gold
Mascot:	The Paladin
Equipment:	12 T-65 X-Wings
Commander(s)
Commanders:	Militia Captain Seridan Brehevik
Notable commanders:	Guinevere Deschain Revak Kur
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The Paladin Squadron is the X-Wing squadron aboard the Feyl’ya’s Last Stand. It is an active asset of Odan-Urr, and has been involved in conflicts like the retaking of New Tython and in skirmishes during the Eleventh Great Jedi War

Origin

The Paladin Squadron was first gathered in 36 ABY, pertaining to be one of the first squadrons to be assigned to the Star Destroyer: Fey'lya's Last Stand. Originally, the Paladin Squadron was a group of driven individuals in one of the cantinas in Menat Ombo. Each of the leaders, Miko Vest, Arrik Vanis and Bic Corr, were there, among others. To start with, it was not much more than a small New Tython fan club. They would meet every week and discuss various topics about the planet. Topics could include politics, economy, security and even galactic unrest. However, when things heated up with House Odan Urr and the Brotherhood, this group decided that their time would be best spent contributing. They gathered their ships and exchanged them for 12 X-Wings, which were renowned for their dexterity, agility, variable velocity and weapons. This group, which had picked the valiant yet stealthy Paladin as their mascot, fought well . They were assigned as the only X-wing squadron aboard the new Nebula-class Star Destroyer. Their future is hazy, but their commitment is second to none and their skills improve every day. Their new Captain, Seridan Brehevik, is surprised by their skill and decorations. He awaits their next move and relies on them as the constant in the inconstant future.

A T-65 X-Wing Starfighter.

Equipment

The Paladin Squadron is a quick-fire response squadron which uses T-65 X-Wing Starfighters. These starfighters are maneuverable and have impressive velocity and weapons systems.

The outer shell of each starfighter is composed of a titanium alloy. The propulsion is by four Incom 4L4 fusial thrust engines. Hyperdrive is one Incom GBk-585 hyperdrive unit - Class 1. Armament consists of four Taim & Bak KX9 laser cannons and two Krupx MG7 proton torpedo launchers.

Command Structure

The Paladin Squadron is split into three task forces, which have 4 X wings each. Each task force is represented by the colours of the Squadron: Blue, Gold and Red. The leaders of these task forces were chosen when the squadron was first formed. The leaders then chose their members. Drills and Formations are completed by every pilot, except when they require the smaller task forces.

Role

• Aerospace Superiority: The Paladins are meant to meet other starfighter squadrons in battle and maintain superiority over them. In such battles, it is expected that the Paladins would cast a swift defeat of the enemy starfighters.
• Air Support: The Paladins are also meant to be air support. When battles rage on the surface of a planet, it is expected that the Paladins intervene, using their laser cannons and proton torpedos to take out defences such as shield generators, or even attack structures or artillery. In a battle, they could deal enough damage to bring victory for their allies.
• Escort: the Paladins are also expected to escort supply convoys through hostile environments. They can also act as extra security when a very valuable piece of cargo is being shipped.

Structure

Blue

Leader: Miko Vest

• Gender: Male
• Species: Duros
• Role: Miko acts as one third of the Paladin Leadership, working with Arrik Vanis and Bic Corr to lead the Squadron to victory.
• Motto: “When your suspicious, act before it’s too late.”
• Biography: After growing up in a slum on Nar Shadaa, he joined a group of smugglers. It was here that he honed his technical skills in an X-Wing. Having been surrounded by smugglers, Miko developed a taste of dangerous flying. On one of his higher-risk smuggling missions, Miko was caught by House Odan-Urr and was detained on the Feyl’ya’s Last Stand. He confessed to his crimes, and rather than imprison him, the Jedi thought best to give him a place in the Squadron. In his battles for Odan-Urr, he has proved that piloting skills are very advanced, and he took the natural leadership role in the team, and so was given the place of Blue Leader. In his training, he has learnt skills like stealth and cunning, which he uses to outwit the enemy.

Two: Tash Sularen

• Gender: Female
• Species: Human
• Role: Tash supports Miko and operates as a very capable flier. She is one of the most experienced, but instead of leadership, she prefers to play a supporting role.
• Biography: Growing up on Coruscant, Tash wanted a life away from the fuss. Her inherent love of technology led her to be a great slicer, but she also has a talent for starfighter piloting. After spending time at the Correllia Flight School, she left to travel. She was captured by a small band of space pirates, but an anonymous raid by the Knights of Allusis rescued her. Shortly after this, she was assigned to the Squadron.

Three: Corr Chelchu

• Gender: Male
• Species: Ithorian
• Role: Corr is the resident engineer, and often gives the mechanics and support team a hand. In the squadron, he is one of the best maneuverers, but his aim isn’t the best.
• Biography: The Ithorians are often peaceful. However, when Corr witnessed an Imperial raid, in which his brother was killed, he vowed to make a difference and so has used his engineering skills to learn how to pilot. He is skilled, and is educated in the manoeuvres of the X-wing.

Four: Gant Xalrich

• Gender: Male
• Species: Human
• Role: Gant is new to the Squadron, and is leaning the tricks of the trade quickly. His flying can be a bit stiff, and he isn’t the most agile, but he is becoming of the best marksmen.
• Biography: A valiant Corellian, Gant strives to prove himself worthy. His hero is Wedge Antilles, another famous Correllian. Gant’s skills are reasonable, and are improving quickly.

Gold

Leader: Arrik Vanis

• Gender: Female
• Species: Human
• Motto: “If you have to choose between shooting now or shooting later in a better tactical position, always choose to shoot later.”
• Biography: One of the colonists, Arrik has a strong bond with New Tython and she respects the Jedi. She takes pleasure in guarding the planet and its Order. Her tactics are bold yet cunning and her skill at manoeuvers is infallible.
• Role: Arrik’s team is quick, and manoeuvering is one of its strengths. There is also a natural aptitude for tactics, which helps to keep the squadron alive in intense battles. Arrik leads the Gold X-Wings.

Two: Forren Ran-shok

• Gender: Male
• Species: Harakoan
• Biography: Forren is an enthusiastic youth, but he shows much promise in piloting, and has a talent for trickery and strategy.
• Role: Forren is fairly new to starship flying, but he shows great promise for his tactical skills. In battle’s Forren’s advise is almost always taken by Arrik. Forren is a co-leader. He is strong-willed and decisive, as well as cunning. He supports Arrik as leader.

Three: Kyp Strax

• Gender: Female
• Species: Togruta
• Biography: Kyp began as a skilled slicer for the New Republic Intelligence. However, she was banished after a mishap with her superior. She stole a shuttle from them and went in search of work. She worked in smuggling for a few years, but eventually she found New Tython and joined up with the K.U.D.F. She has improved in piloting and her droid is a one of a kind all-purpose R2 unit.
• Role: When not needed with the Squadron, Kyp often is seen hanging around the Intelligence Division, or around the Analysts. Her smuggling skills have taught her how to evade the enemy, and how to aim for where it really counts. She is a good aim.

Four: Annor Riggers

• Gender: Male
• Species: Human
• Biography: Annor has lived the majority of his life on New Tython and has begun to contribute to its security. His skills at piloting are mediocre, but his perception and awareness is very advanced and this has proved invaluable.
• Role: He is the watchdog, the sentinel. He is often seen at a viewport, looking out to the stars. When in the field, he often sees tactics and enemy movements before anyone else.

Red

Leader: Bic Corr

• Gender: Female
• Species: Harakoan
• Role: Bic Corr is the empathy centre for the squadron. She knows how influential other people can be, as she was manipulated to hate colonists, when they were compassionate and kind. She can be very trusting, and often helps to solve any disputes within the squadron.
• Motto: “Greatness from Small Beginnings”
• Biography: Bic was brought up by an anti-colonist tribe on New Tython. Bic was brought up ready to hate them, in an environment that always revolved around the civil war. On her first field mission, Bic tracked a colonist, hoping to find a small camp of them to attack. However, an unfortunate rockslide interrupted the hunt, and the colonist she was following was the only one able to save her. She was taken back to the colonists camp, much to Bic’s disapproval. Here, she was nursed back to health by the camp’s medic. Bic slowly realised that the colonists were an opportunity for something bigger. Bic strived for greatness, learning how to fly, and eventually outshining every other x-wing pilot. She keeps on improving her skills, becoming a master pilot.

Two: Evir Suvan

• Gender: Male
• Species: Harakoan
• Role: Evir works alongside Bic, acting as her strength. Whereas she has the manoeuvring, he has the aim. A frequent tactic is that Bic tricks the enemy into flying near to Evir, who, to this day, has not missed a shot.
• Biography: Evir was brought up alongside Bic Corr. They have been friends for many years and work brilliantly as a team. Evir has manoeuvring skills and a keen aim. Bic's focus and ambition is contagious and Evir often finds himself working as hard or more than Bic herself.

Three: Repok Gosular

• Gender: Male
• Species: Human
• Role: Repok is a disciplined and respectful flyer. He excels at escort and air support operations, but is less skilled when facing starfighters. However, he remains an optimist, and is often the person to keep the squadron motivated.
• Biography: Repok works as a part-time medic at the Menat Ombo hospital. In a twist of fate, Repok was one of the people who nursed Bic back to health. Repok's steady hand is often a backbone to any drill or formation.

Four: Govon Margos

• Gender: Male
• Species: Human
• Role:Govon is the newbie of the squadron, and is Bic’s protégé. Govon is improving steadily.
• Biography: Govon is very devoted to the K.U.D.F and has enthusiasm and drive that only comes with natural ambition. Red Leader, Bic Corr, admires Govon's spirit and will to learn. Bic has taken him under her wing and is often seen teaching him new tricks.