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| |name=Summit Guard | | |name=Summit Guard |
| |image= [[Image: SUMMITGUARD.jpg|250px]]
| | |founder=[[Talos Omerta|Cpt. Talos Erinos]] |
| |founder=[[Arack Tavar||Talos d'Tana]] | | |leader=ARC Captain Bly |
| |leader= | | |headquarters=*Arcona Citadel |
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| |headquarters= *[[MJHC Last Light]] | |
| |locations=*[[ISDII Eye of the Abyss II]]
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| *[[BAC Darkest Night]]
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| |formed=
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| |founded=30 ABY | | |founded=30 ABY |
| |reorganized= | | |reorganized=34 ABY |
| |fragmented=
| | |affiliation=* [[Consul|Arcona Summit]] |
| |dissolved=
| | * [[Arcona|Clan Arcona]] |
| |restored=
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| |affiliation=*[[Clan Arcona]] | |
| *[[House Galeres]] | |
| *[[House Qel-Droma]]
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| |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]] | | |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]] |
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| | The '''Summit Guard of Arcona''', commonly known as the '''Summit Commandos''', is a special, all-clone unit charged with the protection of the Clan Arcona Summit, ranging from the two Aediles all the way up to the Lord Consul. Originally formed in the dawn of 30 ABY, the Summit Guard was comprised of the best men and women of the Arcona Armed Forces. However, in 34 ABY, the Guard was reorganized into an all-clone unit and separated from the rest of the Arcona Military. Currently led by ARC Captain Bly, the Summit Guard stands ready to serve, protect, and die, for their Summit. |
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| | == Organization History == |
| | === Creation === |
| | The Guard was born in 30 ABY, as a way to help protect the leaders of Arcona from the dangers of the upcoming [[Ninth Great Jedi War]] as well as threats from within the Clan itself. The first draft of Guardsmen considerably drained the others branches of the Arconan Armed Forces (the [[Dajorra Defense Force]] and [[Arcona Expeditionary Force]]), as the Summit would only accept the most loyal and highly trained soldiers as their guardians and special operators. |
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| | However, due to the event known as the '''Black Tempest''' wiping out a considerable chunk of the Guard's officer corps, greener soldiers were selected from the ranks of the Service and pressed into duty before they had taken their oaths and without any real combat experience. With their newest protectors ready to serve, the Summit of Arcona reviewed possible leaders and decided that none would fit the role better than [[Talos Omerta]], who was made Captain of the Guard. The men and women of the Summit Guard originally served Captain Omerta as lieutenants within the 6th Heavy Infantry Brigade, dubbed the Blades. |
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| | === The Black Tempest === |
| | [[File:SGDONTMESS.jpg|thumb|170px|left|A Summit Commando in the Hangar Bay of the [[ISDII Eye of the Abyss II]]]] |
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| | === No Rest For the Wicked === |
| | {{Quote|Team Aurek...report. Team Aurek, do you copy?|Summit Guard communications specialist, 33 ABY}} |
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| | === The KKE Project === |
| | {{Quote|Kieran Kodiak Erinos...KKE. Clever, Talos|Sashar Erinos Arconae, 34 ABY}} |
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| | === Communication Breakdown === |
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| | == Inside the Guard == |
| | === Mission === |
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| | === Training === |
| | Similar to the clones of the [[starwars:Grand_Army_of_the_Republic|Grand Army of the Republic]], the clones of the Summit Guard are subjected to growth and mind-enhancing genetic modification, so that they can learn combat skills more rapidly and be ready to serve House Arcona faster than that of their "organic" counterparts. When it comes to specific training, the KKE Project utilizes flash training to quickly instruct clones in military discipline, chain of command, and the like. |
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| | However, for combat training, the clones are trained by the Mandalorian supercommandos of the Erinos Clan. This training, much like that of the ''Cuy'val Dar'', is responsible for the strong Mandalorian background present in the Summit Guard. Training includes small-unit tactics, VIP protection, insertion/extraction, advanced weapons training (both ranged and melee), field medical training, and interrogation techniques. |
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| | The Summit Commandos are also given instruction in another type of combat training, one that echoes the somber tone of Order 66. |
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| | ==== Anti-Jedi Training ==== |
| | {{Quote|Are you sure this is a good idea? You do remember '''Order 66''' don't you?|Talos Omerta to Sashar Arconae, 34 ABY}} |
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| | In the name of protecting the Consul and Proconsul, the clones of the Summit Guard are trained how to combat and kill Force-Sensitives. Taught by [[Sashar Arconae|Sashar Erinos Arconae]] himself, training begins with mental conditioning that, if done properly, will result in a Summit Commando being able to have a moderate defense against the mental attacks of Force adepts, such as mind tricks. |
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| | Training of a more physical nature follows the mental conditioning, such as master-level bladework and precision shooting. Under the Soulfire Sergeant's tough training regimen, Commandos are able to go toe-to-toe with a Dark Jedi of the lower Equite class in melee combat while easily defeating those of the Journeymen class. Precision shooting training mixed with advanced flash-training has also given the Summit Commandos a lightning-fast reaction time when it comes to drawing their blaster, aiming, and firing. |
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| The '''Summit Guard of Arcona''', also known as the '''Consul's Guard''', was formed in the dawn of 30 ABY by Talos d'Tana in an effort to help protect his Summit, both House and Clan. Vanishing for close to a month, he scoured tomes and books, and viewed different holo-vids of combat training. Finally, he returned to Arcona with the proposal for the Summit Guard, which he presented to [[Consul]] [[Sashar Arconae]] and [[Proconsul]] [[Vorion]]. Later that day, after convening with the Clan's entire Summit, the proposal was approved and the Summit Guard was put into immediate action.
| | It is due to the fact that most Dark Jedi think blasters below them that this training comes into such effect; 80% of the time, a Summit Commando can gun down a less powerful Dark Jedi before the latter can even decide on the right Force technique with which to attack with. |
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| == Organization History ==
| | However, it is to be noted that while the prowess of the Summit Guards is considerable, they will most likely be defeated in a prolonged engagement with an Equite Two or Three and will most definitely be slain if going up against an Equite Four or anyone of the Elder class. |
| === Creation ===
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| The Guard was birthed in 30 ABY, as a way to help protect the leaders of Arcona from the dangers of the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]] and even threats from within the Clan itself. The first draft of Guardsmen considerably drained the others branches of the Arconan Armed Forces (the [[Dajorra Defence Force]] and [[Arcona Expeditionary Force]]), as the Summit would only accept the most loyal and highly trained soldiers, for they needed to be pressed into immediate service. However, due to the event known as the '''Black Tempest''', newer soldiers were selected from the ranks of the service and pressed into duty before they had taken their oaths and without any real combat experience. With their newest protectors ready to serve, the Summit of Arcona reviewed possible leaders and decided that none would fit the role better than [[Arack Tavar||Talos d'Tana]], who was made Captain of the Guard. The Summit Guard serves Talos as lieutenants who command the 6th Heavy Infantry Brigade, the larger force of the Consul's Guard.
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| === The Black Tempest === | | === Ranks === |
| The first real trial of the Summit Guard was shortly after their creation, in an event that has become known as '''Black Tempest'''. The situation began with the gruesome murder of the Tendd Limmer, a Scion Guard to [[Proconsul]] [[Vorion]]. Talos was immediately summoned to the scene of the crime, where he examined the horrific scene. Declaring that the murder of Limmer was actually a failed plot against [[Vorion]]'s life, the Captain took his friend into protective custody and escorted him to the [[ISDII Eye of the Abyss II]].
| | While the Summit Guard of the Arcona is completely separate from the rest of the Arcona Military Corps, the clones still utilize a military-esque rank structure, though modified in some areas. Most notably, there are no ranks above that of "Captain" and nothing below "Lance Corporal". |
| [[Image: SGDONTMESS.jpg|170px|left|thumb|An Elite Guardsmen in the Hangar Bay of the [[ISDII Eye of the Abyss II]]]]
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| '' The Black Tempest section is based off of the current Inter-Clan Feud of the same name, so this section and further sections will be updated as the Feud progresses. Thank you for your understanding ~~ Talos, Captain of the Guard''
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| == The Guard Itself ==
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| === To Protect Our Leaders ===
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| The new organization known as the Summit Guard is the most elite branch of the Arconan Armed Forces, next to that of its actual Dark Jedi Commanders. Only members that have displayed unyielding loyalty and devotion to the Shadow Clan are allowed to don the armor of the Guard and call themselves a Guardian of the Summit. Trained for nearly seven hours a day, in everything from ranged combat to melee, these armored warriors are indoctrinated in the ways of Arcona, being fiercely loyal to those they are sworn to protect.
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| === Lead By Someone Who Has Crossed ===
| | ''' Corporal (CE-2) ''' |
| When Talos was first approached to be the Captain, he was incredulous at best. Why give the position to someone who has betrayed the Clan? It was simple in the end, the Summit needed someone who had crossed over so as to better keep others from making the same mistake that he had.
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| === Selection and Distribution ===
| | ''' Sergeant (CE-3) ''' |
| To join the Summit Guard to a higher honor...to make it past their intense training regimen is an even greater feat. As listed above, most of the current Guards are seasoned combat veterans and an assortment of fresh blood. This is due to the time of flux in which the Guard was formed, and the Summit needing their Guards. In order of hierarchy, the best of the best are assigned to the Proconsul Detachment and the Proconsul Detachment, while the other, less experienced, are given to the House Summits.
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| The Selection is a tough process, designed to weed out the weak and the unworthy of this honor. It lasts a total of thirteen weeks (though the last five weeks are apprenticeship Guard duties, where the recruit is paired with an active Guard and the recruit shadows their superior and takes notes as well as helping protect that Summit Member. However, due to the turbulence of '''Black Tempest''' and the rapidly approaching '''Unification War''', the training time may be cut short as will the shadowing times.
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| == Detachments ==
| | ''' Master Sergeant (CE-5) ''' |
| The Summit Guard is split into four detachments, or divisions; the Galeres Detachment, the Qel-Droma Detachment, the Proconsul Detachment, and the Consul Detachment. More details are provided below:
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| === Consul Detachment ===
| | ''' Chief Master Sergeant (CE-6) ''' |
| The Consul's Detachment is the most elite section of the Summit Guard, as they are charged with the protection of [[Consul|Shade Warrior]] [[Sashar Arconae]]. They consist of the most grizzled combat veterans and are hand picked by Sashar himself. They wield upgraded E-19 Carbines, DC-15A Rifles, and upgraded Tehk'la longswords from Nagi. The Elite Detachment is one of two divisions that wear black armor, with the Arconan Symbol on the right pauldron and the personal symbol of Sashar on the left.
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| === Proconsul Detachment ===
| | ''' Lieutenant (CO-1) ''' |
| Nearly as elite as the Consul's Detacchment, the Proconsul's Detachment are also handpicked by the Proconsul of the Clan. The wield the same kit as Sashar's protectors and wear black armor with the Arconan symbol on the right pauldron and the personal crest of Vorion on the left. This is the second and final group that is authorized to wear the more advanced black armor.
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| === Qel-Droma Detachment ===
| | ''' Staff Lieutenant (CO-2) ''' |
| The first of two generic divisions, the Qel-Droma Guards are sworn to the current [[Quaestor]] and [[Aedile]] of the House. They are issued standard E-19 carbines and Tehk'la longswords, leaving out the DC-15As. Their armor is a dark red color, as purple was decided to be to comical for their purpose. The symbols of Arcona and Qel-Droma can be found on the right and left shoulder pauldrons respectively.
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| === Galeres Detachment ===
| | ''' Lieutenant Commander (CO-3) ''' |
| The second of two generic divisions, the Guards of Galeres are sworn to the current [[Quaestor]] and [[Aedile]] of the House. They are issued standard E-19 carbines and Tehk'la longswords, leaving out the DC-15As. Their armor is a dark blue color, as the color represented the [[Obelisk]] origin of the House. The symbols of Arcona and Galeres can be found on the right and left shoulder pauldrons respectively.
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| == Guard Table ==
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| Each Summit Member is issued an appropriate number of Summit Guards, depending on the station they hold and their importance to the Clan. Below are the numbers ranging from largest amount of Guards to least.
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| [[Image: SGHQD.jpg|150px|thumb|The armor of the Qel-Droman Summit Guard]]
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| === Consul of Arcona===
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| The Consul, being the most important leader in the Clan, is issued the most Guards. The Consul's Detachment (also known as ConDetach or Elite Detachment 1) has twelve elite Guardsmen at his command, as well as the Captain of the Guard. Each of these men are handpicked by the Consul and undergo rigorous security screening.
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| === Proconsul of Arcona===
| | ''' Captain (CO-5) ''' |
| Being the next most important person in the halls of Arcona, the Proconsul is allowed eight Guardsmen, also handpicked and put throug rigiorus screening. Along with the eight, the Proconsul is also protected by the Lieutenant of the Guard, Loch Lorien.
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| === Quaestors of the Two Houses === | | == Summit Guard Units == |
| The Quaestors are the leaders of the sister Houses of Arcona and as such, demand high security. Each leader is given four Summit Guards, clad in the blue or red armor depending on the House. In addition to the standard four, each Quaestor is also given command of the two remaining members of the Summit Guard Control, Sergeant Major Grefken and First Sergeant Tauk. | | The Summit Guard is split into three (3) unique divisions, two commando units and one reserve unit. The commando units are tasked with the protection of the Lord Consul, the Honorable Proconsul, and the House Summits, while the reserve unit is assigned to guard the Citadel and other key installations. Following the "Mandalorian" ethos of the Guard, each of the units are named in Mando'a. |
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| ''' House Galeres-''' | | === Commando Unit Solus === |
| As Galeres holds the title of First House, Sergeant Major Grefken oversees Quaestor Timeros' protection.
| | Command Unit Solus is the premier unit of the Summit Guard, tasked with the protection of the High Summit, which consists of the Lord Consul and the Honorable Proconsul. Literally meaning "one" in Mando'a, the commandos of Solus are the more experienced clones of the KKE Project and are hand-picked by both the Consul and the Guard Captain, Bly, who personally leads the contingent. Oftentimes, CU ''Solus'' works closely with the elite [[Soulfire Strike Team]]. |
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| '''House Qel-Droma-''' | | As mentioned above, ''solus'' is the Mandalorian word for "one", and therefore each Commando of Solus has a large '1' graphic painted on their armor's left pauldron. |
| While Galeres is the First House, [[Legorii Kryotek Entar]] deserves no less protection then Timeros, and as such, First Sergeant Tauk protects Entar and oversees the behavior of his four Guards.
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| ===Aediles of the Two Houses=== | | === Commando Unit T'ad === |
| The Aediles are the first leadership position that are allowed Summit Guards and as such, they are allowed the least. Two guards a piece are distributed to Aedile [[Etah d'Tana]] and Aedile [[Arcturus Gadeskin Xyler]]. No superior Guardsmen are issued to the two Aediles, however. | | The second Command Unit of the Guard, ''T'ad'', literally meaning "two" in Mando'a, is the unit of KKE clones that protect the House Summits. As the number "two" might indicate, the clones of T'ad are generally younger and less experienced compared to those of CU ''Solus'', but still extremely professional and lethal and totally dedicated to their mandate of protecting the House Summits. Furthermore, CU ''T'ad'' is considerably larger in number than CU ''Solus'', as their number of protectees is double that of the first unit. |
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| | Finally, the KKE clones of Commando Unit T'ad can be identified by the large silvery '2' graphic that is painted on their armor's left pauldron. |
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| Alot of thought went into the design of the Summit Guard armor. Originally, it was supposed to be upgraded suits of Stormtrooper armor, but Captain d'Tana wouldn't settle for ripping off another respectable organization. Instead, he combined the Stormtrooper aspects with a Mandalorian flair, which was a very predominant aspect in Arconan life. After many restless nights, Talos was ready to present his sketch before his superiors, and they gave their glowing approval. Instead of entrusting normal refugee smiths for this suit of armor, Talos set up a meeting in an undisclosed location with his friend, [[Camord]], and had him make the suits of armor. A mere week later, the armor was ready and Talos picked it up in another undisclosed location and presented it to his Guards, and they rallied their support and felt that the armor was truly elite.
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| As stated above, the armor is split between three colors; black for the Elite Detachments, Red for House Qel-Droma, and Blue for Galeres. The two Elite Detachments armor is considerably more protective than the generic detachments, but the generics are still very effective, despite their ceremonial look. The symbol of Arcona is emblazoned in either silver or black on the right pauldron, depending on the Detachment (silver for Elite and black for Generic).
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| | The unit of Commandos responsible for guarding the Citadel as well as other installations deemed critical by the Summit. ''Ara'nov'' Commandos receive special training in defensive tactics and are often the clones who do the most interaction with standard military units, such as the Army's specialized "Central Assault and Defence" unit, who guard the Army's areas in the Citadel and compliment the Summit Guard in whatever other protection duties they pass on. |
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| '''E-19 Carbine -''' The E-19 Carbine is the 'grandson' of the iconic E-11. More accurate and far more powerful, these weapons are state-of-the-art, not to mention the Summit Guard's numerous upgrades. The blasters fire a high powered, blue laser bolt can be set to either Single, Semi-Automatic, or Full Automatic. [[Image: E-19Carb.jpg|170px|thumb|The E-19 Carbine Rifle, standard issue ranged ranged weapon of the Guard]]
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| '''DC-15A -''' Based off a famous weapon, the DC-15As are the extremely powerful and modern version of the DC-15 rifle, which was used predominantly throughout the [[starwars:Clone Wars|Clone Wars]]. These weapons fire at either single shot or full automatic and can punch holes through durasteel with a single bolt.
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| | As the elite protectors of the Summit, the Commandos are trained in a number of weaponry, ranging from standard blaster rifles and blades to unorthodox weapons such as the [[starwars:Force_staff|Force Staff]]. While the armory of the Guard is impressive, a few select weapons have been described below, as these are the weapons most commonly carried by Guardsmen. |
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| ''' Tehk'la Longsword -''' Taken from rough designs of a bladed weapon from Nagi, these weapons are reforged by refugee smiths on board the [[ISDII Eye of the Abyss II]]. They are just about a lightsaber blade in length, made of pure carbon steel with a serrated edge running down the left side of the blade, which tapers into a black hilt, where a small vibro-generator replaces the pommel. A special instructional program is given to the Guards during their training so they can learn this unique weapon. | | ==== E-19b Carbine ==== |
| | The E-19 Carbine is the 'great-grandson' of the iconic E-11. More accurate and far more powerful, these weapons are state-of-the-art, not to mention the Summit Guard's numerous upgrades. Boasting a matte black finish, a 3x scope, and a tibanna gas cartridge that significantly increases the power of its blaster bolts, the E-19 is an extremely lethal weapon. |
| | [[File:E-19Carb.jpg|thumb|185px|right|E-19b Carbine Rifle, modified ranged weapon of the Guard]] |
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| '''Merr-Sonn Vulcan Sidearm -''' An extremely powerful pistol, the Vulcan is the latest in Merr-Sonn Munitions line of sidearms. The Vulcan can hold a charge worth 20 shots, which when depleted, cycles out for another charge pack while the emptied back recharges. This entire process takes place inside the pistol, giving it a virtual infinite ammo supply. The Vulcan fires a blue blaster bolt, capable of penetrating nearly all armors, except those Force-imbued, ''beskar'gam'', and the Coral Armor of the Yuuzhan Vong.
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| | The trademark blaster pistol of the Arcona military, the SSK-7c is a durable and reliable pistol. Issued to the Commandos due to its stopping power and versatility, the SSK-7c boasts a few upgrades over their "stock variants", including a tibanna gas catridge that increases the stopping power of its blaster bolts, as well as an attachable sound and flash suppressor. All Guard pistols are painted with a non-reflective coat of matte black paint. |
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| === Vehicles === | | ==== Vibroweapons ==== |
| While the Summit Guard are not loaned any vehicles of their own, during Selection they are instructed in ways to pilot the numerous vehicles within the Arconan Flotilla. These include the [[starwars:LAAT/i|LAAT/i]], the ''Lambda-class'' shuttle, as well as various starfighters like TIE Avengers, Interceptors, Phantoms, and the like. They are also expected to know how to operate a speeder bike and landspeeder by the end of Selection.
| | Like many other military units throughout the galaxy, the Summit Guard employs the use of vibroweapons, specifically vibroknucklers, daggers, and swords. Each of these weapons are sharpened to a keen edge by Guard armorsmiths and contain a Superior-class vibrogenerator in the hilt. While each Commando is given training in the standard "trio" of weapons (knuckler, dagger, and sword), the clone may request additional training in another type of vibroweapon. For example, the Summit Commando KKE-019 "Heat" has been trained to dual-wield vibroswords. |
| | [[File:Vibroweaponry.jpg|thumb|185px|left|Common examples of vibroweapons]] |
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| | The ''Aay'han'' Wall, literally meaning Mourning Wall in Mando'a, is a large aurodium plaque located in the foyer of the Arcona Citadel that has the names of each Summit Commando who has fallen in the line of duty. |
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The Summit Guard of Arcona, commonly known as the Summit Commandos, is a special, all-clone unit charged with the protection of the Clan Arcona Summit, ranging from the two Aediles all the way up to the Lord Consul. Originally formed in the dawn of 30 ABY, the Summit Guard was comprised of the best men and women of the Arcona Armed Forces. However, in 34 ABY, the Guard was reorganized into an all-clone unit and separated from the rest of the Arcona Military. Currently led by ARC Captain Bly, the Summit Guard stands ready to serve, protect, and die, for their Summit.
Organization History
Creation
The Guard was born in 30 ABY, as a way to help protect the leaders of Arcona from the dangers of the upcoming Ninth Great Jedi War as well as threats from within the Clan itself. The first draft of Guardsmen considerably drained the others branches of the Arconan Armed Forces (the Dajorra Defense Force and Arcona Expeditionary Force), as the Summit would only accept the most loyal and highly trained soldiers as their guardians and special operators.
However, due to the event known as the Black Tempest wiping out a considerable chunk of the Guard's officer corps, greener soldiers were selected from the ranks of the Service and pressed into duty before they had taken their oaths and without any real combat experience. With their newest protectors ready to serve, the Summit of Arcona reviewed possible leaders and decided that none would fit the role better than Talos Omerta, who was made Captain of the Guard. The men and women of the Summit Guard originally served Captain Omerta as lieutenants within the 6th Heavy Infantry Brigade, dubbed the Blades.
The Black Tempest
A Summit Commando in the Hangar Bay of the ISDII Eye of the Abyss II
No Rest For the Wicked
- "Team Aurek...report. Team Aurek, do you copy?"
- ―Summit Guard communications specialist, 33 ABY
The KKE Project
- "Kieran Kodiak Erinos...KKE. Clever, Talos"
- ―Sashar Erinos Arconae, 34 ABY
Communication Breakdown
Inside the Guard
Mission
Training
Similar to the clones of the Grand Army of the Republic, the clones of the Summit Guard are subjected to growth and mind-enhancing genetic modification, so that they can learn combat skills more rapidly and be ready to serve House Arcona faster than that of their "organic" counterparts. When it comes to specific training, the KKE Project utilizes flash training to quickly instruct clones in military discipline, chain of command, and the like.
However, for combat training, the clones are trained by the Mandalorian supercommandos of the Erinos Clan. This training, much like that of the Cuy'val Dar, is responsible for the strong Mandalorian background present in the Summit Guard. Training includes small-unit tactics, VIP protection, insertion/extraction, advanced weapons training (both ranged and melee), field medical training, and interrogation techniques.
The Summit Commandos are also given instruction in another type of combat training, one that echoes the somber tone of Order 66.
Anti-Jedi Training
- "Are you sure this is a good idea? You do remember Order 66 don't you?"
- ―Talos Omerta to Sashar Arconae, 34 ABY
In the name of protecting the Consul and Proconsul, the clones of the Summit Guard are trained how to combat and kill Force-Sensitives. Taught by Sashar Erinos Arconae himself, training begins with mental conditioning that, if done properly, will result in a Summit Commando being able to have a moderate defense against the mental attacks of Force adepts, such as mind tricks.
Training of a more physical nature follows the mental conditioning, such as master-level bladework and precision shooting. Under the Soulfire Sergeant's tough training regimen, Commandos are able to go toe-to-toe with a Dark Jedi of the lower Equite class in melee combat while easily defeating those of the Journeymen class. Precision shooting training mixed with advanced flash-training has also given the Summit Commandos a lightning-fast reaction time when it comes to drawing their blaster, aiming, and firing.
It is due to the fact that most Dark Jedi think blasters below them that this training comes into such effect; 80% of the time, a Summit Commando can gun down a less powerful Dark Jedi before the latter can even decide on the right Force technique with which to attack with.
However, it is to be noted that while the prowess of the Summit Guards is considerable, they will most likely be defeated in a prolonged engagement with an Equite Two or Three and will most definitely be slain if going up against an Equite Four or anyone of the Elder class.
Ranks
While the Summit Guard of the Arcona is completely separate from the rest of the Arcona Military Corps, the clones still utilize a military-esque rank structure, though modified in some areas. Most notably, there are no ranks above that of "Captain" and nothing below "Lance Corporal".
Lance Corporal (CE-1)
Corporal (CE-2)
Sergeant (CE-3)
Field Sergeant (CE-4)
Master Sergeant (CE-5)
Chief Master Sergeant (CE-6)
Lieutenant (CO-1)
Staff Lieutenant (CO-2)
Lieutenant Commander (CO-3)
Commander (CO-4)
Captain (CO-5)
Summit Guard Units
The Summit Guard is split into three (3) unique divisions, two commando units and one reserve unit. The commando units are tasked with the protection of the Lord Consul, the Honorable Proconsul, and the House Summits, while the reserve unit is assigned to guard the Citadel and other key installations. Following the "Mandalorian" ethos of the Guard, each of the units are named in Mando'a.
Commando Unit Solus
Command Unit Solus is the premier unit of the Summit Guard, tasked with the protection of the High Summit, which consists of the Lord Consul and the Honorable Proconsul. Literally meaning "one" in Mando'a, the commandos of Solus are the more experienced clones of the KKE Project and are hand-picked by both the Consul and the Guard Captain, Bly, who personally leads the contingent. Oftentimes, CU Solus works closely with the elite Soulfire Strike Team.
As mentioned above, solus is the Mandalorian word for "one", and therefore each Commando of Solus has a large '1' graphic painted on their armor's left pauldron.
Commando Unit T'ad
The second Command Unit of the Guard, T'ad, literally meaning "two" in Mando'a, is the unit of KKE clones that protect the House Summits. As the number "two" might indicate, the clones of T'ad are generally younger and less experienced compared to those of CU Solus, but still extremely professional and lethal and totally dedicated to their mandate of protecting the House Summits. Furthermore, CU T'ad is considerably larger in number than CU Solus, as their number of protectees is double that of the first unit.
Finally, the KKE clones of Commando Unit T'ad can be identified by the large silvery '2' graphic that is painted on their armor's left pauldron.
Reserve Unit Ara'nov
The unit of Commandos responsible for guarding the Citadel as well as other installations deemed critical by the Summit. Ara'nov Commandos receive special training in defensive tactics and are often the clones who do the most interaction with standard military units, such as the Army's specialized "Central Assault and Defence" unit, who guard the Army's areas in the Citadel and compliment the Summit Guard in whatever other protection duties they pass on.
Equipment
Armor
Weaponry
As the elite protectors of the Summit, the Commandos are trained in a number of weaponry, ranging from standard blaster rifles and blades to unorthodox weapons such as the Force Staff. While the armory of the Guard is impressive, a few select weapons have been described below, as these are the weapons most commonly carried by Guardsmen.
E-19b Carbine
The E-19 Carbine is the 'great-grandson' of the iconic E-11. More accurate and far more powerful, these weapons are state-of-the-art, not to mention the Summit Guard's numerous upgrades. Boasting a matte black finish, a 3x scope, and a tibanna gas cartridge that significantly increases the power of its blaster bolts, the E-19 is an extremely lethal weapon.
E-19b Carbine Rifle, modified ranged weapon of the Guard
SSK-7c Heavy Blaster Pistol
The trademark blaster pistol of the Arcona military, the SSK-7c is a durable and reliable pistol. Issued to the Commandos due to its stopping power and versatility, the SSK-7c boasts a few upgrades over their "stock variants", including a tibanna gas catridge that increases the stopping power of its blaster bolts, as well as an attachable sound and flash suppressor. All Guard pistols are painted with a non-reflective coat of matte black paint.
Vibroweapons
Like many other military units throughout the galaxy, the Summit Guard employs the use of vibroweapons, specifically vibroknucklers, daggers, and swords. Each of these weapons are sharpened to a keen edge by Guard armorsmiths and contain a Superior-class vibrogenerator in the hilt. While each Commando is given training in the standard "trio" of weapons (knuckler, dagger, and sword), the clone may request additional training in another type of vibroweapon. For example, the Summit Commando KKE-019 "Heat" has been trained to dual-wield vibroswords.
Common examples of vibroweapons
Aay'han Wall
The Aay'han Wall, literally meaning Mourning Wall in Mando'a, is a large aurodium plaque located in the foyer of the Arcona Citadel that has the names of each Summit Commando who has fallen in the line of duty.