Tau Squadron

Tau Squadron was the Elite Squadron of the Dark Brotherhood and one of four currently present in the Tie Corps of the Emperor's Hammer.

Though Tau Squadron had been stationed in many places, it's last resting place was on board the M-CRV Tripidium the personal ship of the Grand Master that he used when abroad from the Dark Hall on business that does not require any military weapon power.

History

In days before the first reign of Grand Master Jac Cotelin, a squadron, separate from the rest of the Brotherhood, formed. This squadron was known as Tau Squadron. However, as the Dark Brotherhood became engulfed in internal fighting, Tau Squadron under the command of DeathWatch abandoned the Dark Brotherhood with the infamous, Crona. When Grand Master Cotelin ascended the Iron Throne, Tau Squadron was not re-commissioned and was all but forgotten as the Iron Throne moved to restore order within the Dark Jedi ranks.

Upon the ascension of Grand Master Khyron, from the plea of Dark Jedi throughout the Brotherhood, Tau Squadron was returned to full status under the command of Dark Side Adept Magnus Kaerner. However, its days were numbered.

Within months of re-commissioning, the Iron Throne demanded that Tau Squadron join an existing House or create a new House. Understanding the importance of sovereignty, Kaerner determined to transform Tau Squadron into a House. Therefore, House Tarentum was formed. Members were not required to be from House Tarentum but were required to belong to the Brotherhood.

Tau Squadron continued in existence under the command of General Kaerner. However, his ties to the Empire proved stronger than his loyalty to the Grand Master, so he and the squadron were left behind during the Exodus. With their departure it was decided that a new unit would not be created to replace them - the role was filled by the GMRG.

Mission

Tau Squadron is the personal bodyguard of the Grand Master of the Dark Brotherhood. They escort him at all times that he is not residing in the Dark Hall and on business throughout the galaxy. What the Grand Master's Royal Guard is on the ground, Tau squadron is in the air and space.

Equipment

Tau Squadron is using a specially modified A-9 Vigilance Interceptor (A-9b).