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Kappa Squadron

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{{EH Squadron
|name=Kappa Squadron
|image=[[image:Kappa_patch.png]]
|motto= "We are the Rulers of the Stars"
|nickname= The Crimson Dragons
|commander=[[Aardvark|GN Aardvark]]
|xo= [[Sparky|CPT Rachel Drakon]]
|fls=[[Cooker|CPT Gabba Gabagool]]
|Battle Cry= KAPPA HYPE!!!
|wing=[[Wing II|Wing II]]
|ship=[[Warrior|ISDII Warrior]]
|veterans =
*[[Conker Blackwood|Conker Blackwood]]
*[[Ulrich Drachen|Ulrich Drachen]]
*[[Pete Mitchell|Pete Mitchell]]
*[[Plif|Plif]]
*[[Dunta Polo|Dunta Polo]]
*[[Viper Pred|Viper Pred]]
*[[Tempest|Tempest]]
*[[Repulsor|Repulsor]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Escort|Escort]]
|flightI= Missile Boat Mk.II (Dragon's Fury)
|flightII= Missile Boat Mk.II (Dragon's Fire)
|flightIII= TIE Defender (Dragon's Wings)

}}
Kappa Squadron is an [[Squadron Objectives#Escort|Escort]] squadron attached to [[Wing II]] of the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

Kappa Squadron has a battle cry: KAPPA HYPE!!! coined by [[Ulrich Drachen|COL Ulrich Drachen]]

Weekly Squadron Reports for Kappa can be found at [http://tc.emperorshammer.org/showreport.php?id=1&nid=13 --Kappa Report Archive--].

==Roster==

[[image:Kappaban.png]]

===Kappa Flight I===

''Nickname - Dragon's Fury''

''Motto - Strike Hard, Strike Fast''

# '''KMDR/GN''' [[Aardvark]]
# '''FM/MAJ''' [[Sparky]]
# '''FM/LT''' Soontide
# '''FM/SL''' Vacant

===Kappa Flight II===

''Nickname - Dragon's Fire''

''Motto - We Bring Glorious Deliverance''

# '''SQXO/CPT''' Rachel Drakon
# '''FM/CM ''' C Wrench
# '''FM/COL''' [[Ulrich Drachen]]
# '''FM/GN''' Mark Schueler

===Kappa Flight III===

''Nickname - Dragon's Wings''

''Motto - Borne on Steel Wings''

# '''FL/CPT''' Gabba Gabagool
# '''FM/COL''' Len Eode
# '''FM/LCM''' WarperJawa
# '''FM/GN''' [[Dunta Polo]]

==Squadron History==

*Written by [[Algaron Xerves]] and [[Shimir Sheerelk]]

Last Updated:

Special Thanks to:
COL [[Gallows]], COL [[Sasquatch]], COL [[Inkwolf]] and COL [[Jan Wemmel]]

===Introduction===

* Intro Written by [[Tempest]], January 1st 2006

The record of the "History of Kappa Squadron" you are looking at was started by [[Algaron Xerves]] in March 2001, when he (then a Flight Leader under CMDR [[Astarosta]]), published the first chapters of this historic record on the Kappa homepage. These original first chapters covered the early days of Kappa from its reformation in January 1999 to the beginning of Astarosta's reign. Thanks to this huge effort of researching and compiling historic information, I think it can be said that Kappa's early history is one of the best documented ones among all squadrons in the TC today.
It did not only give veterans an opportunity to dwell in memories, but also it gave valuable information to new cadets who joined the squadron, so they were not entirely clueless when older squadron members started to talk about the "good old days". One of those new pilots who read Algaron's Kappa History with great interest was Shimir Sheerelk, who joined the squadron in May 2002. He liked the "History" a lot, but felt a little disappointed that there was already almost one year missing.

In January 2004, [[Shimir]] submitted a summary of the "[[Algaron Years]]", with the "[[Tempest Years]]" following in February. While these additions were well-written and informative, there were several problems to them. As a start, Shimir had not been around in the days of Astarosta. So, while Algaron had told the beginning of Roasty's tenure as Kappa CMDR, its end remained untold. Also, Shimir didn't have all the facts and figures correctly and missed some events relevant to the squadron history. Most important of all, though, was that his text was very long. I really had to shorten it a lot, and while doing it, I also cross-checked the given information with my own mail archive. With the many abbreviations I had to make and some things to add, most of the text was in fact rewritten.
I have also changed Algaron's system of introducing new pilots and giving their career information. While Algaron had these as tables in the text, the problem with that is that these are hard to place. I was always wondering if I should set such an info box whenever someone new joined, or left, or became promoted, or whatever. I therefore used links instead and made an info page for every Kappa member past and present. A list of all of them was put at the end of this document.

I think these changes make sence and were necessary to make this now rather lengthy document easier to access and more enjoyable to read. I hope nobody will think of it as disrespect towards the original authors. To prevent their works from being lost, or prevented only in an altered form, you can still see them here:
"Kappa History" by Algaron Xerves, 2002.
"The Algaron Years" and "The Tempest Years" by Shimir Sheerelk, 2004.

The updating and rewriting was tiresome for me and took me so much time that the new version of the "History" was outdated again when I was done with it. Having worked on it for such a while, and being the longest serving active member of Kappa, I therefore decided to write the Zyrax Years and the beginning of the Daar Years myself. I don't think of me as a great writer, but I also didn't want this fine project to die.

So here it is... Kappa Squadron's history from 1999 to 2006. I hope you'll enjoy reading it, and I also hope that there are many chapters remaining to be written. Many squadrons that are mentioned in here are no longer in existance. We are proud to serve in a squadron that has been here for seven years, and of course we hope that this fine old squadron won't have to be closed anytime soon. As Algaron, the starter of the history project, put it: "We are proud to say that some of the very finest officers inhabit the Kappa barracks and it is their consistently outstanding contribution which makes the Squadron what it is today - one of the finest in the TIE Corps. Long may it continue!" Yeah... long may it continue.

===The [[Shador]] Years January 1999 to June 1999===

Wing II was officially re-opened in January 1999 under the command of Colonel Gallows and it was at this point that the "Modern History" of Kappa Squadron begins. Kappa was one of three Wing II Squadrons to be re-opened during the "Reformation" along with Psi and Rho. Nominated to lead Kappa in this new beginning was TIE Corps veteran Captain Shador. Shador had already made a name for himself within the Corps and was a highly respected officer. He began the tradition of strong, dedicated Kappa Commanders which remains to this day.

CPT Shador inherited a small group of Squadron members after we re-opened early in 1999, but with Wing II attracting new recruits in numbers, Kappa benefited from an influx of quality cadets. The membership of Kappa grew from three to a high point of nine pilots within just two months. Many of these pilots would go onto great things both within Kappa and the wider scope of the TIE Corps. Notable recruits included veteran pilot LCM Jens "Bushmaster" Vigsted and SL's Wlodek, Lothar Galland and Hawkins, two of whom would go on to command the Squadron. With more pilots coming in Shador had more scope to increase the activity and functionality of the Squadron. He introduced the Squadron Commander's Own Award (SCO). This was a weekly citation given to the most hard-working and active pilot in the Squadron. It encouraged Kappa members to excel and instigated a period of prosperity for the squad. Hawkins flourished as an adept TIE mission creator and would go on to receive the Palpatine Crescent for his achievements in this field. Wlodek was the main beneficiary of the SCO award, taking the honour on no less than five occassions, through his exceptionally dedicated service. He would later receive the Imperial Security Medal for this feat.

Other promotions and awards came thick and fast for this fledgling group of pioneers. Shador himself quickly rose to Captain soon after taking command, and his two Flight Leaders, Wlodek and Lothar Galland, both moved up to the rank of Lieutenant Commander during this time. Kappa itself was also honoured with the Wing Commander's Own Award (WCO) in February, and later the illustrious Commdore's Own Award for the month of April. Much of these tributes came as a result of Kappa's performance in the inaugural Sovereign League competition. After seven combat rounds Kappa lay in 8th place overall amongst TIE Corps Squadrons, putting them in line for a place in the end of season Playoffs.

This was also a time of creative expansion. Kappa Squadron's first website was created during Shador's tenure. The creator of this site was none other than the Commander himself, giving a further demonstration of his all round abilities. It can be loaded up by following the picture link to the left. Although the site is incomplete it gives a fascinating insight into Kappa's early roots, offering a historical snapshot of the composition of the Squadron as it stood at the time. Last updated at the end of February 1999, the first Kappa homepage makes for very nostalgic viewing and was a portent for bigger and better things to come.

Sadly, but perhaps inevitably, Kappa pilots came and went during this period of development and transformation under Shador's leadership. Two pilots who only stayed very briefly, but shall be listed here in order that their achievements are always remembered in the chronicles of Kappa History, are LT's [[Platimum]] and [[Rhinok Maul]].

As with many great leaders a time comes when the strain of command can become too great. So it was with Captain Shador. Due to hectic real-life commitments he was forced to step down from his post as Kappa Commander on the 14th July 1999. Fortunately Shador's excellent leadership had produced a number of ideal candidates to succeed him. [[Lothar Galland]] had proved himself an adept Leader of Flight III. [[Hawkins]] was another dedicated pilot who had shown potential leadership qualities, winning the Squadron Commander's Own Award on a number of ocassions. Hawkins time would come however, and it was down to another Kappa veteran eventually chosen to take the Squadron forward...

===The [[Wlodek]] Years June 1999 to September 1999===

Wlodek had already proven himself as one of the finest Flight Leaders in the Wing and was perhaps the natural choice to succeed Shador as Squadron Commander.

One of Wlodek's first tasks as Squadron Commander was to secure Kappa's place in the Sovereign League Playoffs. A month of hard flying meant that the excellent achievements in this competition under Shador did not go to waste, as Kappa maintained 8th position and took their place amongst the TIE Corps elite. However, the draw for the first round pitted Kappa against the mighty Tornado squadron, and as expected they proved to be too strong. Our run had come to end, but what a glorious run it had been.

The membership of Kappa Squadron fluctuated during Wlodek's brief tenure. When he took over in June 1999 Kappa had 8 pilots on the roster. During his three months in command some of Kappa's most famous pilots joined up, most notably Amadeo, Jan Wemmel and Deacan. All three of these guys would go on to have renowned careers within Kappa and help forge our reputation as one of the finest Squadron's in the TIE Corps. However, along with new recruits coming in there was also a steady stream of pilots leaving our ranks, thus preventing us from ever rising to full strength. Captain Shador was one of the pilots to leave during this time, although he would eventually return to Kappa for a final farewell under the next administration. For others, though, the end was much more final. The pilots who left Kappa in the summer of '99 were LT Kata'ng, SL Motti, LCM Lothar Galland and LT Warthog. All these only had a rather short stay in Kappa, but they won't be forgotten as part of our history.

As was the case under Captain Shador, a number of pilots excelled during Wlodek's term. Most prominent among them was [[Amadeo]], claiming three Imperial Security Medals, promotion to Lieutenant and the leadership of Flight II before Wlodek was done. Hawkins also continued to make excellent progress. Wlodek immediately made him a Flight Leader upon taking command, and from this position his career flourished. The Palpatine Crescent came his way from the creation of 3 TC-TIE Battles, and his promotion to Lieutenant Commander demonstrated his leadership potential. Jens 'Bushmaster' Vigsted and [[Jan Wemmel]] also maintained admirable levels of activity and were rewarded in kind.

Unfortunately, Wlodek's time as Kappa Commander was brought to an end prematurely. He resigned just 60 days into his command. Wlodek was destined for great things within the TIE Corps, but we can only look back at his all too short period in charge with a fairly sizeable hint of sadness. We may have achieved great things, but Kappa had been robbed of a legend in the making. Wlodek had proved what a great commanding officer he could and would on to be, which made it a bitter pill to swallow to see him step down. However, things always go on and once the dust had settled, the pieces had to be picked up and a replacement found. Amadeo was too inexperienced, and Jens 'Bushmaster' Vigsted didn't want the job. That left one man to take up the reigns...

===The [[Hawkins]] Years - September 1999 to March 2000===

Hawkins had been well groomed in the art of commanding by his two predecessors. Although the unexpected resignation of Wlodek thrust him into the position of Squadron Commander perhaps earlier than he would have liked, he was certainly equipped to do the job as well as anyone. It is highly unfortunate that the period of Hawkins' leadership also coincided with the fortunes of Kappa Squadron ebbing to the lowest level in our recent history. This is not to be seen as an indictment of Hawkins as a commanding officer. He was a more than capable Commander who suffered from an ill-fated and Irreversible chain of events.

The initial weeks of Hawkins' tenure were very promising. Jens 'Bushmaster' Vigsted moved to Flight III leader, the Palpatine Crescent was awarded to Amadeo for his excellent record both in and out of the cockpit, and Deacan received a very well deserved promotion to Lieutenant. More importantly veteran pilot, and former Kappa Commander, Captain Shador returned to the Squadron he had built. Amadeo also created a new set of Squadron link banners which can still be seen on the Files section of this website. Kappa had nine pilots in its ranks for the first time since the early weeks of Shador's command. Things were looking good for Kappa Squadron.

Indeed things continued to go well right up to the end of November. A flood of commendations came the way of Kappa Squadron members. Among these Amadeo received the coveted Bronze Star of the Empire for re-designing Wing II's web site and Wlodek's career as a quality Mission Designer began with the creation of his first of many TIE Battles (TC-120). The Medal of Tactics would be his reward. Also promotions came for both of Kappa's Flight Leaders. 'Bushmaster' rose to Commander, and Amadeo advanced to Lieutenant Commander. Kappa also had an excellent new website created by the ever active Amadeo. Since then, all Kappa homepages followed more or less this design. For example, since that time all Kappa websites had white as basic colour, while most other squadron (or generally SW) pages are mostly black. You can view his original design by following the picture link on the left.

However, events were about to take a drastic turn for the worse. The period from December 1999 to the end of January 2000 can be genuinely described as Kappa Squadron's darkest hour. The catalyst for this was Wlodek's transfer to Wing VIII's Pi Squadron in the first week of December. Kappa had already suffered from his resignation as Commander, but now we had also lost his valuable services as a Squadron member. In the two depressing months that followed a further six pilots left the Squadron! Jan Wemmel moved to the Reserves due to personal commitments, Lieutenant Vengeance transferred to Cheth Squadron, and Lieutenant Talos Magnus was declared AWOL. Transfers also robbed Kappa of the services of three more highly experienced and valued members. Shador chose to accept the offer of seeing out the rest of his career in the elite Praetorian Squadron, and Jens 'Bushmaster' Vigsted moved to take command of Spear Squadron aboard the ISD Relentless. Finally and most distressingly, Amadeo put in a transfer to Cyclone Squadron, unable to bear what was happening around him. In the cold light of day Kappa had lost seven pilots in only eight weeks, including two former Squadron Commanders and both of its Flight Leaders. After this "Black Christmas", as it was henceforth known, we were down to just two active members (Hawkins and Deacan), the lowest level in the Squadron's history.

After the setback of the "[[Black Christmas]]" period it was touch and go as to whether Kappa would remain an active Squadron. It is here that the command ability of Hawkins really shone through, as he transformed the Squadron's fortunes during the last few weeks of his reign. It is also a highly important period in our history given that Kappa's favourite son joined the Squadron to begin his magnificent career. The inspired recruitment drive headed by a re-invigorated Commander Hawkins, and the hard-working Deacan saw four pilots join Kappa during February 2000, among them the return of Jan Wemmel from the Reserves, and a little-known, green recruit from the far-flung reaches of the Empire who went by the name of Sub-Lieutenant [[Astarosta]]. No one at the time would have foreseen the sensational impact these two pilots, especially the latter, would have on the fortunes of our Squadron.

The end of Hawkins reign also saw the re-introduction of the Sovereign League competition which Kappa had fought so valiantly in during it's run in 1999. This band of mainly inexperienced pilots managed to secure 21st place after the second Combat Round. However, as stated before the end of Hawkins' reign was near at hand. Deacan had already been made Acting Commander two weeks before Hawkins eventually decided that the move should be made permanent. The strain of commanding Kappa during this extraordinarily unstable period had eventually proved too great. Hawkins stepped down allowing his successor to take Kappa into a new era...

===The [[Deacan]] Years===

There can be no question that Deacan was one of the finest and influential Squadron Commanders that Kappa has had in it's history since the "[[Reformation]]". He had a superb pilot record during his time under Wlodek and Hawkins, and his loyalty and dedication to the Squadron was a significant factor in turning things around following the "Black Christmas" period. When Hawkins finally stepped down, Deacan was a more than worthy replacement. Many of the new procedures that Deacan introduced have become part of the standard practices within Kappa Squadron. Much of Kappa's current daily activity is influenced by Deacan's original work.

Deacan took over command of the Squadron during a time of great prosperity for Wing II, having just been awarded the TIE Corps Commander Citation for the month of March (pictured left). For his two Flight Leaders Deacan chose the old campaigner Hawkins, and the rising star Astarosta within a six pilot strong Squadron. Astarosta had already begun to demonstrate his supreme piloting skills having accumulated enough FCHG points in his short career to make him Kappa's new flying ace. Promotion to Lieutenant Commander and the award of the Imperial Security Medal for extremely high activity marked Astarosta out as a future candidate for a Squadron command position of his own.

As stated before Deacan's original work instigated much of what is now taking for granted amongst Kappa Squadron members. The first such instance of this was the establishment of regular Inter-Squadron competitions. For Kappa's first ever challenge Deacan got in contact with ex-Kappa Flight Leader Jens 'Bushmaster' Vigsted who was now in command of Spear Squadron. Deacan himself top-scored in this competition, but sadly the final result did not go our way, narrowly beaten on overall average score. Spear had prevailed, but Deacan, through this inaugural event, had set in motion a tradition which remains strong to this day. The Kappa vs. Spear contest was also one of the first of its kind to use the Laserless Scoring system, again a Wing II creation, which is now recognised as the primary method for calculating results in TIE Corps competitions. Deacan also brought the Squadron together to a much greater extent than had his predecessors. With the help of Astarosta, the Kappa Online Meeting was established. Using mIRC technology Kappa gatherings were occurring with increasing frequency, greatly enhancing the camaraderie and togetherness of the Squadron. Also our interaction with the wider populace of the TIE Corps helped build our reputation as '''''one of the craziest and hardest drinking Squadrons in the Wing - a precedent which has not abated in the time since!'''''

With these traditions firmly put in place Kappa continued forward as a small, but highly active Squadron. As evidence of that Kappa triumphed in a three-way Squadron competition against fellow Wing II rivals Theta and Sin in May 2000. This was to be our first taste of success, but as our recent results will tell you, certainly not our last. The taste of success was sweet and the taste of the beer in the Wing II bar afterwards was even sweeter! Kappa had further reason to celebrate when our website was chosen by the Internet Office as Site of the Week in July, with major credit going to Deacan for continuing to maintain the excellent quality of Amadeo's original design.

The unrelenting pace continued unabated into the Summer. Kappa members battled valiantly with 100% participation as Wing II triumphed over Wing X, and no more so than Astarosta, who received the Palpatine Crescent for top-scoring in the competition. The next Inter-Squad contest brought Kappa up against the similarly sized Sword Squadron. This one went down to the wire, but a handful of points secured a hard-fought win for our rivals from Wing IX. With such a great deal of activity within the Squadron, it is to be expected that a few would not be able to keep up with the pace. SL Moniax, LT Talamius and LT Torgo Reyes were pilots who fell by the wayside, that is, joined during that very active period and left again shortly after.

Another shock departure from Wing II was the resignation in June of Colonel Gallows after 14 months in command of the Wing. He had served with incredible dedication and aptitude for the duration of his tenure, and had turned Wing II into one of the finest in the TIE Corps. Chosen as a temporary replacement was Rho's Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Harkonnen. Unfortunately for Harkonnen, technical difficulties forced him to resign after just one month at the helm. It was at this point that the now legendary "Mad Doctor" of Wing II rose to take up her destined position commanding the craziest bunch of pilots aboard the Sovereign. Colonel Inkwolf is one of Wing II's most popular characters, and with the help of her hairy support crew Private Squeaker, Seargent Akela and Corporal Melvin (pictured left), she made the Wing a joy to be part of. The picture link to the left will take you to the Wing II Website of that time which Inky maintained herself. It's a great resource for historic information, and was of great help to Algaron in compiling the early parts of the history of Kappa Squadron.

Spurred on in his new role as Kappa Recruitment Co-ordinator, Jan Wemmel set about increasing the size of the Squadron roster. Two new pilots joined the Kappa ranks during Deacan's time in charge, and both of them are genuine Kappa legends. Ninja's first stint in Kappa began in August, and he immediately set about building a reputation as one of the hardest flyers in the TIE Corps. His flying record was phenomenal and he kept Deacan incredibly busy submitting Battle TFRs on an almost daily basis. Reb Crush was the other notable recruit, joining right towards the end of the Deacan period. Reb brought an invaluable array of technical, as well as piloting skills to the Squadron. With the impetus of new blood the Squadron maintained it's good form in the ongoing Sovereign League 2000. Kappa was very well placed to secure a placing in the Top 20, thus progressing to the playoff stages of this distinguished competition, in spite of our relatively small size in comparison to many of the other Squadrons' we were flying against. Another exciting event which began during this time was the Free-TIE Challenge, run by Wing IV WC Colonel Ricardo. Both Astarosta, who's activity record was second to none, and Jan Wemmel took up the challenge to complete 95% of the TIE Corps Free Missions by the end of the Summer.

The term embryonic is perhaps a good way to describe the time that Deacan spent in command of Kappa Squadron. His original and dynamic approach to commanding did so much to shape Kappa into the great Squadron that it is today. Unfortunately he never had the opportunity to work his magic on a larger scale, with the membership of the squadron never rising above 50% for his entire period in charge. When RL pressures eventually called an end to Deacan's glorious seven months as Squadron Commander the job of continuing his work passed into the hands of Kappa's most dedicated servant. Would it be possible to improve on Deacan's leadership?

===The [[Astarosta]] Years - September 2000 to February 2002===
There can be little doubt that Astarosta was the greatest Commander in the history of Kappa Squadron, because it was under his leadership that Kappa was enjoying its "Golden Age". He was certainly helped by the experience he received under such great officers as Hawkins and Deacan, but he has taken Kappa to another level of success and prosperity to which there seems to be no boundary.

Astarosta inherited a Squaron of six experienced pilots, with Deacan and Jan Wemmel as his Flight Leaders. His first month in command was incredibly active, although somewhat turbulent. Reb Crush took over as Webmaster of the Kappa Website and brought it up to date. Kappa also brought home the first Inter-Squadron victory in the Astarosta era with a convincing victory over our Wing II colleagues from Sin Squadron. Our Commander also successfully participated in the Summer Challenge started back in June. This great run of activity insured that Kappa Squadron was named as the Wing Commander's Own for the month of September. However, on an unhappy note September also saw the transfer of Ninja to Trapper Squadron and the retirement of a true Kappa legend, Commander Hawkins. It had certainly been an interesting opening month for the Squadron!

The membership of Kappa Squadron remained relatively stable for the rest of the year, with some new faces joining the squadron, such as Hawk Hunter (who only stayed for about four months, though) and Razor. Also, two leading figures for the later development of the Squadron joined up in the form of ex-Zeta Commander Algaron Xerves and new recruit Tempest. Both of them would later become Commanders of the Squadron themselves, as well as true Kappa legends. Sadly, there would also be another departure, with Captain Deacan choosing to retire to the Reserves after a glorious career. He will always hold a place of honour within our ranks and we all wish him well. Undaunted Kappa continued to maintain the progress made in Astarosta's opening month. Further Inter-Squadron victory came in November with a unanimous triumph over Sadhe Squadron. Also Kappa pilots were instrumental in bringing victory for the Blue Team in the excellent Operation Release the TIEs competition organised for Wing II Squadron's by Sin's Commander, Stele Pellaeon (follow the picture link to the left for full details). Further more, towards the end of the year the Combat Run phase of the Sovereign League 2000 came to an end. Kappa qualified as the 16th best placed Squadron and eventually made it as far as the Quarter Finals before valiantly bowing out after an admirable effort against the elite.

In stark contrast to the previous year the Christmas period marked a big upturn in fortunes for Kappa Squadron. A sudden influx of new pilots swelled the roster's size into double figures for the first time in the Squadron's history. LT Reb Crush rejoined Kappa from the reserves, shortly followed by three other reservists who returned to active duty coming from the Daedalus, but joining Kappa for the first time. These three were LT Steffen Daniel Dunkat, LCM Tim and LT Max Danzig. The Kappa Barracks were a busy place to be throughout January 2001. Given this upsurge in activity it was somewhat inevitable that the Wing Commander's Own award for January went to Kappa. Little setbacks, like LT Max Danzig, who didn't join in Kappa's activity frenzy and had to be removed only one month after he had joined, or CM Ninja, who rejoined the Squadron in February, but already left a few days later following an invitation form the elite Praetorian Squadron, couldn't hide that things were really beginning to take off for the Squadron.

If one area in particular were to be highlighted as a mark of Kappa's success under Astarosta's command it would undoubtedly be our outstanding competition record. Inter-Squadron wins over Sin and Sadhe have already been mentioned previously, and a third victory came in February against Cyclone, albeit by just a handful of points in a closely fought encounter. Furthermore, Kappa's record in Fleet and Wing competitions in the Astarosta era is similarly impressive. The Sovereign League and Operation Release the TIEs campaign demonstrated the pilotting skill of Kappa members, but greater success was to follow. Colonel Inkwolf's wide ranging Squeaker Hunt competition gave Kappa the opportunity to exhibit a whole host of assorted skills. In total Kappa members took first place in three of the five categories within the Wing, specifically Reb Crush in Graphics, Astarosta in Flying and Tempest in the Web Hunt. Kappa pilots, especially Tempest and Astarosta, excelled themselves in the Wing II Pilot League organised and run by our very own Captain Algaron, and widely acknowledged as one of the finest competitions organised within the TIE Corps. We also defended the EH's honor in a match against Wraith Squadron, of the Rebel Squadrons, where we achieved an outstanding victory.
Not every competition was a success, as we lost a competition against the combined forces of Sin and Theta in August, but we fought well, and the fact that it took two squadrons to take us down shows how strong Kappa was at that time.

It is not just in the cockpit where Kappa has excelled during Astarosta's tenure. Our record in website design must also rank with the best squadrons in the TIE Corps. Kappa's members were also highly influential within the wider realm of the Emperor's Hammer. Reb Crush, Dash Riprock and Tempest were active members of the Corporate Division, whilst Algaron, Astarosta and Razor were often seen studying the darker side of the force as Sith pilots within the Dark Brotherhood. Special mention should also go to Jan Wemmel who was instrumental in spreading the Empire's reach through his role in the Advanced Guard. His participation in the Jedi Cons in Germany and the creation of the EH Publicity Leaflet have also been deservedly rewarded. He was also part of the Wing II medical team, with Jan being the Nurse and Astarosta the mad Doctor. However, if one occasion was to picked out to encapsulate the achievements of Kappa Squadron it would be in Lieutenant Commander Tempest's creation of the new official logo of the Emperor's Hammer. A large number of entries were made, but it was his design (pictured left) which was chosen by the Fleet Commander as the winner. For his great efforts Temp received the Grand Order of the Empire - an honour few will ever match.

As for the roster development during that time, there was unusual high fluctuation. Of course, there are always some pilots joining and leaving, that's the way it goes. However, during the summer of 2001, there was a change of roster in almost every Weekly Report that Roasty sent out. Our numbers were constantly shifting between ten and eleven, and everyone was wondering if it would be possible to ever achieve full numbers.
It began with SL TK-9135, who joined our ranks freshly coming from the Daedalus in March, shortly followed by CM Sauron Tarrke, a Rho veteran coming from the Reserves in April. This put our strength at eleven (a landmark at that time), and it stayed that way when, at the end of the month, TK-9135 was AWOLed and SL Dark Horn joined on the very same day. As unlikely as it seems, the very same thing happened only a few weeks later, when LT Steffen Daniel Dunkat retired to the Reserves and was promptly replaced by Lieutenant Hermann, a former pilot of Hammer Squadron.
Our numbers dropped to ten when Lieutenant Dark Horn was declared AWOL, but only a few days later they were back to eleven, with the arrival of old Wing II veteran Colonel Calias. However, he didn't live up to the expectations and because of inactivity, he was removed from the roster again in August, on the same day replaced by returning Kappa veteran and former CMDR Hawkins. And then finally, when it already seemed like the twelfth member would never come, Hermann got in contact with a cadet on the Daedalus and convinced him to join. This new pilot, who made such a great impact on the squadron already when joining, was no other than LT Zyrax. It certainly had been a good first showing for one of the longest-serving members and future CMDR of Kappa Squadron.
All Kappans, and especially Astarosta, were highly excited about reaching a full roster. In a time where most of the TC squadrons were about 50% to 75% of their strength, this was an incredible achievement for a non-elite squadron, and this success has not yet repeated itself in the history of our Squadron.

To honor those twelve pilots who stood for the greatness of Kappa Squadron in August 2001, the roster is displayed below.

'''''The Full Kappa Roster of August 2001''''
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Flight 1
! Flight 2
! Flight 3
|-
| '''CMDR/LC''' Astarosta
| '''FL/CPT''' Algaron
| '''FL/CM''' Jan Wemmel
|-
| FM/LT Zyrax
| FM/LCM Reb Crush
| FM/LCM Tempest
|-
| FM/LT Razor
| FM/CM Hawkins
| FM/LCM Hermann
|-
| FM/LCM Tim
| FM/LCM Dash Riprock
| FM/CM Sauron Tarrke
|}

The full roster lasted only until early September, when LCM Reb Crush left Kappa because he wanted to concentrate on his work for the Corporate Division, shortly after followed by LCM Dash Riprock for the same reason. But Kappa had used these weeks of high strength well, with LCM Tempest winning the Wing II Arena competition and bringing the "Champions of the Ring" title to Kappa. Also, CPT Algaron fired up the second season of his famous Wing II Pilots League, in which Astarosta, Tempest, Hermann and Zyrax stormed the charts right form the start.

The Squadron size being back at ten didn't mean any setback in activities at all. Tim was busy designing webpages, most notably Commodore Proton's Sovereign Site, while Algaron took over the Kappa webmaster job and also started work on his fiction epic "Apocalypse Rising". Tempest continued to make graphics and released the first version of the highly appraised [[TTT|TTT, Tempest's Tailoring Tool]], a program that easily creates TC uniforms. Hermann put some effort into contacting cadets on the training platform Daedalus to fill Kappa's empty spots, while Zyrax flew and won the Sovereign Surprise Contest. It probably doesn't even need to be mentioned that everyone was engaged in the Wing II Pilots League, too - and with quite good results. Roasty eventually won the overall event, and other Kappans placed excellent as well. All this outstanding activity surely contributed to Wing II being awarded the "TCCOM's Own" award that September.

Activity remained at that high levels until the end of the year. Excellent competitions like the Kappa Oktoberfest, Jack's Ultimate Scramble, the Sov Mascot Power Battles and an inter-squad competition against Stalker kept the Squadron busy, and the high and successful participation in almost everything that was going on ensured Kappa being named Wing Commander's Own for the month of October. Unfortunately, but perhaps inevitably, Kappa lost a number of pilots during that period of high activity. CM Sauron Tarrke and LT Razor left the Squadron because RL obligations took too much time away from them, while CM Jan Wemmel accepted an invitation from Praetorian for a Tour of Duty. However, these losses were compensated for when the ever-transfer-happy CM Ninja returned once more, and veteran pilot LC Todbringer stepped down from Sigma Command and took a Flight Member's spot in Kappa.

Dark butts were gathering on the horizon at the beginning of 2002. Turmoils in Argentina, Astarosta's home country, caused his communications to become sporadic, then ceased entirely. For quite a long time, it remained uncertain if Roasty would be able to come back to active duty. Tempest filled in as A-CMDR, however he couldn't prevent the activity to drop from extremely high to almost nothing. In January, LCM Tim left the Squadron to take on a FL position in Sin Squadron, soon followed by LCM Hermann, who, displeased with Kappa's paralyzed state, followed an invitation for a Tour of Duty in Praetorian Squadron. The rest of us kept waiting and hoping for Astarosta's return.
Unfortunately, nothing was heard from Kappa's Commander until early February, when Wing Commander Ford was forced to declare him AWOL and remove him from the roster.
This truly was a black day in Kappa's History. To the present day, Roasty is considered the best CMDR Kappa ever had, and he was the first inductee into the Kappa Squadron “[[Hall of Fame]]”. He would eventually return to the Squadron as a pilot. But for the moment, the commanding chair was vacant, and despite the sadness about Roasty's sudden disappearance, Kappa had to look into the future and find its way back to activity. The man to fill Roasty's big boots and achieve this goal had obviously a stony road ahead of him, but Algaron, Leader of Kappa's Fight II and former Zeta Commander, was not afraid to walk down that road and write his chapter in the annals of Kappa.

===The [[Algaron]] Years - February 2002 to October 2002===

Captain Algaron was no stranger to the Command Chair. He had been the successful head of Zeta Squadron before his transfer to Kappa. But here, the situation would be different. Here, he inherited a Squadron full of both legends and rising stars. He also had the immense responsibility of following Astarosta. The challenge facing him was undoubtedly daunting. It is the belief of this historian, that had any man other than Captain Algaron Xerves stepped into the spot, he would have failed.

Algaron took over a Squadron at half strength, and immediately set aside recruitment as one of his chief goals. He asserted this position by endowing Lieutenant Commander Tempest with the position of Kappa Squadron Recruitment Coordinator. It would be an appointment that would yield promising dividends. Algaron also implemented several new ideas during his tenure. The first was the Kappa Activity Points System (KAPS), a new method of tracking the activity of a given pilot. Built into this was a "Roll Call" system used to keep pilots in contact, with a reward in KAPS points. The entire system kept a pilot engaged, busy, and successful. Training missions and fiction competitions led Kappa back to activity. The beginning of March saw the return of Commander Jan Wemmel from his tour with Praetorian, and it was at this time that the storied lineage of Kappa’s past met the cutting edge of it’s promising future. Unfortunately, Jan didn't stay very long, as he was appointed as the new Fleet Medical Officer in April, gaining the rank of Rear Admiral. Shortly before we had already lost another veteran, CM Hawkins, who had been inactive for a while and was declared AWOL.

However, the return of Kappa legend COL "Roasty" Astarosta as well as Kappa veteran LCM Dash Riprock evened things out again.

Prior to this time, the Kappans had been known as "The Spirits of Wing II" which had many comical inferences as to the pilots time spent in the Cantina. Smashed beer kegs and naked women adorned the hulls of many of the pilots, and good times were the norm. But the kids that Colonel Astarosta had brought up from infancy were now maturing into veterans. The party boys of Kappa had grown up, and were ready to change, to accommodate a look that would mirror their status as one of the premier squadrons of the Wing. Thus, Captain Algaron announced a new look was to be adopted, and the Squadron was to decide upon it. Kappa would henceforth be known as "The Dragons of Wing II", and the flights were renamed to "Gryphon", "Wyvern", and "Midgard". And so passed the birth of the Dragons of Kappa, who continue to ride to this day.
Another novelty introduced by Algaron was the Kappa Hall of Fame, created to honour those who had contributed the the Squadron's success in a special way. The first seven names to get written down there were Astarosta (obviously), Tempest, Jan Wemmel, Wlodek, Deacan, Amadeo and Algaron himself.
Following the picture link to the left, you will find the Kappa Homepage as it looked in March 2002. It's interesting how the colour scheme is already as it is today. You can also see some of the novelties, like the Hall of Fame, while the old Squadron and Flight mottos/nicknames are still in place.

All throughout April, Captain Algaron had felt the sentiment of anxiety among his men. These boys had a new look, new pilots, and new energy. Training and competing for KAPS was one thing. Now it was time for the Dragons to spread their wings and put their newly found strength to a test. Immediately Algaron went to work looking for a suitable opponent. He would find two, and fight both - simultaeneously. The first was an inter-wing rivalry with Sin Squadron, the second was a slightly larger fish: The elite Praetorian Squadron, poster boys of the Intelligence Division, dreaded for good flying as well as having snatched the one or other good Kappa pilot away from the Squad in the past. It was obvious that Algaron wanted to put Kappa to a true test of skill - and his pilots wouldn't disappoint him.
Both competitions were won, through excellent participation and skill. Especially the one against Praetorian, who went over four rounds, was a very tough fight. After Praetorian had lost the first round by a very close margin and scored quite badly in the second one due to low participation, they woke up for the third encounter and closely won it. It all would be decided in the fourth and final week. At that critical point, it didn't bode well that CM Ninja left us again, to take command of Slayer Squadron. Kappa was lucky that it had been reinforced by MAJ Artyis shortly before, a former Sigman and experienced pilot. Despite an impressive fightback by the elite Praetorians in the final week, they couldn't win back the ground they had lost in the first two rounds, and Kappa emerged victorious.
Shortly after the competition had ended, Kappa got another new member in form of CM Regis Knox. Just like Artys, he had been a Sigma pilot before and decided to serve in Kappa when his old squadron was closed due to lack of pilots. These two veterans were a great help in the upcoming competitions, before they returned to Sigma when it reopened in September.

And competitions were coming thickly for Kappa. Parallel to the two previously mentioned competitions, Imperial Storm III was running, although it must be said that it didn't create much distraction for the Kappa pilots. After the initial rounds were over, the Battlegroup Forces, who had been beaten badly and promptly claimed that the competition was run badly, fled not only from the battlefield, but from the entire war-game as well. This gave the Sovereign eternal bragging rights, as well as affording Kappa Squadron the luxury of focusing on the next upcoming inter-squad competition. Unimpressed by our victory against the elite Praetorians, Hammer challenged us for a similar four-week tournament.
At the same time, another competition was going on at Wing level, with Wing I being the opponent. This ended in another victory for Wing II, as always with Kappa having its good share in it. With all these victories, it appeared that Kappa had gone from one legend in Colonel Astarosta, to a new one with Major Algaron.

During that time, Kappa was not only highly active and successful in their cockpits, but it was also a time of increased website creation. Algaron constantly worked on improving the Kappa site, aided by Dash Riprock, who was also maintaining Kappa's Ship Encyclopaedia and the Kappa Battle Board. Meanwhile, Kappa's Recruitment Coordinator CM Tempest created a training guide for cadets and newcomers, which you can see by clicking on the picture link to the left.
His efforts in contacting and assisting cadets paid off when in late May, respectively early June, some fresh blood came to the Squadron with Cadets Shimir Sheerelk and Grinning Donkey. Both were up to a very active start in both the cockpit and the IWATS classrooms and were promoted to Lieutenant only days after arrival. Despite these new arrivals, who brought the Squadron's size back to ten, the competition against Hammer, which had started in the meantime, wasn't going well. All of Flight II (Todbringer, Regis Knox, Astarosta and Artyis) were either on leave or having technical difficulties. The newer pilots were struggling to compensate for the veteran's absence, but Kappa winning the first two rounds was more due to Hammer's low participation than Kappa's performance. With a desastrous participation of three pilots in the third round, and four in the fourth and last one, we turned the lead into a loss. Hammer became the first squadron in two years to defeat the Dragons.

It was mainly for the high motivation of the newer members that the Hammer competition didn't end even worse. It was a hard blow when one of these active newcomers, LT Grinning Donkey, was faced with an HCI trial and found guilty of cheating. Despite a valiant effort from both Major Algaron and Wing Commander Colonel Pellaeon, the verdict stood, and Grinning Donkey was reduced to a Sub-Lieutenant. He quickly was elevated to his previous rank, but the conviction left deep-running scars. He would stick around for some more time, but never became very active again. CM Regis Knox, seeing that his RL prevented him from being active, returned to the Reserves a short while later. And although there were opportunities for activity, such as the Tag Team Tournament, the Sovereign Bombing Run, or a Wing competition against Wing III, Kappa's participation in these events was everything but overwhelming.
As if all this had not been bad enough, In early September Algaron was also forced to remove the legendary Astarosta from the Kappa roster again, as he had been inactive for some weeks. Todbringer and Artyis left at the same time to flog to the banner of the reforming Sigma Squadron once more.

All these unfortunate setbacks, combined with hectic real-life conditions, seemed to mount increasingly against the stalwart Major Algaron, and he stepped down from command in early October. In his own words he cited the reason being "I can no longer do this prestigious position the justice that it deserves". Although these may have been his sentiments at the time, I am positive that all the Kappans who had the privilege of serving under Algy would beg to differ.
It would have been easy, following in the footsteps of such a legendary Commander as Colonel Astarosta, for Algaron to have resigned himself that he was doomed to fall short. However, Major Algaron Xerves was a Kappan, and thus could not do this. It would also be easy for us,looking comparatively at the two eras to pass judgment on who was the "better" Commander. This would be a grievous error. Astarosta was a great Commander, there is no questioning that fact. But Algaron was no less of a leader. The Squadron enjoyed eight months under his command, during which they undertook a suave new look, and saw their numbers swell to 10, even if it didn't last very long. He will be most noted however, for commanding Kappa to victory over Praetorian; considered by most to be the greatest Kappa victory in a one on one Squadron Competition. Algaron will forever have a place in the Kappa Hall of Fame, as well as in all our hearts.

Again, it was time to search for a replacement. The Squadron had enjoyed tours of duty from two of the most respected Kappans in history, and everyone was eager to see who was willing to step up to the challenge. They could not have found a better candidate. He had the experience, youth and energy that had become a trademark of the Kappa Commander. He had recieved one of the highest decorations the fleet had to offer, and was among the foremost in graphics design in the Emperor’s Hammer. Finally, after spending nearly two years as a loyal Kappan, and a considerable amount of time as Algaron’s right hand man, Commander Tempest was ready at last to take his rightful spot in the chair.

===The [[Tempest]] Years - October 2002 to February 2004===

It seems that all great Kappan Commanders do not inherit the prestige; it must be earned through a period of hardship. Tempest’s time would be no different. He would undergo several months of relative non-activity before getting his first big break. But once it came, it would rival all of the Squadron’s previous successes. Tempest took over the Squadron in mid-October, 2002. His first actions were similar to that of the previous group: He tried the reinstitution of the weekly "Kappa Meeting" in Airlock 54, and ordered the men to begin an extensive recruiting campaign in hopes of bringing new blood to the Dragons. It seemed tragically ironic, that his first two acts as Squadron Commander were to AWOL Kappa’s two newest members, Grinning Donkey and Shimir Sheerelk, who had both been inactive for several weeks. The Squadron’s roster fell to only four members, and Kappa was stripped of it’s hard earned Combat Citations. Thus the outlook during these first few weeks was rather grim.

However, a monumental piece of good news seemed to shift these minor setbacks to the side. Colonel Astarosta, the man who had led Kappa into this golden age of prosperity was to return to Kappa after a brief time in the reserves. Indeed, Tempest’s tenure would eventually become marked by returns, culminating in the Squadron’s own return to greatness - but that comes later. Roasty made his return in style, initiating a ruthless campaign of flying that earned him several high scores and contributed a lot to Kappa's fighting power.
The first combat operation that Tempest had the pleasure overseeing was one of what Kappa had become famous for: inter-squadron matches. This time it was to be against Sin. Beleaguered and beset by low numbers as Kappa may have been, it was still ready as ever for a fight. Low participation plagued Sin, and high motivation on Kappa's side let us win this competition with more than double the score Sin had achieved. Astarosta showed just how well "old farts" like him could fly by top-scoring in the contest.

Despite this promising start, Kappa did not live up to the expectations in the following Wing II RPG competition. If the Dragons were just tired of flying, or if the rules of that event were too difficult for some, or if they just went into hibernation over the Christmas holidays, is hard to say in retrospective. This sluggish pace continued, as all members of the Squadron seemed to be in a sort of recess. Things got worse when LCM Dash Riprock left the Squadron heading to the Reserves, leaving Kappa with only four members again at the beginning of February.
The lack of activity at that time was surely caused by the lack of competitions. However, this was only partly Tempest's fault. All CMDR's had been asked to postpone all entanglements to concentrate on "Operation Outrageous Fortune", which had been promoted as "the comp to end all comps". Sadly it turned out that this wargame wasn't so great at all. It was going very slowly (and would eventually be ended in an unspectacular ceasefire), and pilots all over the Sovereign spent most of their time waiting for the next move to occur.

To compensate for the lack of flying competitions, some Kappans turned to other activities, for example CPT Tempest, who won a graphics competition for a new TC banner, or Major Algaron, who gave another facelift to the Kappa Homepage, and pretty much the design it has until the present day (see picture link to the left). Flying activity, however, was very rare at that time.
This would change with the return of LT Shimir Sheerelk to active duty in March 2003. He immediately returned to the levels of activity that he already used to show after his first arrival to the squadron. His activity records, be it in flying, IWATS classes or recruiting (for which he was appointed the Squadron's Cadet Assistance Officer later), were second to none for many weeks and greatly contributed to the older Kappa guys getting their motivation back. And just in time, too: A storm was brewing on the bow of the Sovereign that would engulf the lives of these five pilots for the span of four months.

The Sovereign League (also called Sovereign Pilots League) was a competition concept familiar to some veterans, however, it had been sleeping for some time until LC Todbringer of Omega and MAJ Artyis of Sigma, both former Kappa pilots, decided to revive it and host a third round of this very prestiguous competition.

As is previously stated in this anthology, Kappa had fared well in the inaugural Sovereign League, making the playoffs and placing eighth (1999) respectively sixteenth (2000) in a very competitive field. Undoubtedly, this previous success was playing in the back of every Dragon’s mind, as there would be nothing better to mark their re-entry into prominence than a playoff berth in one of the premier tournaments in TIE Corps history. From the outset, things looked grim, though. Kappa was one of the smallest squadrons in the tournament. Indeed, they had but five members: Two old farts (Colonel Astarosta and Major Algaron) a middle aged Commander (Captain Tempest), a cock-sure rookie (Lieutenant Shimir) and an ace veteran who, for reasons known only to himself (rumor has it he liked the sound of "Lieutenant" the best) refused any and every promotion that came his way (Lieutenant Zyrax). In fact, Captain Tempest himself was quoted in a Squadron Report as saying "With our five pilots, there is no chance of winning much in this competition, that's clear... but I nevertheless want you to show some olympic spirit and participate in this." This rather sceptical attitude came from the fact that from each squadron, the best six scores would count. With Kappa having only five members, they were obviously disadvantaged. As it would turn out, Kappa's motivation to rise to the top again compensated for that. They were encouraged by some motivational speeches from Shimir, by the good results during the playoff phase (Kappa emerged 3rd from it, after Omega and Praetorian), and by their very good showing in another competition that took place at the same time as the SL playoffs.

That second competition was The Theta Squadron Invitational, a knockout tournament between eight squadrons. Zekk Terrik, Theta's CMDR and host of this event, had originally wanted this comp to be a good deal larger, but unfortunately, he found only eigth squadrons brave enough to go into this comp while at the same time the prestiguous Sovereign League was on. The squadrons were Theta, Eta, Yod, Tempest, Inferno, Sin, Sigma, and, of course, Kappa. Although the Dragons mainly concentrated on the SL playoffs, they showed an excellent performance. With victories over Theta, Sigma and Yod, Kappa emerged victorious from this event and was declared champion, earning every pilot in the squad an Iron Star with Gold Wings. Apart from these awards, the success greatly contributed to the Dragons' self-confidence in the upcoming knockout phase of the Sovereign League.

And still, the good luck for Kappa wasn't running out yet. In early June, the squadron saw the return of one of its most famous and oldest members, Jan Wemmel, who had retired from his desk job as Medical Officer and his rank of Rear Admiral to fly with the Dragons again. The timing could not have been better, as the final phase of the Sovereign League, the all-deciding knockout round, was about to begin.

Even with the unfortunate fact that Shimir had problems flying TIE battles on his Mac, and therefore couldn't contribute to the knockout matches, Kappa handily beat Pi Squadron to win their quarter finals match of the Sovereign League, and advanced to a semifinal battle against Praetorian. Everything depended on if Kappa could duplicate the success that had enjoyed under Algaron, which had been the last time Kappa had gone head to head with the Praetorians. Unfortunately for the Dragons, the Praetorians lived up to their elite reputation this time, and through flying skill and higher numbers, they advanced to the finals against Omega (where they were defeated), while Kappa fought and won its last SL battle against Yod for third place.
Although Kappa finished this competition with a third place "only", it has to be counted as one of the greatest successes in the competition history of Kappa, since the Dragons showed that they were second only to the elite squadrons, despite being below half strength. Out of the 29 squadrons that were in the SL, Kappa had beaten 27, most of the time with only five pilots, and had presented itself as one of the best squadrons in the TIE Corps.

Despite this great and unexpected success, Kappa did not waste too much time on celebrating. Shimir was already engaged in another comp, the "General's Sovereign Summer Patrol", a competition led by WC Stele Pellaeon that had started already while the SL was still going and which required every participating pilot to fly seven missions a week... for nine weeks without reprieve. Shimir's flying energy appeared to be limitless and earned him another IS-GW in the end. Follow the picture link to the left to see the competition homepage.

But also for the rest of the squadron, a new challenge was already waiting. Only days after the SL had come to its happy end, the Dragons found themselves in an inter-squadron-matchup with Tempest Squadron, whose Commander had challenged Kappa for a test of skill. Needless to say, the mood was optimistic.
Just in time for this, so it seemed, was the arrival of a new pilot from the Training Platform Daedalus. Sub-Lieutenant Jules Vega joined the Dragons in early August of 2003 and was greeted with great enthusiasm. Unfortunately, Vega never became an active member of the squadron. After some initial mail activity, he was never heard from and was removed from the roster only five weeks later.

Even without the expected reinforcement, Kappa defeated Tempest Squadron without greater problems and soon looked out for new challenges. Kappa did its share in Imperial Storm IV, which was won by the Sovereign team (again), as well as in a wing competition against the Grey Wolf (Wing XI) and the Challenge (Wing XIII), which had TIE, XvT, XWA and graphics portions and in which Wing II totally destroyed the opposition with 144 to 60 to 3 points.
One of the strongest pillars of activity up to this time had been LCM Shimir Sheerelk. Unfortunately, his activity dropped significantly towards the end of the year 2003, and with him, the squadron went back to a state of hibernation for a while. When the Sovereign wings engaged the Intrepid and the Vanguard in an inter-ship-competition, they did so without any participation from Kappa. Another Tournament cooked up by Todbringer (one of the Sovereign League initiators), named the "Sovereign Cup", was unfortunately cancelled because he had massive problems with the newly introduced EHBL.

More sad news were in store for Kappa in mid-November, when the long-serving veteran Algaron decided to leave Kappa and retire to the reserves due to RL obligations and his low activity level. A newcomer from Daedalus, SL Thud Asphalt joined the squad only days later, but obviously, that couldn't fully cushion the blow. Fortunately, it turned out that Algy's absence didn't last long - he moved back into his quarters two months later, in January of 2004.

===The [[Zyrax]] Years - February 2004?? to ???===

*records lost - Archivists are on the job to locate them.

==Modern Squadron History==

===March 31, 2014 - [[Gamma Squadron]] becomes the new Kappa===

'''*The following was written by FA [[Elwood the Brave]] - current [[TIE Corps Commander]]'''

When I returned to the TIE Corps as Flight Member in Gamma squadron the TIE Corps was struggling with a bad bureaucratic system and decreasing numbers.

Gamma CMDR back in those days was General [[Daniel Bonini]]. The finest and most likely strongest and most experienced leader I have ever met during my times in the TIE Corps. He was the one that pulled the strings in the background that were meant to change the whole future of the TIE Corps. He pushed forward the restructuring of the TIE Corps bureaucratic system, away from the far to centralized Emperor's Hammer based system to separated and far more efficient TIE Corps own one.

When Fleet Admiral [[Jedi Eclipse]] stepped down from his [[TIE Corps Commander]] position to concentrate on his work as Command Attache of the IO, Daniel Bonini was appointed as TCCOM and High Admiral.

Daniel Bonini's successor as Gamma CMDR was the former Flight Leader of Gamma Flight 2, Colonel [[Mark Schueler]]. New Flight 2 Flight Leader, after Mark Schueler freed up the spot was no other than myself, as MAJ Elwood the Brave back than. Unfortunately the good Colonel was too busy and far to involved in the office of the Logistics Officer and thus had to step down from the Gamma CMDR spot after only 4 months in service. And again I followed the good Colonel and became CMDR of Gamma.

During the next 9 months I was allowed to lead Gamma through a time of great unrest and hectic changes for the TIE Corps. Every day new recruits were coming, every day those fresh recruits were dying. Still the TIE Corps numbers were growing and that lead to new squadrons being commissioned within short times. The new threat coming from the huge offensive called "[[Star Conflict]]" drove all the loyal and enthusiastic among the young men within the Emperor's Hammer territories to join our fleet as pilots.

With these growing numbers the [[ISDII Hammer]] soon became crowded and a new ISDII, the Warrior was planned and, after a fantastic short time, commissioned. The crew, or better the squadron commanders, aboard the ISD II Hammer were asked by the [[TIE Corps Commander]], High Admiral Daniel Bonini, which squadron volunteered for the new ISD. About the same time, HA Bonini told me in secret that I would be the future Commodore of the ISDII Hammer and that High Admiral Frodo March would take the command over the [[ISDII Warrior]].

Even though I didn't want to lose those pilots under my command I decided, together with the rest of Gamma squadron, that Gamma should be one of the squadrons that would transfer to the Warrior. When I heard that HA Bonini decided to agree to this transfer, I contacted HA [[Frodo March]] and recommended my most promising pilot in Gamma to be my successor as commander of Gamma, Lt. Commander [[Starkillerny]], Flight Leader of Gamma Flight 2 back then. HA March agreed and, once Gamma was transferred over to then Warrior and renamed to Kappa, Starkillerny was promoted to the rank of CM and appointed as Gamma Commander, while I was appointed as Commodore of the ISD II Hammer and promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral.

From that moment on I knew I would most likely never ever command such a fine and exclusive squadron again. I still look back at those times with a smile on my face and a tear in the eye. We've had great times together in Gamma, I've had great times there. But those times are the past now and it is up to the next generation to lead former Gamma, now Kappa Squadron into the future.

===Starkillerny aka Ulrich Drachen's and the New Kappa===

===Drake Starfire's as KMDR===

===Repulsor===

===Aardvark===

May 2022 saw The Warrior's squadrons increase to four flights of four pilots. This was done as a test to see how squadrons would operate with four flights. The initial members of Kappa Flight IV were LC randyrumrnr and LT Crono Zeal Mawell. They were eventually joined by CM JetMech and LT Cooker. Flight IV's nickname was chosen to be the "Dragon's Fangs" and the motto as "Our Bite Is Worse Than Our Roar".

In August, 2022, the conclusion was reached that four flight squadrons posed some unique challenges with regard to roster flexibility and competitions that involve squadron placement. As such, Kappa IV was closed and those pilots were reassigned. LT Mawell moved to the Reserves, CM JetMech and LC randyrumrnr were assigned to the reformed Sigma Squadron on The ISDII Warrior and LT Cooker moved to Kappa Flight One. LT Cooker did not stay there long as they were soon promoted to LCM Cooker and assumed a Flight Leader position when CPT Shang Khan moved to the Reserves and CPT Sparky reassumed SQXO duties.

==Competition History==

===TIE Corps Competition History===

*[[Raise the Flag 2014]] - The squadron had a good all-around performance with 5 pilots participating in the event. Earning 619 Points and Finished in 5th Place.
** Kappa's Top Pilots
*** KMDR/CPT [[Ulrich Drachen]] with 199 points
*** MAJ [[Repulsor]] with 134 points
*** LC [[Tempest]] with 71 Points.

*[[Raise the Flag 2015]] - The Squadron showed massive improvement with 5 Pilots participating in the event earning a total score of 1010. The Squadron finished in 5th place.
**Kappa's Top Pilots
*** KMDR/CPT Ulrich Drachen with 406 Points taking 1st place in the MP Bonus Comp.
*** CM Hawkins with 181 points who also took 1st Place in the Bonus GFX Comp and placed 3rd in the Fiction Comp.
*** MAJ Repulsor with 52 points.

*[[Raise the Flag 2016]] - Kappa came out strong for this years Raise the Flag competition earning 2556 points and finishing in 2nd Place! With a lot of new faces and some returning Veterans, Kappa squadron was the only squadron in the modern history of the RtF to have all 12 members earn points in the event. The Squadron joined forces with Theta Squadron to help secure the Warriors 3rd straight RtF Victory. KAPPA HYPE!
**Kappa's Top Pilots
***KMDR/LC Ulrich Drachen with 1026 points (and a 5th place finish)
*** COL [[Daniel Stephens]] with 577 points, and a 9th place finish.
*** LC Repulsor with 116 points.

[[image:Kappa banner.jpg|1000px|alt text]]

'''''The Full Kappa Roster for 2016 Raise the Flag'''''
'''''---100% Event Participation!'''''
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Flight 1
! Flight 2
! Flight 3
|-
| '''KMDR/LC''' Ulrich Drachen
| '''FL/CPT''' Sparky
| '''FL/CM''' leocadio
|-
| FM/LC Repulsor
| FM/COL Crsepe
| FM/LT Lucifer Scorpio Romanov
|-
| FM/LCM Bodhan Grayson
| FM/LT Rachel Drakon
| FM/LT Christopher Winchester
|-
| FM/COL Daniel Stephens
| FM/LT Volac Kingang
| FM/LCM Junazee
|}

*[[Raise the Flag 2017]] - For the 2nd straight year Kappa was the TIE Corps #2 Squad earning 1698 points behind Theata Squadron. This of course helped the ISD Warrior earn it's 4th straight victory!
**Kappa's Top Pilot's
*** KMDR/COL [[Plif]] with 572 points
*** COL [[Hawkins]] with 461 points
*** COL Ulrich Drachen with 54 points.

*[[Raise the Flag 2018]] - Dropping to 5th place Kappa still earned an impressive 1133 points helping the ISD Warrior earned its 5th straight victory.
**Kappa's Top Pilots
*** KMDR/CPT [[Aldaric]] with 435.5 points
*** COL Hawkins with 267 Points
*** LT [[Kiba]] with 57 points

*[[Raise the Flag 2019]] - Due to the delayed shipment of KAPPA Hype the ISDII Hammer stole the victory away from the Warrior Squadrons and Kappa's disappointing turnout. Only earning 5 points from General [[Dunta Polo]]. :(

*[[Raise the Flag 2020]] - Due to Kappa's closure in July 2020 the squadron didn't take part in this event. This event did see the Warrior return to its winning ways by claiming it's 6th Title in 7 years!

'''''The Full Kappa Roster for 2021 Raise the Flag'''''
'''''---100% Event Participation!'''''
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Flight 1
! Flight 2
! Flight 3
|-
| '''KMDR/MAJ''' Aardvark
| '''FL/MAJ''' Sparky
| '''FL/CM''' Shang Khan
|-
| FM/LT LIMiNAMO
| FM/COL Farrin Xies
| FM/LT Purpletiger_z
|-
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| FM/CM Rachel Drakon
| FM/GN Dunta Polo
|-
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| FM/COL Ulrich Drachen
|
|}
*[[Imperial Storm 4 (Apr/May 2022)]] - Kappa Squadron helped push The Warrior to victory in Imperial Storm 4.

*[[TIE Corps in Battle - Season 4 (Feb-May 2022)]] - KMDR/LC Aardvark wins the event and the title of TIE Corps Battlemaster. GN Mark Schueler and LC randyrumrnr contribute to the efforts that clinch Kappa Squadron a second place victory.

===Wing Competition History===

*Warrior League 2015 - Single PLayer Missions - 3rd Place
**Top Scores - LC Repulsor with 85.50 points, LCM Bodhan Grayson with 13.02 points and Maj Ulrich Drachen with 3.16 points.

*Warrior League 2016 - Multiplayer - 1st place with 727 Point
**Top Scores - LCM Bodhan Grayson (262 points) 1st place Overall, LC Ulrich Drachen (221 points 3rd Place overall and COL Daniel Stephens with 111 points.

[[image:TSI 2003 Champs.jpg|center]]

===Squadron Competition History===
This section is under construction.

==Squadron Awards==
Kappa Squadron members with a history of strong activity and meritorious service to both the Squadron and the TIE Corps as a whole are eligible to be inducted to [[The Order of the Eddyphotamus Dragon]]. The award was inaugurated in 2015, with two-time Squadron Commander LC [[Ulrich Drachen]] as the inaugural inductee.

==Order of Induction==
*LC [[Ulrich Drachen]] - Inaugural Inductee - Awarded December 2015
*VA [[Hawkins]] - Inducted on June 28, 2016
*LC [[Repulsor]] - Inducted on December 24, 2016

==Images==
[[image:kappa.jpg|center]]

* Weekly Squadron Report (created by LT Rhace) - [[image:KappaWSR-2.png]]

* Alt Squadron Patch and Banner were also created by LT Rhace - [[image:Kappa patch.png]]

*KAPPA HYPE Beverage Can Created by LC [[Impulse]]
[[image:Kappa_2.jpg]]

==Squadron Kommanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! Kommander (KMDR)
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Rank
|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Shador]] || January 31, 1999|| June 11, 1999 || 5 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Captain
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[Wlodek]] || June 12, 1999|| September 17, 1999 || 2 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Rank Unsure
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[Hawkins]] || September 18, 1999 || March 24, 2000 || 6 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Commander
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Deacan]] || March 25, 2000 || September 1, 2000 || 6 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Captain
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Astarosta]] || September 3, 2000 || February 7, 2002 || 2 Years 5 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Colonel
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[Algaron]] || February 7, 2002 || October 1, 2002 || 8 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Captain
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Tempest]] || October 21, 2002 || May 24, 2004 || 1 Year 8 Months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Lieutenant Colonel
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Zyrax]] || February 1, 2004 || Unknown || ?? months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Commander
|- valign="top"
! 9 || [[Moagim Daar]] || April 17, 2005 || October 21, 2006 || 1 Year 6 months || [[SSSD Sovereign]] || Lieutenant Colonel
|- valign="top"
! 10 || [[Kaisin Mirtez]] || January 25, 2009 || August 24, 2009 || 6 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || General
|- valign="top"
! 11 || [[Starkillerny]]* || April 4, 2014 || August 28, 2014 || 5 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Captain
|- valign="top"
! 12 || [[Drake Starfire]] || September 21, 2014 || November 27, 2014 || 2 months 1 week || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Commander
|- valign="top"
! 13 || [[Repulsor]] || December 4, 2014 || October 20, 2015 || 10 Months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Lieutenant Colonel
|- valign="top"
! 14 || [[Ulrich Drachen]]* || October 20, 2015 || November 1, 2016 || 12 Months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Colonel
|- valign="top"
! 15 || [[Plif]] || November 1, 2016 || August 6, 2017 || 9 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || General
|- valign="top"
! 16 || [[Dunta Polo]] || August 20, 2017 || February 16, 2018 || 5 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || General
|- valign="top"
! 17 || [[Aldaric]] || May 15, 2018 || December 13, 2019 || 1 year, 6 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Major
|- valign="top"
! 18 || [[Plif]]** || December 13, 2019 || May 3, 2020 || 4 months, 28 days || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Fleet Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 19 || [[Aldaric]]*** || May 3, 2018 || July 8, 2020 || 2 months 3 days|| [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Commander
|- valign="top"
! 20 || [[Sparky]] || October 15, 2020 || March 15, 2021 || 5 months || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || Captain
|- valign="top"
! 20 || [[Aardvark]] || March 15, 2021 || ''April, 2026'' || ''5 years'' || [[Warrior|ISD II Warrior]] || General

==Notes==
* *Starkillerny aka Ulrich Drachen.
* **Plif served as acting CMDR, first as SOO and then as TCCOM.
* ***Aldaric served as KMDR a short time. With the KMDR spot vacant and for other reasons Kappa Squadron was closed (again) on July 19th, 2020

==Kappa Fictions==

This is a list of Fictions written by Kappa Members or about the Squadron itself:

*[[Raise the Flag 2015 fictions]]
*[[Another Day in Kappa Squadron]] by Capt [[Deacan]]
*[[With the Back Against the Wall]] by Capt [[Deacan]]

[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

User:Ossusplayz

2026-04-06T18:55:02Z

Ossusplayz:

[[Alexandre Morgan]]. BGIICOM. For the Empire! Long may it reign.

User:Ossusplayz

2026-04-06T18:54:21Z

Ossusplayz: positional update

BGIICOM. For the Empire! Long may it reign.

Rho Squadron

2026-03-31T16:28:19Z

Ossusplayz: updated CMDR

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|xo= Vacant
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
*[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025 Update.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' Vacant
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' Vacant
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the 2025 Raise the Flag competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

===35 ABY (2026)===
When Morgan was promoted to BG2COM upon fr0Zen's retirement, [[OL"Davy Jonez]] was nominated and promoted to Rho Squadron CMDR right as the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet pushed further into First Order space during Imperial Storm VIII.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || 23 March 2025 || 1y, 3m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || 26 March 2026 || 1y, 3d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
! 9 || [[OL"Davy Jonez]] || 28 March 2026 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Major]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2025.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Warrior

2026-03-31T16:22:34Z

Ossusplayz: updating COM to vacant

{{EH Ship
|image=[[File:Warrior.gif]]
|class=ISDII
|name=Warrior
|battlegroup=Battlegroup II
|commodore=Vacant
|nickname=Siegebreaker
|motto="The Only Way Forward is Through"
|wing=Wing II
|status=Active
}}

The Imperial-II Star Destroyer ''Warrior'' is home to TIE Corps [[Wing II]] and the flagship of [[Battlegroup II|Battlegroup II]] within the First Recon Division. The battlegroup is commanded by the [[Battlegroup Commander]], currently [[Vice Admiral (TIE Corps)|Vice Admiral]] [[fr0Zen]].

==History==
===Construction and the Early Days: 8 BBY– 4 ABY===
The keel of the Imperial II-class Star Destroyer SD-KDY-42 was laid down at the Kuat Drive Yards in 8 BBY; one of sixteen ISD hulls that commenced construction in Batch Aleph-2 under then-Moff Tarkin’s expansion of the Navy’s destroyer fleet. Construction of SD-KDY-42 was completed in 6 BBY with shake-down trials completed the following year. In 5 BBY, SD-KDY-42 was officially named the ISD-II Warrior by Admiral Demetrius Zaarin, alongside the Thunderer, Implacable and Stalwart from the same Batch.

[[File:KuatDriveYards.jpg|thumb|300px|left|]]

The Warrior’s first assignment was to Battlegroup Omar, under command of Captain Tobias Raya, where she performed protective duties of the system’s TIE fighter research and production facilities. Despite the rare pirate incursion and odd scouting mission into neighbouring systems, this would prove a largely uneventful tour for Captain Raya and the rest of the Battlegroup. The momentous, galaxy-shaking events taking place elsewhere Corewards passed by the Omar system with only holonet mentions of the destruction of the first Death Star at the hands of terrorist dissidents.

The relative calm of the system was shattered in 4 ABY, when turncoat Grand Admiral Zaarin – the same flag office who named the Warrior, arrived in system with a fleet to destroy the TIE fighter production facilities. The Battlegroup was outnumbered and outmatched – Zaarin completely destroyed his targets, but not without taking losses. The ensuing fleet engagement saw the destruction of two destroyers, six medium hulls and numerous lighter craft. The Warrior itself did not escape unscathed, suffering heavy hull damage and the loss of over half of its fighter and bomber complement. With Omar lost and the Battlegroup in tatters, the Warrior’s Captain gave the order for the ship to flee Corewards in the hope of salvation.

===New Galaxy Order: 4 ABY – 10 ABY===
It took four months for the Warrior to finally limp into the rings of the Kuat Drive Yards for much needed repair and reconstitution. But the Warrior came back to a galaxy in turmoil. The Emperor was dead – slain according to the rumours by his own acolyte, the dread Darth Vader who himself then vanished in the aftermath of the second Death Star’s destruction.

The terrorists responsible for setting the galaxy aflame then schemed to set themselves up as the so-called New Republic, claiming authority over all worlds. The Imperial fleet was in disarray, with Sector Admirals falling back to their own fiefdoms and enclaves. Other Imperial Admirals, sensing the impending chaos, grabbed what they could before setting themselves up as Warlords in their own right. Barely two weeks into a fraught repair schedule, the Warrior received orders to join Admiral Treuten Teradoc in the Centares system, the hub of the Maldrood sector where he was establishing his own dominion. Captain Raya refused, citing the lack of communication and confirmation of orders from High Command on Imperial Centre. A day later, under the guise of a routine resupply shuttle, a squad of Stormtroopers boarded the Warrior, breached the ship’s command bridge and gunned down Raya. His XO, Commander Doon, promptly dropped docking anchors and set course for Centares.

On arrival in Centares, the Warrior was quickly absorbed into High Admiral Teradoc’s growing fleet. A new Captain was installed, Rear Admiral Kari Bosch and the hangars took delivery of new fighter craft including a complement of 12 TIE Advanced.

[[File:ISDWarriorWallpaper.jpg|thumb|300px|right|]]

Teradoc promptly put Bosch to task; the Warrior spearheaded Teradoc’s expansion in the wider Maldrood Sector and saw action in numerous fleet engagements with Rebel forces attempting to bring the Warlord to heel. The most significant action took place in 5 ABY over the skies of Togoria, which had joined Teradoc’s Greater Maldrood hegemony the previous year. A large conquering Rebel force engaged the system defence fleet; the Warrior and accompanying fleet of four Destroyers was already en route to consolidate Teradoc’s grip on the system when it emerged from hyperspace into a full-scale engagement already underway. The action lasted for over 18 hours; both sides suffered horrific casualties. Two Star Destroyers were lost with all hands although the Warrior itself suffered only minor damage and the loss of 27 fighters. The Rebels were driven off with a bloodied nose and Togoria was saved.

By 8 ABY, Teredoc's growing rivalry with fellow Warlord, Grand Admiral Zsinj, had erupted into full-scale conflict and for the first time, the guns of the Warrior fired on fellow Imperials. High Admiral Teradoc was growing ever increasingly paranoid and Grand Admiral Thrawn’s failed push for Imperial reclamation in 9 ABY only spurred on Teradoc’s delusions of threat. Bosch, a native of the political power plays of Coruscant, began to grow concerned for the safety of his own position and crew.

===A New Hope: 10 - 30 ABY===
Unbeknownst to the squabbling Warlords of the Core, in the far reaches of the Outer Rim an Imperial Warlord had been slowly, quietly, consolidating his own power and authority; Grand Admiral [[Ronin]]. Headquartered in the Aurora System, Ronin had amassed a considerable powerbase of fleets and industrialised planets, staying above the bickering of the Imperial Remnant and keeping Palpatine’s New Order alive.

In 10 ABY, High Admiral [[Kawolski]] was appointed as Executive Officer of Ronin’s Emperor’s Hammer Strike Fleet. Kawolski was an Imperial Academy classmate of Admiral Bosch. A message was sent to Bosch; it spoke of an opportunity to be part of something close to the Imperial glory of old, absent of politics and power struggles. Towards the close of that year, during a routine visit to one of Teradoc’s supplicant planets, the Warrior suffered a hyperdrive mishap and never emerged from hyperspace.

Bosch had made his play and transferred his loyalty and ship to Grand Admiral Ronin. The Warrior and her complement of crew and fighters was gladly received. Bosch’s first assigned was as lead Destroyer in Battlegroup V, part of the Auroran Homeguard. Not the most glamorous of assignments, but ship needed time to develop trust on both sides.

In 20 ABY, the Strike Fleet underwent significant restructure. By now, Bosch had been promoted and appointed Moff of the Hyperion System. Grand Admiral Ronin had retreated to the monastical life on Aurora and Grand Admiral [[Rapier]] now led the Fleet.
High Admiral [[Frodo March]] oversaw the reassignment of the Warrior to the First Recon Division’s Battlegroup II. With the move came a change to the ship’s fighter complement; [[Wing II]] now had a diverse range of craft to enable the Warrior’s new mission: Deep Space Depredation. These changes were not all without rancor. The Warrior’s crew had grown complacent with extended Homeguard duty and its new mission needed their edge sharpened. Admiral March, his tasking of overseeing the changes accomplished moved on, and Vice Admiral [[Plif]] took over reigns. In a bid to shake off the lethargy and regain the Warrior’s fighting spirit, the ship undertook several deep space offensive strikes against Rebel holdings. The Warrior performed beyond expectations and solidified its reputation as a hard-hitting ship with an exemplary crew.

Over the next few years, the Warrior produced a number of first-class commanding officers who went on to higher echelons within the Fleet, including future TIE Corps Commanders, Admirals [[Pete Mitchell]] and Plif. In 30 ABY, freshly minted Rear Admiral [[Zekk Terrik]], took command of the Warrior. Terrik, having proven himself as a ferocious pilot and CO of [[Sin Squadron]], was tasked by Fleet Admiral Plif to bring the Warrior to the forefront of the Fleet’s expansion into the Unknown Regions.

After Rear Admiral [[Zekk Terrik]]'s turbulent departure from the Commodore position, that left the ISDII Warrior in need of new direction. Sin Squadron once again provided the person who would take over the WarCOM, High Admiral [[Mordechi Wolfe]], who would lead the Warrior in [[Raise the Flag]] for 2021. After some months of leadership, the High Admiral decided that it was once again time to retire and left the position open.

===A New Order: 31 ABY - Current===

In a series of very odd circumstances, Vice Admiral [[Marenta Jean]] assumed the role of Commodore in 31 ABY, right before [[Imperial Storm]] IV, leading the Warrior to victory over the other two Battlegroups. Over her tenure, the Warrior saw new Commander step in, experimental squadron sizes, and many improvements to paperwork and moral. As [[Imperial Storm]] V approached, newly promoted Admiral Marenta, passed the reigns to the next BGCOM.

[[Rear Admiral]] JetMech was appointed captain of Battlegroup II and the Warrior in Imperial Storm V and shortly promoted to Battlegroup Commander.

== Unit Awards ==

{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="2" | Award
! Campaign/Competition
! Year
|-
|| [[image:Ribbon_mua.png|100px]] || [[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]] || [[Imperial Storm|Imperial Storm IV]] || 2022
|-
|| [[image:Ribbon_gcm_assurian_halo.png|100px]] || Assurian Halo Campaign Award || [[Imperial Storm|Imperial Storm V]] || 2023
|-
|| [[image:Ribbon_mua.png|100px]] || [[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]] || [[Raise the Flag 2023]] || 2023
|-
|| [[image:Ribbon_gcm_tkon_rift.png|100px]] || Tkon Rift Campaign Award || [[Imperial Storm|Imperial Storm VI]] || 2023
|}

Flagship of the [[TIE Corps]] for the years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2023, and 2024.
*[[Raise the Flag 2014]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2015]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2016]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2017]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2018]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2020]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2023]] Winner
*[[Raise the Flag 2024]] Winner

== Order of Battle ==
The following ships and units comprise the Warrior's Battlegroup:

*[[TIE Corps]] [[Wing II]]
** [[File:Kappa_Squadron_copy.png|35px]]  [[Kappa Squadron]] - Active
** [[Psi Squadron]] - Inactive
** [[File:Rho_Patch_2022.png|35px]]  [[Rho Squadron]] - Active
** [[File:55859-Sigma-Squadron-Uniform-Patch.png|35px]]  [[Sigma Squadron]] - Inactive
** [[File:2021SinPatch.png|35px]]  [[Sin Squadron]] - Active
** [[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|35px]]  [[Theta Squadron]] - Active

*Escort Carrier Cardinal
** 6 Squadrons

*Victory-II Star Destroyer Decimator
** 2 Squadrons

*Modified Immobiliser-418 Cruiser Harpax II
** 1 Squadron

*Dreadnaught Centaur
** 1 Squadron

*Assault Frigate Annihilator
** 2 Squadrons

*Nebulon B-2 Frigate Eradicator
** 1 Squadron

*Nebulon B Frigate Pan
** 1 Squadron

*Nebulon B Frigate Aedgillis
** 1 Squadron

*Strike Cruiser Mithras
** 1 Squadron

*Corellian Gunship Group Aeolos (3 craft)
** 1 Flight each

*Assassin-Class Corellian Corvette Group Illiad (3 craft)
** 1 Flight each

*CR-90 Corellian Corvette Group Minotaur
** 1 Flight each

*Odyssey Transport Squadron
*Aegyptius Shuttle Squadron
*Agamemmon Utility Squadron

==Commodores==
{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! COM
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Rank
|- valign="top"
! 1 || '''[[Frodo March]]''' || 31 Mar 2014 || 17 Aug 2015 || 16m, 18d || ISDII Warrior || High Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 2 || '''[[Plif]]''' || 17 Aug 2015 || 1 Nov 2016 || 14m, 16d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 3 || '''[[Hawkins]]''' || 1 Nov 2016 || 17 Dec 2016 || 1m, 16d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 4 || '''[[Len Eode]]''' || 1 Jan 2017 || 2 May 2017 || 4m || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 5 || '''[[Pete Mitchell]]''' || 2 May 2017 || 1 Aug 2017 || 3m || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 6 || '''[[Plif]]''' || 7 Aug 2017 || 11 Jul 2018 || 11m, 3d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 7 || '''[[Hav Antiel]]''' || 19 Jul 2018 || 16 Apr 2020 || 20m, 29d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 8 || '''[[Silvius]]''' || 9 May 2020 || 1 Jan 2021 || 7m, 23d || ISDII Warrior || Fleet Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 9 || '''[[Zekk Terrik]]''' || 1 Jan 2021 || 23 Aug 2021 || 7m, 21d || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 10 || '''[[Mordechi Wolfe]]''' || 7 Sep 2021 || 18 Feb 2022 || 5m, 12d || ISDII Warrior || High Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 11 || '''[[Marenta Jean]]''' || 26 Mar 2022 || 11 Mar 2023 || 12m, 11d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top"
! 12 || '''[[JetMech]]''' || 11 Mar 2023 || 6 May 2023 || 1m, 24d || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
|}

== Banners ==

[[File:Warrior_hawkins_1.jpg | 500px]]

[[File:Warrior_hawkins_2.jpg | 500px]]

[[File:Warrior20.jpg | 500px]]

== Patches ==

[[File:Warrior-patch-1.png | 240px]]

[[Category: Ships of the Emperor's Hammer]]

[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Category:Battlegroup II

2026-03-31T16:17:48Z

Ossusplayz: BG2COM update, added Aria Valen WC, minor text edits

{{Battlegroup
|battlegroup= Battlegroup II
|bgcom= [[Alexandre Morgan|Admiral Alexandre Morgan]]
|wc= [[Gilbert H. Frown|GN Gilbert H. Frown]] [[Aria Valen|MAJ Aria Valen]]
|fo=
|nickname= "The Committed"
|motto= "Leadership by All"
|wing= [[Wing II]] [[Wing IX]]
|status= Active
|patch= [[image:BGII Patch.png]]
}}

'''Battlegroup II''' is a naval battlegroup of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet under the command of the [[TIE Corps|TIE Corp's]] First Recon Division. Battlegroup II was reactivated the tenth month of 30 ABY to include the [[Warrior|ISDII Warrior]] and her associated squadrons and ships. In the fourth month of 31 ABY, the [[Relentless|ISDII Relentless]] was added to BGII's forces after a series of encounters with a hostile alien species, the [[Ishtari]].

[[file:BGII Banner.png|750px]]

=History=

Battlegroup II was formed under the Command of Admiral [[Marenta Jean]] in October of 30 ABY (2022) as the organizational division of battlegroup saw their return to the TC at large. This change persisted until the need for more ships of the First Recon Division arose. In that time, [[Rear Admiral]] [[JetMech]] had assumed command of the BG during the fleetwide [[Imperial Storm|Imperial Storm V]] in 31 ABY.
Shortly thereafter, [[Admiral|AD]] [[Marenta Jean]] returned to the Battlegroup commander role as JetMech stepped back to the Flight Lead Role in [[Theta Squadron|Theta]]. Eventually, after continued excellent service from Marenta, [[Rho Squadron]] leadership veteran [[Fr0Zen]], a multiple-time commander and oft-battlegroup-wide galvanizer, took the reins of the Battlegroup. He held the position for over two years, leading the Battlegroup to several massive competition wins, including a series of Raise the Flag victories. Upon his retirement to [[Theta Squadron]], [[Alexandre Morgan]] was promoted to the position. He continues to serve as BG2COM at the time of this writing.

When the [[Relentless]] was added to BGII's forces, members of Sigma Squadron elected to move to the [[Relentless]], opening [[Hammer Squadron]]. The addition of another Star Destroyer to the BGs happened just after the fleet (excluding the only undamaged ship, the [[Warrior]]) was forced to Tusorix for repairs. During this time, the [[Warrior]] was tasked with guarding the spaceport where the fleet was being repaired.

==Competition History==

Battlegroup II has an illustrious history that accompanies the history that its subsidiary Imperial Star Destroyers have, but has forged its own path since the institution of the battlegroup organizational level. Primarily, the Battlegroup has seen great success in competitions and exercises between the entire Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps subgroup. In addition, it has seen great conflict, especially considering for its brief time as a group.

Combating the Ishtari in its first campaign, the Battlegroup won the annual [[Raise the Flag]] competition in 31 ABY. This victory afforded it the privilege and responsibility to serve as the TIE Corps Commander's Flagship. Thus, for the following year after that victory, HA [[Plif]] resided on the [[Warrior|ISDII Warrior]], the chief Imperial Star Destroyer of the Battlegroup.

In addition to this [[Raise the Flag]] victory over the entrenched and determined Ishtari, the Battlegroup found success in the annual [[Imperial Storm]] competitions. As these competitions ceased to be in a strictly Battlegroup versus Battlegroup scenario, cooperation and coordination with the other two Battlegroups proved invaluable to tackling the continued Ishtari threat in the Battlegroup's first [[Imperial Storm]]. The Battlegroup found success in the fact that the Battlegroup's own [[Warrior|ISDII Warrior]] was unique in that it escaped the campaign unscathed, and equally the next year fought beside its two sister Battlegroups to combat the new external threat.

The Battlegroup moves into 32 ABY with optimism, seeking to expand squadron count, leadership opportunities, competition performance, and, primarily, continue to foster the beautiful culture that is so inherent to the [[Warrior|ISDII Warrior]] and the larger Battlegroup II.

=Subordinate Units=

The battlegroup is comprises of two Imperial II-class Star Destroyers and their respective space superiority lines.

* ''Imperial II''-class Star Destroyer ''[[Warrior]]''
** [[TIE Corps]] [[Wing II]]
*** [[File:Kappa_Squadron_copy.png|35px]]  [[Kappa Squadron]] - Active
*** [[Psi Squadron]] - Inactive
*** [[File:Rho_Patch_2022.png|35px]]  [[Rho Squadron]] - Active
*** [[Sigma Squadron]] - Inactive
*** [[File:2021SinPatch.png|35px]]  [[Sin Squadron]] - Active
*** [[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|35px]]  [[Theta Squadron]] - Active
** ''Warrior'' Space Superiority Line

* ''Imperial II''-class Star Destroyer ''[[Relentless]]''
**[[TIE Corps]] [[Wing IX]]
***[[Sword Squadron]] - Inactive
***[[Dagger Squadron]] - Inactive
***[[Crossbow Squadron]] - Inactive
***[[File:SPEAR SQUADRON (2).png|35px]] [[Spear Squadron]] - Active
***[[Hammer Squadron]] - Inactive
***[[Shield Squadron]] - Inactive
**''Relentless'' Space Superiority Line

=Battlegroup Commanders=
{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
| #
| BGCOM
| Took office
| Left office
| Time in office
| Location
| Rank
|- valign="top"
| 1 || '''[[Marenta Jean]]''' || 29 Oct 2022 || 11 Mar 2023 || 4m, 10d || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
| 2 || '''[[JetMech]]''' || 11 Mar 2023 || 06 May 2023 || 1m, 24d || ISDII Warrior || Rear Admiral
|- valign="top"
| 3 || '''[[Marenta Jean]]''' || 06 May 2023 || 13 Dec 2023 || 7m, 7d || ISDII Warrior || Admiral
|- valign="top'
| 4 || '''[[Fr0Zen]]''' || 13 Dec 2023 || 04 Mar 2026 || 2y, 2m, 18d || ISDII Warrior || Vice Admiral
|- valign="top'
| 5 || '''[[Alexandre Morgan]]''' || 26 Mar 2026 || ''Incumbent'' || ''Incumbent'' || ISDII Warrior || Admiral

Fr0Zen

2026-03-31T16:02:14Z

Ossusplayz: update for BG2COM/Theta FM

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:fr0Zen.png]]
|name= Adom "fr0Zen" Wietu
|birth= 13 BBY
|species= Pantoran
|gender= Male
|skin= Blue
|hair= White
|eyes= Blue
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Adom "fr0Zen" Wietu is a Flight Member in [[Theta Squadron]] and is the retired Battlegroup Commander of [[Battlegroup II]].
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Adom learned to be self-sufficient for two factors: the modest means of his upbringing, and for how his journey through early education left him without lasting friendships. The future ace pilot's skills were apparent early - causing jealousy and bitterness among his peers, leaving him suspect of the value in forging early relationships as his first attempts led to moments of betrayal repeatedly. While Pantora is known for its wisdom and maturity in an even balance of perceiving the matters of the greater galaxy, the youth have fiery spirits that they are slow to grow past.

The loss of his mother was a singularly impactful event - an event that spurred him from philosophical and esoteric studies into the path of a Pilot he lives to this day. The New Republic would never be able to restore the balance and order that Pantora enjoyed under the Empire's umbrella, and taking up Flight Wings means he has a direct hand in delivering that balance so that suffering on his home world under the New Republic will ease. The New Republic has never seen their moon as important enough to merit the level of resources enjoyed while the Emperor reigned.

====The Wietu Clan====
The family Wietu lived on modest means - but in comfort from a village who's first principal was "The more you share, the more your bowl will be plentiful."

As the scourge of the New Republic arose, the Wietu clan on Pantora suffered greatly from internal division. His father, Franix, blamed the Empire for the loss of the family's matriarch, Katlina, to a condition he believed was treatable if the Empire had been more supportive of Pantora's needs, and in essence the man he was died with her leaving a shell that fell into allegiance with factions supporting the New Republic.

His brother, Dawu, teetered on allegiance for years before seeing the virtue of faith in restoring the Empire - in no small part due to the example set by Adom's sister, Molia - who studied medicine at the Imperial University, serving within the fleet to this day.

Service in the Empire's hands was the best path to a better future for both Adom and his sister, Molia - while their brother Dawu carved out a successful life serving independently as a Network Architect for the Galatic Data Relay System.
===Adulthood===
The only known occupation on his record prior to serving in the fleet was as a Cantina Barkeep. Those who know him best perceive that time as a contributor to the even spirit and ability to find the most important battle to fight, no matter how large or small - no matter how chaotic a situation might seem to less experienced members of the fleet.

The loss of his mother was a singularly impactful event - an event that spurred him from philosophical and esoteric studies into the path of a Pilot he lives to this day.

Graduating with honors from the Imperial Flight Academy was the moment that opened all of Adom Wietu's future. The fact that the Academy was no longer located on Coruscant due to the overthrow of Emperor Palpatine had no impact for his pride in taking up service.

Wietu has at times focused on artistic pursuits in the written word and the challenges of musicianship. He also is known to enjoy a good drink, a bit of smoke - the habits prone to a working class member of the Galaxy.

Prone to a disarming laughter at both the tautness of Command's expectations and to the antics of younger pilots fresh from the Academy, Wietu is known for being a dedicated listener with a mind for finding solutions and balance where others see only problems and disorder.

====TIE Corps====
With a distinguished career that has seen time excelling in all the single pilot craft offered by our fleet, Wietu was an easy choice to be appointed Commander of Rho Squadron aboard the ISDII Warrior. His prowess at successfully dogfighting in TIE/sa Bombers gave him special strength in training pilots for maximum deadliness in TIE/IN Interceptors.

A vision he received while visiting his home world of the Pantoran Moon led him to step away from his role as Commander, returning to a flight member status in deference to a steadier hand in [[Westric Davalorn|Westric Davalorn]] - a decision made due to the intensity of seeing the entire destruction of Rho Squadron in that vision, and Wietu's feeling from the vision that the loss was his fault for not pursuing a change to shielded craft as the dangers from improvements to Rebellion fighters became more prevalent.

Seeing the ongoing growth trajectory of Rho Squadron under Davalorn's leadership - and the resulting outcome being commendation for the squad to convert into TIE/Advanced - has been a blessing of relief for Wietu. The recurring flashes of his terrifying vision ceased in full since the change of craft and have not returned.

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Relentless

2026-03-31T16:00:41Z

Ossusplayz: Updated BG2COM

[[image:Relentless Banner.png]]

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|image=
|class=[[Imperial II-class Star Destroyer]]
|name=Relentless
|battlegroup=[[Battlegroup II]]
|bgcom=[[Alexandre Morgan|AD Alexandre Morgan]]
|commodore=
|flagofficer=
|nickname="The Great Enforcer"
|motto="Vestigia Nulla Retrorsum"
|wing=[[Wing IX]]
|status=Active
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}}
The ''Relentless'' is an Imperial-II Star Destroyer and the host of [[Wing IX]]. She was assigned to [[Battlegroup II]] in 32 ABY and serves alongside the [[Warrior]]. Before serving in Battlegroup II, the Relentless helped with the assault on the [[Ishtari]].

==History==
The Relentless has a long history with the [[TIE Corps]]. Data before 32 ABY is being recovered from long lost holo-records. After being reactivated, proper record collection was re-established.

===Imperial Storm V===
In 32 ABY, when the First Recon Fleet attacked the home system of the [[Ishtari]] in [[Imperial Storm|Imperial Storm V]], the Relentless was called upon to assist with the assault. The Relentless and her Space Superiority Line joined the Warrior and support forces of [[Battlegroup II]]. Despite being damaged and forced to retreat during the battle, the Star Destroyer was a critical part of the assault. After the successful elimination of the bugs, the Relentless was officially assigned to Battlegroup II.

===Joining Battlegroup II===
The Relentless was damaged in the assault on the bugs, returning to [[Tusorix]] for repairs with most of the forces from the [[TIE Corps|TC]]. During repairs and refits that happened during [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization]] in 32 ABY, pilots from [[Sigma Squadron]] transferred to the Relentless and established [[Hammer Squadron]].

==Order of Battle==

The Relentless is the flagship of [[Wing IX]], which consists of the following:

*TIE Corps [[Wing IX]]
**[[Spear Squadron]]
**[[Sword Squadron]]
**[[Dagger Squadron]]
**[[Crossbow Squadron]]
**[[Hammer Squadron]]
**[[Shield Squadron]]

*Task Force Cruiser Roxanna
**Survey Module

*Victory Class Star Destroyer Rapier
**2 Squadrons

*Modified Immobiliser-418 Cruiser Xanthe
**1 Squadron

*Assault Frigate Ajax
**2 Squadrons

*Nebulon-B2 Frigate Fogger
**1 Squadron

*Nebulon-B Frigate Invader
**1 Squadron

*Nebulon-B Frigate Calico
**1 Squadron

*Strike Cruiser Apollo
**1 Squadron

*Corellian Gunship Group Morning Star (3 ships)
**1 flight each

*Modified Corvette Group Catapult (3 ships)
**1 flight each

*Arrowhead Squadron
**Transport

*Balista Squadron
**Personnel Transport

*Bullet Squadron
**Utility

[[Category:Ships of the Emperor's Hammer|Ships of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Alexandre Morgan

2026-03-31T15:57:46Z

Ossusplayz: Updated for GN, BG2COM

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= BG2COM
|rank= Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently serving as Battlegroup Commander for Battlegroup II, overseeing the operations of the ISDII ''Warrior'' and ISDII ''Relentless''. He has previously served two separate stints as Rho Squadron Commander for a total of around two years and also served as the Reconnaissance Officer for the Emperor's Hammer.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain [[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.

====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
 
 
34 ABY saw a vast amount of success for Rho Squadron. Competing well in the Squadron ReMobilization competition of that year, Rho continued the momentum and growth into the Raise the Flag competition, where it successfully defended its title of Escort Squadron. Morgan's studies occupied a large amount of time after that competition, but he ensured that Rho Squadron's commander lineage would be continuous, beginning to train Davy Jonez in the ways of commandering to prepare for his own departure.
====35 ABY====
As 35 ABY began, Morgan ramped up his training of his Squadron Executive Officer in preparation for his retirement. But, since life always has a way of throwing metaphorical wrenches in even the best-laid plans, Morgan would not get his opportunity to retire then. With the current BG2COM Adom Wietu needing to step down, Morgan was given the opportunity to take a step up and serve his squadron and Battlegroup in an even more impactful way than he could as Squadron Commander.
 
 
Shortly after his monumental promotion to the rank of General, and only a week before the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet pushed into First Order space during the events of Imperial Storm VIII, Alexandre Morgan was promoted to the position of Battlegroup Commander for BGII, reassuming his rank of Admiral.

===Secret Order===
**Alternate Timeline**
An alternate timeline of the galaxy tells the story of Alexandre Morgan in a different scenario, and a different adulthood. It describes how the Imperial officers stationed at the Morgan Estate were not tied into information about the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps but instead the Secret Order (then called the Dark Brotherhood). The alternate timeline describes his slow path to the Aurora System and Eos, the moon of Aurora Prime. After the long and meandering journey only accompanied by a mysterious large black cube that was the only contents of the pod at the Estate, he arrives at Aurora Prime and is directed to a shuttle service.

The shuttle service, piloted and directed by a droid that increasingly appears non-optimistic about Morgan's chance of success at his final destination - and increasingly excited about picking up his body on a return trip, insinuating he also serves as somewhat of a mortuary assistant or ferryman of the dead - takes him to the Dark Hall on Eos. He is greeted there by a mysterious figure who is only ever called by his rank in Morgan's first hours there.

This figure takes him inside the hall and introduces by way of intimidating ritual him to Darth Surgo, the then-leader of the Dark Brotherhood/Secret Order. After a lesson masquerading as a threat or lecture, Morgan retreats to his new quarters, where, by taking Surgo's lessons to heart, he is able to open the black box, revealing parts to the coveted weapon of Force-users: the lightsaber.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2026-01-05T17:41:30Z

Ossusplayz: /* 31 ABY */ missed space

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= CMDR (Rho) Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He serves as the Squadron Commander, currently in his second stint in the role. He also currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He had previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain [[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.

====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
 
 
34 ABY saw a vast amount of success for Rho Squadron. Competing well in the Squadron ReMobilization competition of that year, Rho continued the momentum and growth into the Raise the Flag competition, where it successfully defended its title of Escort Squadron. Morgan's studies occupied a large amount of time after that competition, but he ensured that Rho Squadron's commander lineage would be continuous, beginning to train Davy Jonez in the ways of commandering to prepare for his own departure.

===Secret Order===
**Alternate Timeline**
An alternate timeline of the galaxy tells the story of Alexandre Morgan in a different scenario, and a different adulthood. It describes how the Imperial officers stationed at the Morgan Estate were not tied into information about the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps but instead the Secret Order (then called the Dark Brotherhood). The alternate timeline describes his slow path to the Aurora System and Eos, the moon of Aurora Prime. After the long and meandering journey only accompanied by a mysterious large black cube that was the only contents of the pod at the Estate, he arrives at Aurora Prime and is directed to a shuttle service.

The shuttle service, piloted and directed by a droid that increasingly appears non-optimistic about Morgan's chance of success at his final destination - and increasingly excited about picking up his body on a return trip, insinuating he also serves as somewhat of a mortuary assistant or ferryman of the dead - takes him to the Dark Hall on Eos. He is greeted there by a mysterious figure who is only ever called by his rank in Morgan's first hours there.

This figure takes him inside the hall and introduces by way of intimidating ritual him to Darth Surgo, the then-leader of the Dark Brotherhood/Secret Order (who looked suspiciously like Silwar Naiilo, whom Morgan knew from the alternate timeline with the TIE Corps). After a lesson masquerading as a threat or lecture, Morgan retreats to his new quarters, where, by taking Surgo's lessons to heart, he is able to open the black box, revealing parts to the coveted weapon of Force-users: the lightsaber.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2026-01-05T17:40:08Z

Ossusplayz: /* 34 ABY */ update for the events of 34 ABY (2025)

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= CMDR (Rho) Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He serves as the Squadron Commander, currently in his second stint in the role. He also currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He had previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
 
 
34 ABY saw a vast amount of success for Rho Squadron. Competing well in the Squadron ReMobilization competition of that year, Rho continued the momentum and growth into the Raise the Flag competition, where it successfully defended its title of Escort Squadron. Morgan's studies occupied a large amount of time after that competition, but he ensured that Rho Squadron's commander lineage would be continuous, beginning to train Davy Jonez in the ways of commandering to prepare for his own departure.

===Secret Order===
**Alternate Timeline**
An alternate timeline of the galaxy tells the story of Alexandre Morgan in a different scenario, and a different adulthood. It describes how the Imperial officers stationed at the Morgan Estate were not tied into information about the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps but instead the Secret Order (then called the Dark Brotherhood). The alternate timeline describes his slow path to the Aurora System and Eos, the moon of Aurora Prime. After the long and meandering journey only accompanied by a mysterious large black cube that was the only contents of the pod at the Estate, he arrives at Aurora Prime and is directed to a shuttle service.

The shuttle service, piloted and directed by a droid that increasingly appears non-optimistic about Morgan's chance of success at his final destination - and increasingly excited about picking up his body on a return trip, insinuating he also serves as somewhat of a mortuary assistant or ferryman of the dead - takes him to the Dark Hall on Eos. He is greeted there by a mysterious figure who is only ever called by his rank in Morgan's first hours there.

This figure takes him inside the hall and introduces by way of intimidating ritual him to Darth Surgo, the then-leader of the Dark Brotherhood/Secret Order (who looked suspiciously like Silwar Naiilo, whom Morgan knew from the alternate timeline with the TIE Corps). After a lesson masquerading as a threat or lecture, Morgan retreats to his new quarters, where, by taking Surgo's lessons to heart, he is able to open the black box, revealing parts to the coveted weapon of Force-users: the lightsaber.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T17:34:14Z

Ossusplayz: updated banner at top of page to most current version

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|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025 Update.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the 2025 Raise the Flag competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || 23 March 2025 || 1y, 3m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2025.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T17:30:13Z

Ossusplayz: added early-2025 banner to historic section

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the 2025 Raise the Flag competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || 23 March 2025 || 1y, 3m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2025.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

File:Rho Banner 2025 Update.png

2026-01-05T16:18:43Z

Ossusplayz: This is the updated Rho Banner made near the end of 2025, reflecting the three Escort Squadron titles and redesigning some aspects.

== Summary ==
This is the updated Rho Banner made near the end of 2025, reflecting the three Escort Squadron titles and redesigning some aspects.
== Licensing ==
{{License-EH-Rights}}

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T16:15:03Z

Ossusplayz: /* Squadron Commanders */ corrects italics in Maston Dane row

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the 2025 Raise the Flag competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || 23 March 2025 || 1y, 3m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T16:14:11Z

Ossusplayz: /* Squadron Achievements */ punctuation change

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the 2025 Raise the Flag competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T16:13:49Z

Ossusplayz: /* Squadron Achievements */ Updated for 2025 RTF

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.
* In the Raise the flag 2025 competition, Rho Squadron successfully defended its Escort Squadron title, accumulating 25473.40 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 6075 points, extending his position as TIE Corps Commander's Wingman to three years in a row.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Rho Squadron

2026-01-05T16:09:49Z

Ossusplayz: /* Roster */ updated roster

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[OL"Davy Jonez]]
|fls=[[Jai Thorne]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
*[[Rosh Nyine]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[TheBlackxRanger]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Craness Regihill]]
# '''FM''' [[Set Bala]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [[Westric Davalorn]] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [[Alexandre Morgan]], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
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[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

RO:Reconnaissance Manual

2025-08-26T02:16:25Z

Ossusplayz: FIxed graphics repository link

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= Introduction =

<blockquote> ''“The [[Reconnaissance Officer]] serves as the focal point for the Emperor's Hammer external-facing operations and leads the Emperor's Hammer outreach activities in order to promote and advance the club. This includes overseeing the Emperor's Hammer official social media accounts, developing ways to recruit new members, forming relations with other groups, and keeping the membership of the Emperor's Hammer informed of upcoming Star Wars books, games, and events that members may want to take part in. The Reconnaissance Officer coordinates closely with other Command Staff officers and Group Commanders in order to synchronize efforts with internal club activities.” 
'''''– Reconnaissance Officer Position Description''''' </blockquote>

The Emperor’s Hammer’s breath and blood is in its pilots, its troopers, its Sith – without active and ardent members, the group has no future. But where do all of these recruits come from? How do people find the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups? How is a social media presence organized, relationships with other groups cultivated, and current news both internal and external compiled and presented?

The Reconnaissance Office, led by the Reconnaissance Officer (Recon Officer, or RO), takes point on all of these ideas, and more. Supported by dedicated assisting staff, the office works to attract interested recruits, cultivate an online presence, and much more.

The Recon Office takes on many projects, not only always trying to increase recruitment, but to better the organization with feedback from its newly-admitted members. At any given time, the queue of ideas for the countless platforms and media types the Recon Office works with is full of excellent projects and goals.

This manual document is a guide to the Recon Office, both for incoming staff and the general public. It also provides an insight into the Office’s principles of recruitment, advertising, and conduct, useful for any pilot interested in recruiting themselves. Any questions about the material in this manual can be answered by the RO and the office staff.

= Office Staff =

===== Reconnaissance Officer =====
* Rear Admiral [[Jai Thorne]]

The RO is the head of the Recon Office. They have final say and control within the department and answer directly to the Fleet Commander. They coordinate projects, working with their subordinates and other offices in the Emperor’s Hammer Command Staff alike, and hold disciplinary authority over the rest of the office.

===== Command Attaché to the Recon Office =====

* Rear Admiral [[Maston Dane]]

The CA:RO is the primary supporting staff of the Recon Office, the second-in-command of the office. Answering and reporting directly to the RO, the CA:RO takes the helm of many projects and social management, in addition to supporting and cooperating with the rest of the Office on their own projects and goals.

===== Recon Office Assistants =====
* Colonel [[Alexandre Morgan]]
* Colonel ‘Pops’ [[Gytheran]]
* Inquisitor [[Khaz Bibble]]
* Major [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
* Colonel [[TheBlackxRanger]]

Recon Office Assistants, or ROAs, are members of the Emperor’s Hammer who have shown proficiency and dedication to themes, ideas, and projects relevant to the interests of the Recon Office. These individuals desire to advance the purpose of the Recon Office, contributing to social media presences, recruitment, and other projects of the Office.

= Social Media =

One of the central focuses of the Recon Office is the presentation and outward-facing identity of the Emperor’s Hammer, and one of the most important methods of how this is done is the Recon Office’s social media presence. Coordinating efforts spanning multiple platforms and media types, the Recon Office focuses on cultivating presences that displays the organization and its happenings to the outside world, as well as interacting with other organizations and accounts. The Recon Office uses many different spaces to accomplish this, including Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and even other Discord servers.

====Twitter (X)====

Twitter is a short form social media site, ideal for an image and a short advertising blurb. “Tweets” are limited to 280 characters, with URL links using up a non–variable 23 characters. Images are most fit in a 16:9 aspect ratio, most commonly 1920x1080px, but do not take up any of the allotted characters. Thus, pictures and graphics are essential on this platform, allowing for more information to be communicated than in the few sentences of text allowed. The Emperor’s Hammer and the EH Recon Office both have official Twitter accounts, found at https://twitter.com/emperorshammer and https://twitter.com/EHReconOffice, respectively.

The Recon Office will tweet and share content posted to Emperor’s Hammer groups such as recruitment posters, member’s artwork, and club highlights to attract potential new members. The Recon Office also shares news relating to Star Wars such as upcoming games, movies/TV shows, and other media. A great method of utilizing Twitter is engaging with online users via comment replies to discuss Star Wars related topics and gaining followers, leading to interest and recruitment of new members.

====Instagram====

Instagram is a social media site that focuses on photo and video sharing where users can like, comment, and share posts across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer utilizes Instagram to share artwork, graphics, and other imagery created by our members, as well as promotional material such as competitions and events ongoing within the club. With a relatively massive character limit of 2,200, this platform is fit for slightly longer–form written advertisements than Twitter is allowing the ability to post longer replies in comment sections and post replies. The Emperor’s Hammer Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/emperorshammer.

====Facebook====

Facebook is a social networking site created in 2004 that was originally designed for college students to share updates, collaborate on projects, and share upcoming events. Nowadays, Facebook has over one billion users with the ability to create groups, pages, and messaging across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer has an active group that is used as an additional resource to keep the membership updated on club activities and news, as well as giving members a space to share memes, cool images, and other Star Wars content, effectively unbounded by character limits – you can write a maximum of 63,206 characters when drafting a post. This group, because of the Facebook user demographic, often sees activity from members from the past, in a reserve group or inactive. In this space, the Recon Office focuses on always being ready to help a member reconnect and reactivate their profile to re–engage in the Emperor’s Hammer. The EH Facebook group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2204060617.

====YouTube====

YouTube is a video sharing social media platform that the Emperor’s Hammer uses to post member–created videos and shorts. With videos posted ranging from hour–long podcasts to twenty–second clips, YouTube is a versatile platform to display its members’ work and creativity in video format, a different way to recruit and advertise than text with a graphic. This markets to a different audience than the traditional static social media, and allows videos to be collated in their own area, not interspersed between static image posts like on Instagram and other platforms. The Emperor’s Hammer YouTube channel is found at https://www.youtube.com/@emperorshammer.

====Reddit====

Reddit is a social media site that functions as an aggregation of communities, called subreddits, centralized around specific topics. This predilection for already liking a certain topic can help inform advertising and recruitment tactics, specifying the graphics and text to cater towards the common denominator of the recipients. The Emperor’s Hammer also has its own subreddit, found at https://www.reddit.com/r/tiecorps where members can subscribe to the subreddit and receive updates to their personal newsfeed. The subreddit acts as a space where reddit users can post images and create discussion threads to talk about topics related to Star Wars, Emperor’s Hammer, and everything in between.

An important consideration is that most subreddits have rules for their specific communities. It is important that, while advertising and recruiting – if allowed – that all the rules of the community are adhered to. As a representative of our organization, it is important to maintain the images and reputations of yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer, as well as maintaining the amicable relationships with these communities.

====Discord====

Discord is an instant messaging and VoIP social platform, similar to the eons of past programs such as mIRC, Teamspeak, and Ventrilo. Users have the ability to communicate with voice calls, video calls, text messaging, media and files in private chats or as part of communities called "servers".

One of the largest ways to recruit new members is providing discord invite links for our official servers so that potential members can join and interact with the membership at large. Each sub-group has an approved discord invite link that varies between temporary, permanent, and vanity invite links. Vanity links, or custom invite links, are available to servers that have reached a threshold of “boosts” which are provided to discord users who are subscribed to the premium version of discord called “discord nitro”.

For example, the TIE Corps server has a vanity link which is https://discord.gg/TIECorps as the server maintains a number of server boosts to retain the perk of having a vanity invite link.

====Other Discord Servers====

Other Discord servers are, similarly to subreddits, opportunities to advertise and cater to an already narrowed–down audience, which allows your pitch and advertisement to be equally narrowed–down. For example, if you’re advertising on an EA Battlefront II server, the graphic and text associated with it would be different than an advertisement on the X-Wing Series Discord, each specific Discord space warranting different specific pitches. The more specific and personal an advertisement can be to the audience, the more effective – thus, the more potential advertising in these Discords has.

One important note for other Discord servers, similar to the Reddit section, is that some servers have specific rules about advertisement. As a representative of the Emperor’s Hammer, following these rules fully is of the highest importance so you reflect positively on yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer. In addition, following these rules ensures our continued allowance to participate in advertisement in that space, reaching as many people as possible.

= Recruitment Methods =

It may feel that all of the Recon Office’s recruitment work takes place online, on websites, social media, and text boxes. This is not true, though, as there are plenty of in-person and real life opportunities to attract interest and potential recruits to the Emperor’s Hammer.

====Conventions, Events, and Every–day Life====

At conventions and other in-person events you can always be on the lookout for opportunities to recruit new members. Star Wars fans come from all walks of life and talking up the club in conversation is a great way to spread the word. There are a few key things to remember when striking up a conversation when trying to convince someone to join the Emperor’s Hammer, even when it’s in an impromptu conversation in every–day life.

'''''Be Polite''''' - The most important factor is to come across as polite as possible to a potential recruit. This will help them respect you and hear out what you have to say, feeling comfortable, as well as setting an example of behavior typical of the expected conduct in the Emperor’s Hammer.

'''''Be Convincing''''' - Make the conversation seem as if the person can do nothing else but join the Emperor’s Hammer, but without badgering or condescension. Highlight the parts of club participation and membership that you think the person might be inclined to participate in in order to help create interest.

'''''Be Patient''''' - The person you are advertising to will have no idea what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what it entails. Having patience and thoroughly explaining key factors of the club will help them understand what the club is about. Avoiding abbreviations and acronyms is the best practice here.

'''''Be Persuasive''''' - When it comes to recruiting, there are a multitude of ways to entice someone with what we have to offer. Explaining the benefits of the club is a great way to recruit someone, such as making new friends, playing games together, and the rest of the diverse activities the Emperor’s Hammer has to offer. Finding out that person’s niche interest will also help draw interest out – if they really like single player custom missions, you can tailor your recruitment approach to highlight our extensive library of missions.

'''''Be Helpful''''' - Once you have someone interested in the club, the best practice is to provide the person with connections to our Discord server and website. Guide them through the process of joining and explain what they should expect once they join. Never assume that once they have joined Discord that the process has ended – often new pilots find themselves inundated with material to learn and can always use a helping hand.

You may run into instances that a person may not immediately be interested and that's okay. Keep in mind that the best practice is to avoid being overly pushy and don’t be discouraged. Giving someone all the necessary knowledge about the Emperor’s Hammer can go a long way – they may even remember you in the future, or know someone else who would have interest in our club and pass the news to them!

====Physical Materials====

Physical materials that display and advertise the Emperor’s Hammer are less common in the modern digital world, but that doesn’t mean that they are less effective when implemented correctly. Stickers, posters, key chains, magnets, and other materials can be distributed or put in visible places to spread the Emperor’s Hammer’s presence in person.

As mentioned in the section above, these materials can also be distributed at conventions or events to attract people, spread visibility, familiarity, and much more.

====Digital Recruitment Methods====

While social media is the most commonly used vessel for online recruitment and advertisement, exactly what you post on the platforms is the important content that has the potential to convince. Recruiting digitally can happen on social media to a broad audience, or in a one on one direct message, or anything in between. From clean and informative graphics to well–crafted advertising sentences, the content of the post or conversation is the biggest contributing factor.

====Graphics and other Visual Aids====

The Recon Office has a bank of standing recruitment graphics, generalized for many scenarios and conversations. These usually contain a few common denominators:

* link in URL form, either to the website (https://tc.emperorshammer.org or https://db.emperorshammer.org) or the invite links to our Discord servers (https://discord.gg/tiecorps [vanity link], https://www.ehtc.chat [URL redirect], or https://discord.gg/zjmpSEc6cj [randomly generated invite link])
* advertising text highlighting our broad activities or other facets of the club
* background image or pattern displaying EH and/or sub-group logos

Much like posters, these are important assets – a wall of text that would convey the same amount of information is not as efficient as a flashy, attention grabbing graphic. The phrase “a picture is worth 1,000 words” is often used to draw comparison. These can be posted to social media outlets and more often used to introduce a new member or new community to the broader sense of the group. The content of the advertising graphic should speak for itself without needing to overly explain minute details of the advertisement. A successful graphic should convey all the necessary information such as who, what, where, and why.

Therefore, social media posts are often accompanied by different types of graphics: these are built to advertise a very specific part of the club, recent club news, or something else that isn’t a broad generalization. These are composed very similarly to the previous type, but with one difference, already explained – the text of the graphic (if any) is centralized around one specific thing, and is designed to be a supplement to the text in the social media post. Therefore, the words often tend to be more of a title or caption of a design than the entire advertisement itself.

The Recon Office's graphics repository can be found at [[RO:Graphics_Repository|this link]].

==== The Text of Recruiting ====

Writing text for an advertising social media posts is like walking a very thin tightrope, with brevity on one side and specificity on the other. Lean too far either way and one risks either under–explaining or over–explaining, both harmful to any advertising efforts.

Different social media platforms have different ‘sweet spots’ of text length, usually influenced by their character limits – for example, the amount of text that would accompany an image on Twitter is obviously lower than what would be appropriate on Instagram, if only because of the word limitations. Always be cognizant of the system restraints when designing a post.

The text of a social post should accurately reflect the design of the graphic accompanying it if there is one, conveying the same type of information and telling the complete story that the graphic teases. Although the text is not an essay, the entirety of the immediately relevant information should be conveyed in it. Traditionally, however, the text is ended by referring the reader to a link that leads to either the Discord or the website, whatever is needed – this allows the reader to find out more information and delve deeper into the advertisement’s content, without bombarding the reader with a wall of text in the post.

The same principles found above about in-person conversation apply to conversations online while recruiting and advertising. Often, one’s demonstrable virtues and politeness demonstrate more about the quality of the organization than the hard facts about it. If the recruiter is rude and unhelpful, then the potential member will be turned off from joining.

====EH Member Contributions====

The Reconnaissance Office may have its own artists and content creators however contributions from members are highly welcomed and encouraged. Individual members of Emperor’s Hammer can submit art, graphics, videos, and anything else that might be of use to aid in recruitment and advertising efforts. The preferred method to submit content to the Recon Office is by emailing '''ro@emperorshammer.org''' with your material, your ID line, and a brief summary of what your content entails. All materials should follow the Code of Conduct and PG-13 guidelines including the exclusion of any profanity, vulgarity, or any other content that would not be deemed fit for the organization.

= How-To: New Pilot Orientation =

The Recon Office’s job does not end once a member presses ‘submit’ on an entry form – throughout the process of onboarding a member and accustoming them to the subgroup, the member may have questions, comments, or feedback. The Recon Office can either help answer these questions or take these things under advisement to further improve the Office’s function, advise on the subgroup’s onboarding process, or obtain any other information that can be useful.

====Frequent Questions====

Most people have no clue what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what we do. The job of the Recon Office, or that of any individual member in a recruiting scenario, is to explain all the facets and unique opportunities we have available for our members. Even after entry into the organization, pilots may have continued questions about the Emperor’s Hammer. Below are some generalized and specific questions that an incoming member may ask.

'''What do we have to offer?'''

One of the largest components of what we have to offer is our compendium of battles for the X-Wing series, including X-wing, TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, and X-Wing Alliance. With over 4,000 member designed custom missions available for our members to play, it is by-far the most effective recruiting tool that no other club has to offer.

We have scheduled multiplayer events and 24/7 informal grouping in both modern and classic game platforms. For those looking for more events to test their mettle against other members, we offer competitions focusing on gaming, fan fiction, trivia, and graphics creation.

'''What makes us different?'''

Since 1995, we have provided a stable and mature environment with over 25 years experience in recreating the excitement and adventure of the Star Wars saga online. Above all else, we have a unique website, uniform creation system, and fleet structure where members can earn and display their promotions, awards, achievements, and other recognition earned in the fight for the Empire.

'''How active do I have to be?'''

The Emperor’s Hammer isn’t meant to be a second job – each member participates how they want, when they want. Some units have members that trend towards the more highly active and competitive, and some are more laid back, though, so finding a home to match your wants is important.

Strict requirements for activity vary from subgroup to subgroup, but the common denominator is simply maintaining communication and an eligible piece of activity, both measured on the scale of months. This allows for a laid–back atmosphere that is a home for all types of members, activity levels, and participation methods.

'''Do I have to read all of the documents and manuals?'''

None of the documents are mandatory reading, but they all provide critical knowledge for the full enjoyment of the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups. They are organized and concise providers of answers to questions that a new member might not even know to ask, helping them get a feel for the community, the processes, and how they fit in. Rank gateway tests reference these materials also, so that is another reason to be familiar with them.

'''Necessary Documents '''

The knowledge that a new member needs is, more often than not, written down in several different documents and websites. Familiarity with the information and location of documents is important when assisting a new member and their on-boarding process.

It is always better to share the information personally, instead of linking a directionless member with the manual or guide – this builds more of a rapport than coldly saying “read this.” However, the member should always be made familiar with these manuals and guides and their locations, in case they want to go and find the information themselves before asking. Below are a couple of the most frequently needed and referenced-to documents.

* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TIE_Corps_New_Member_Guide
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual
* https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/New_pilot_resources
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/COO:Combat_Operations_Manual
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/DB:Dark_Side_Compendium

== On-boarding Member Processes ==

The process of a member joining a subgroup is specific to each type, varying slightly in the details. Being familiar with each is crucial to guiding new recruits through the steps and answering any questions they encounter at each step. Below are the pathways through joining the currently active subgroups.

===TIE Corps===

First, the incoming pilot submits their join form found at https://tc.emperorshammer.org/join.php. The questions on this page consist of identification and preference questions:

* Imperial Citizen Name
* Email Address
* Discord Username
* Recruiter
* Unit Assignment Preference
* How Did You Find the EH?
* Star Wars Gaming Preferences
* Are You 13+?

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted cadet that they have been successfully assigned to the Imperial Weapons and Tactics School (IWATS) and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The TIE Corps Commander will then contact the cadet, traditionally through Discord direct message, asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the pilot is assigned and on active duty.

===Dark Brotherhood===

Entry into the Dark Brotherhood begins the same way, with an identical join form found at https://db.emperorshammer.org/join.php/db.

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted Initiate that they have been successfully assigned to the Initiates and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The Grand Master will then contact the Initiate through email (or Discord if provided), asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the Initiate is assigned to an open Battleteam.

= Medals Awarded =

====Medal of Instruction====
[[File:Moi.png|100px|left]]

<blockquote>The [[Medal of Instruction]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the TIE Corps, upon that new member’s entry into an active-duty squadron. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the TIE Corps, and not recruiting a current TIE Corps member. The Medal of Instruction may be upgraded with a Blue, Gold, Platinum, Emerald or Diamond Cross and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

====Scroll of Indoctrination====
[[File:ScrollIndoctrination.jpg|75px|left]]
<blockquote>The [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the Dark Brotherhood. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the Dark Brotherhood and not recruiting a current Dark Brotherhood member. The Scroll of Indoctrination may be upgraded with a Wax, Lead, Gold, or Blood Seal and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

= Policies of Conduct =

====Emperor’s Hammer Rules and Regulations====

All members of the Emperor’s Hammer are expected to adhere to the governing policies of the Emperor’s Hammer, as outlined in the following documents, including the members of the Recon Office. Displaying proper conduct and disposition is important as the outward–facing department of the Emperor’s Hammer, setting the example for the rest of the members and to display our exemplary behavior and professionalism.

* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/bylaws Bylaws]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/aow Articles of War]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/codeofconduct Code of Conduct]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/cheatingpolicy Cheating Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/privacy Privacy Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/copyrights Copyrights & Disclaimers]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/larules LucasArts Rules]
* [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/business.php Business Information]

Failure to meet and comply with these rules and regulations will result in disciplinary consequences (including those from the RO, at their discretion, in addition to those set by the rest of EHCS).

====External Area Rules====

As representatives of the Emperor’s Hammer, any engagement and actions could be considered exemplifying of the group by an external person or group. Thus, not only still adhering to the EH’s own policies when in external areas, but also that particular space’s rules and regulations, is critical to the success and maintenance of the relationship and cooperation. Without proper conduct, opportunities and relationships with other organizations and spaces are hard to be maintained.

As the Code of Conduct (linked above) says, “where EH members are representing the organization in an external event or have a 'EH' tag/nick they should act in the spirit of this CoC and seek to maintain the organization’s image.”

Failure to meet these standards as Recon Office staff may also result in disciplinary action from the RO, at their discretion.

=Closing Statement=

This manual provides valuable information, instruction, tactics for recruiting, for both members of the Recon Office and for every single member – everyone has the potential and ability to recruit, from the newest Flight Member to the most seasoned Squadron Commander, from the greenest Apprentice to a Battleteam Leader. The Emperor’s Hammer thrives and depends on new members, and if we all play our part in recruitment, our club will continue to be a fun and exciting place for our members, both current and future.

''For the Empire! Long may it reign.''

[[Category:Manuals]]

RO:Reconnaissance Manual

2025-08-26T02:15:44Z

Ossusplayz: Updated roster and linked Graphics Repository.

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= Introduction =

<blockquote> ''“The [[Reconnaissance Officer]] serves as the focal point for the Emperor's Hammer external-facing operations and leads the Emperor's Hammer outreach activities in order to promote and advance the club. This includes overseeing the Emperor's Hammer official social media accounts, developing ways to recruit new members, forming relations with other groups, and keeping the membership of the Emperor's Hammer informed of upcoming Star Wars books, games, and events that members may want to take part in. The Reconnaissance Officer coordinates closely with other Command Staff officers and Group Commanders in order to synchronize efforts with internal club activities.” 
'''''– Reconnaissance Officer Position Description''''' </blockquote>

The Emperor’s Hammer’s breath and blood is in its pilots, its troopers, its Sith – without active and ardent members, the group has no future. But where do all of these recruits come from? How do people find the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups? How is a social media presence organized, relationships with other groups cultivated, and current news both internal and external compiled and presented?

The Reconnaissance Office, led by the Reconnaissance Officer (Recon Officer, or RO), takes point on all of these ideas, and more. Supported by dedicated assisting staff, the office works to attract interested recruits, cultivate an online presence, and much more.

The Recon Office takes on many projects, not only always trying to increase recruitment, but to better the organization with feedback from its newly-admitted members. At any given time, the queue of ideas for the countless platforms and media types the Recon Office works with is full of excellent projects and goals.

This manual document is a guide to the Recon Office, both for incoming staff and the general public. It also provides an insight into the Office’s principles of recruitment, advertising, and conduct, useful for any pilot interested in recruiting themselves. Any questions about the material in this manual can be answered by the RO and the office staff.

= Office Staff =

===== Reconnaissance Officer =====
* Rear Admiral [[Jai Thorne]]

The RO is the head of the Recon Office. They have final say and control within the department and answer directly to the Fleet Commander. They coordinate projects, working with their subordinates and other offices in the Emperor’s Hammer Command Staff alike, and hold disciplinary authority over the rest of the office.

===== Command Attaché to the Recon Office =====

* Rear Admiral [[Maston Dane]]

The CA:RO is the primary supporting staff of the Recon Office, the second-in-command of the office. Answering and reporting directly to the RO, the CA:RO takes the helm of many projects and social management, in addition to supporting and cooperating with the rest of the Office on their own projects and goals.

===== Recon Office Assistants =====
* Colonel [[Alexandre Morgan]]
* Colonel ‘Pops’ [[Gytheran]]
* Inquisitor [[Khaz Bibble]]
* Major [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
* Colonel [[TheBlackxRanger]]

Recon Office Assistants, or ROAs, are members of the Emperor’s Hammer who have shown proficiency and dedication to themes, ideas, and projects relevant to the interests of the Recon Office. These individuals desire to advance the purpose of the Recon Office, contributing to social media presences, recruitment, and other projects of the Office.

= Social Media =

One of the central focuses of the Recon Office is the presentation and outward-facing identity of the Emperor’s Hammer, and one of the most important methods of how this is done is the Recon Office’s social media presence. Coordinating efforts spanning multiple platforms and media types, the Recon Office focuses on cultivating presences that displays the organization and its happenings to the outside world, as well as interacting with other organizations and accounts. The Recon Office uses many different spaces to accomplish this, including Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and even other Discord servers.

====Twitter (X)====

Twitter is a short form social media site, ideal for an image and a short advertising blurb. “Tweets” are limited to 280 characters, with URL links using up a non–variable 23 characters. Images are most fit in a 16:9 aspect ratio, most commonly 1920x1080px, but do not take up any of the allotted characters. Thus, pictures and graphics are essential on this platform, allowing for more information to be communicated than in the few sentences of text allowed. The Emperor’s Hammer and the EH Recon Office both have official Twitter accounts, found at https://twitter.com/emperorshammer and https://twitter.com/EHReconOffice, respectively.

The Recon Office will tweet and share content posted to Emperor’s Hammer groups such as recruitment posters, member’s artwork, and club highlights to attract potential new members. The Recon Office also shares news relating to Star Wars such as upcoming games, movies/TV shows, and other media. A great method of utilizing Twitter is engaging with online users via comment replies to discuss Star Wars related topics and gaining followers, leading to interest and recruitment of new members.

====Instagram====

Instagram is a social media site that focuses on photo and video sharing where users can like, comment, and share posts across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer utilizes Instagram to share artwork, graphics, and other imagery created by our members, as well as promotional material such as competitions and events ongoing within the club. With a relatively massive character limit of 2,200, this platform is fit for slightly longer–form written advertisements than Twitter is allowing the ability to post longer replies in comment sections and post replies. The Emperor’s Hammer Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/emperorshammer.

====Facebook====

Facebook is a social networking site created in 2004 that was originally designed for college students to share updates, collaborate on projects, and share upcoming events. Nowadays, Facebook has over one billion users with the ability to create groups, pages, and messaging across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer has an active group that is used as an additional resource to keep the membership updated on club activities and news, as well as giving members a space to share memes, cool images, and other Star Wars content, effectively unbounded by character limits – you can write a maximum of 63,206 characters when drafting a post. This group, because of the Facebook user demographic, often sees activity from members from the past, in a reserve group or inactive. In this space, the Recon Office focuses on always being ready to help a member reconnect and reactivate their profile to re–engage in the Emperor’s Hammer. The EH Facebook group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2204060617.

====YouTube====

YouTube is a video sharing social media platform that the Emperor’s Hammer uses to post member–created videos and shorts. With videos posted ranging from hour–long podcasts to twenty–second clips, YouTube is a versatile platform to display its members’ work and creativity in video format, a different way to recruit and advertise than text with a graphic. This markets to a different audience than the traditional static social media, and allows videos to be collated in their own area, not interspersed between static image posts like on Instagram and other platforms. The Emperor’s Hammer YouTube channel is found at https://www.youtube.com/@emperorshammer.

====Reddit====

Reddit is a social media site that functions as an aggregation of communities, called subreddits, centralized around specific topics. This predilection for already liking a certain topic can help inform advertising and recruitment tactics, specifying the graphics and text to cater towards the common denominator of the recipients. The Emperor’s Hammer also has its own subreddit, found at https://www.reddit.com/r/tiecorps where members can subscribe to the subreddit and receive updates to their personal newsfeed. The subreddit acts as a space where reddit users can post images and create discussion threads to talk about topics related to Star Wars, Emperor’s Hammer, and everything in between.

An important consideration is that most subreddits have rules for their specific communities. It is important that, while advertising and recruiting – if allowed – that all the rules of the community are adhered to. As a representative of our organization, it is important to maintain the images and reputations of yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer, as well as maintaining the amicable relationships with these communities.

====Discord====

Discord is an instant messaging and VoIP social platform, similar to the eons of past programs such as mIRC, Teamspeak, and Ventrilo. Users have the ability to communicate with voice calls, video calls, text messaging, media and files in private chats or as part of communities called "servers".

One of the largest ways to recruit new members is providing discord invite links for our official servers so that potential members can join and interact with the membership at large. Each sub-group has an approved discord invite link that varies between temporary, permanent, and vanity invite links. Vanity links, or custom invite links, are available to servers that have reached a threshold of “boosts” which are provided to discord users who are subscribed to the premium version of discord called “discord nitro”.

For example, the TIE Corps server has a vanity link which is https://discord.gg/TIECorps as the server maintains a number of server boosts to retain the perk of having a vanity invite link.

====Other Discord Servers====

Other Discord servers are, similarly to subreddits, opportunities to advertise and cater to an already narrowed–down audience, which allows your pitch and advertisement to be equally narrowed–down. For example, if you’re advertising on an EA Battlefront II server, the graphic and text associated with it would be different than an advertisement on the X-Wing Series Discord, each specific Discord space warranting different specific pitches. The more specific and personal an advertisement can be to the audience, the more effective – thus, the more potential advertising in these Discords has.

One important note for other Discord servers, similar to the Reddit section, is that some servers have specific rules about advertisement. As a representative of the Emperor’s Hammer, following these rules fully is of the highest importance so you reflect positively on yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer. In addition, following these rules ensures our continued allowance to participate in advertisement in that space, reaching as many people as possible.

= Recruitment Methods =

It may feel that all of the Recon Office’s recruitment work takes place online, on websites, social media, and text boxes. This is not true, though, as there are plenty of in-person and real life opportunities to attract interest and potential recruits to the Emperor’s Hammer.

====Conventions, Events, and Every–day Life====

At conventions and other in-person events you can always be on the lookout for opportunities to recruit new members. Star Wars fans come from all walks of life and talking up the club in conversation is a great way to spread the word. There are a few key things to remember when striking up a conversation when trying to convince someone to join the Emperor’s Hammer, even when it’s in an impromptu conversation in every–day life.

'''''Be Polite''''' - The most important factor is to come across as polite as possible to a potential recruit. This will help them respect you and hear out what you have to say, feeling comfortable, as well as setting an example of behavior typical of the expected conduct in the Emperor’s Hammer.

'''''Be Convincing''''' - Make the conversation seem as if the person can do nothing else but join the Emperor’s Hammer, but without badgering or condescension. Highlight the parts of club participation and membership that you think the person might be inclined to participate in in order to help create interest.

'''''Be Patient''''' - The person you are advertising to will have no idea what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what it entails. Having patience and thoroughly explaining key factors of the club will help them understand what the club is about. Avoiding abbreviations and acronyms is the best practice here.

'''''Be Persuasive''''' - When it comes to recruiting, there are a multitude of ways to entice someone with what we have to offer. Explaining the benefits of the club is a great way to recruit someone, such as making new friends, playing games together, and the rest of the diverse activities the Emperor’s Hammer has to offer. Finding out that person’s niche interest will also help draw interest out – if they really like single player custom missions, you can tailor your recruitment approach to highlight our extensive library of missions.

'''''Be Helpful''''' - Once you have someone interested in the club, the best practice is to provide the person with connections to our Discord server and website. Guide them through the process of joining and explain what they should expect once they join. Never assume that once they have joined Discord that the process has ended – often new pilots find themselves inundated with material to learn and can always use a helping hand.

You may run into instances that a person may not immediately be interested and that's okay. Keep in mind that the best practice is to avoid being overly pushy and don’t be discouraged. Giving someone all the necessary knowledge about the Emperor’s Hammer can go a long way – they may even remember you in the future, or know someone else who would have interest in our club and pass the news to them!

====Physical Materials====

Physical materials that display and advertise the Emperor’s Hammer are less common in the modern digital world, but that doesn’t mean that they are less effective when implemented correctly. Stickers, posters, key chains, magnets, and other materials can be distributed or put in visible places to spread the Emperor’s Hammer’s presence in person.

As mentioned in the section above, these materials can also be distributed at conventions or events to attract people, spread visibility, familiarity, and much more.

====Digital Recruitment Methods====

While social media is the most commonly used vessel for online recruitment and advertisement, exactly what you post on the platforms is the important content that has the potential to convince. Recruiting digitally can happen on social media to a broad audience, or in a one on one direct message, or anything in between. From clean and informative graphics to well–crafted advertising sentences, the content of the post or conversation is the biggest contributing factor.

====Graphics and other Visual Aids====

The Recon Office has a bank of standing recruitment graphics, generalized for many scenarios and conversations. These usually contain a few common denominators:

* link in URL form, either to the website (https://tc.emperorshammer.org or https://db.emperorshammer.org) or the invite links to our Discord servers (https://discord.gg/tiecorps [vanity link], https://www.ehtc.chat [URL redirect], or https://discord.gg/zjmpSEc6cj [randomly generated invite link])
* advertising text highlighting our broad activities or other facets of the club
* background image or pattern displaying EH and/or sub-group logos

Much like posters, these are important assets – a wall of text that would convey the same amount of information is not as efficient as a flashy, attention grabbing graphic. The phrase “a picture is worth 1,000 words” is often used to draw comparison. These can be posted to social media outlets and more often used to introduce a new member or new community to the broader sense of the group. The content of the advertising graphic should speak for itself without needing to overly explain minute details of the advertisement. A successful graphic should convey all the necessary information such as who, what, where, and why.

Therefore, social media posts are often accompanied by different types of graphics: these are built to advertise a very specific part of the club, recent club news, or something else that isn’t a broad generalization. These are composed very similarly to the previous type, but with one difference, already explained – the text of the graphic (if any) is centralized around one specific thing, and is designed to be a supplement to the text in the social media post. Therefore, the words often tend to be more of a title or caption of a design than the entire advertisement itself.

The Recon Office's graphics repository can be found at [[Graphics Repository|this link]].

==== The Text of Recruiting ====

Writing text for an advertising social media posts is like walking a very thin tightrope, with brevity on one side and specificity on the other. Lean too far either way and one risks either under–explaining or over–explaining, both harmful to any advertising efforts.

Different social media platforms have different ‘sweet spots’ of text length, usually influenced by their character limits – for example, the amount of text that would accompany an image on Twitter is obviously lower than what would be appropriate on Instagram, if only because of the word limitations. Always be cognizant of the system restraints when designing a post.

The text of a social post should accurately reflect the design of the graphic accompanying it if there is one, conveying the same type of information and telling the complete story that the graphic teases. Although the text is not an essay, the entirety of the immediately relevant information should be conveyed in it. Traditionally, however, the text is ended by referring the reader to a link that leads to either the Discord or the website, whatever is needed – this allows the reader to find out more information and delve deeper into the advertisement’s content, without bombarding the reader with a wall of text in the post.

The same principles found above about in-person conversation apply to conversations online while recruiting and advertising. Often, one’s demonstrable virtues and politeness demonstrate more about the quality of the organization than the hard facts about it. If the recruiter is rude and unhelpful, then the potential member will be turned off from joining.

====EH Member Contributions====

The Reconnaissance Office may have its own artists and content creators however contributions from members are highly welcomed and encouraged. Individual members of Emperor’s Hammer can submit art, graphics, videos, and anything else that might be of use to aid in recruitment and advertising efforts. The preferred method to submit content to the Recon Office is by emailing '''ro@emperorshammer.org''' with your material, your ID line, and a brief summary of what your content entails. All materials should follow the Code of Conduct and PG-13 guidelines including the exclusion of any profanity, vulgarity, or any other content that would not be deemed fit for the organization.

= How-To: New Pilot Orientation =

The Recon Office’s job does not end once a member presses ‘submit’ on an entry form – throughout the process of onboarding a member and accustoming them to the subgroup, the member may have questions, comments, or feedback. The Recon Office can either help answer these questions or take these things under advisement to further improve the Office’s function, advise on the subgroup’s onboarding process, or obtain any other information that can be useful.

====Frequent Questions====

Most people have no clue what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what we do. The job of the Recon Office, or that of any individual member in a recruiting scenario, is to explain all the facets and unique opportunities we have available for our members. Even after entry into the organization, pilots may have continued questions about the Emperor’s Hammer. Below are some generalized and specific questions that an incoming member may ask.

'''What do we have to offer?'''

One of the largest components of what we have to offer is our compendium of battles for the X-Wing series, including X-wing, TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, and X-Wing Alliance. With over 4,000 member designed custom missions available for our members to play, it is by-far the most effective recruiting tool that no other club has to offer.

We have scheduled multiplayer events and 24/7 informal grouping in both modern and classic game platforms. For those looking for more events to test their mettle against other members, we offer competitions focusing on gaming, fan fiction, trivia, and graphics creation.

'''What makes us different?'''

Since 1995, we have provided a stable and mature environment with over 25 years experience in recreating the excitement and adventure of the Star Wars saga online. Above all else, we have a unique website, uniform creation system, and fleet structure where members can earn and display their promotions, awards, achievements, and other recognition earned in the fight for the Empire.

'''How active do I have to be?'''

The Emperor’s Hammer isn’t meant to be a second job – each member participates how they want, when they want. Some units have members that trend towards the more highly active and competitive, and some are more laid back, though, so finding a home to match your wants is important.

Strict requirements for activity vary from subgroup to subgroup, but the common denominator is simply maintaining communication and an eligible piece of activity, both measured on the scale of months. This allows for a laid–back atmosphere that is a home for all types of members, activity levels, and participation methods.

'''Do I have to read all of the documents and manuals?'''

None of the documents are mandatory reading, but they all provide critical knowledge for the full enjoyment of the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups. They are organized and concise providers of answers to questions that a new member might not even know to ask, helping them get a feel for the community, the processes, and how they fit in. Rank gateway tests reference these materials also, so that is another reason to be familiar with them.

'''Necessary Documents '''

The knowledge that a new member needs is, more often than not, written down in several different documents and websites. Familiarity with the information and location of documents is important when assisting a new member and their on-boarding process.

It is always better to share the information personally, instead of linking a directionless member with the manual or guide – this builds more of a rapport than coldly saying “read this.” However, the member should always be made familiar with these manuals and guides and their locations, in case they want to go and find the information themselves before asking. Below are a couple of the most frequently needed and referenced-to documents.

* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TIE_Corps_New_Member_Guide
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual
* https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/New_pilot_resources
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/COO:Combat_Operations_Manual
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/DB:Dark_Side_Compendium

== On-boarding Member Processes ==

The process of a member joining a subgroup is specific to each type, varying slightly in the details. Being familiar with each is crucial to guiding new recruits through the steps and answering any questions they encounter at each step. Below are the pathways through joining the currently active subgroups.

===TIE Corps===

First, the incoming pilot submits their join form found at https://tc.emperorshammer.org/join.php. The questions on this page consist of identification and preference questions:

* Imperial Citizen Name
* Email Address
* Discord Username
* Recruiter
* Unit Assignment Preference
* How Did You Find the EH?
* Star Wars Gaming Preferences
* Are You 13+?

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted cadet that they have been successfully assigned to the Imperial Weapons and Tactics School (IWATS) and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The TIE Corps Commander will then contact the cadet, traditionally through Discord direct message, asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the pilot is assigned and on active duty.

===Dark Brotherhood===

Entry into the Dark Brotherhood begins the same way, with an identical join form found at https://db.emperorshammer.org/join.php/db.

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted Initiate that they have been successfully assigned to the Initiates and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The Grand Master will then contact the Initiate through email (or Discord if provided), asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the Initiate is assigned to an open Battleteam.

= Medals Awarded =

====Medal of Instruction====
[[File:Moi.png|100px|left]]

<blockquote>The [[Medal of Instruction]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the TIE Corps, upon that new member’s entry into an active-duty squadron. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the TIE Corps, and not recruiting a current TIE Corps member. The Medal of Instruction may be upgraded with a Blue, Gold, Platinum, Emerald or Diamond Cross and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

====Scroll of Indoctrination====
[[File:ScrollIndoctrination.jpg|75px|left]]
<blockquote>The [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the Dark Brotherhood. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the Dark Brotherhood and not recruiting a current Dark Brotherhood member. The Scroll of Indoctrination may be upgraded with a Wax, Lead, Gold, or Blood Seal and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

= Policies of Conduct =

====Emperor’s Hammer Rules and Regulations====

All members of the Emperor’s Hammer are expected to adhere to the governing policies of the Emperor’s Hammer, as outlined in the following documents, including the members of the Recon Office. Displaying proper conduct and disposition is important as the outward–facing department of the Emperor’s Hammer, setting the example for the rest of the members and to display our exemplary behavior and professionalism.

* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/bylaws Bylaws]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/aow Articles of War]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/codeofconduct Code of Conduct]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/cheatingpolicy Cheating Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/privacy Privacy Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/copyrights Copyrights & Disclaimers]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/larules LucasArts Rules]
* [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/business.php Business Information]

Failure to meet and comply with these rules and regulations will result in disciplinary consequences (including those from the RO, at their discretion, in addition to those set by the rest of EHCS).

====External Area Rules====

As representatives of the Emperor’s Hammer, any engagement and actions could be considered exemplifying of the group by an external person or group. Thus, not only still adhering to the EH’s own policies when in external areas, but also that particular space’s rules and regulations, is critical to the success and maintenance of the relationship and cooperation. Without proper conduct, opportunities and relationships with other organizations and spaces are hard to be maintained.

As the Code of Conduct (linked above) says, “where EH members are representing the organization in an external event or have a 'EH' tag/nick they should act in the spirit of this CoC and seek to maintain the organization’s image.”

Failure to meet these standards as Recon Office staff may also result in disciplinary action from the RO, at their discretion.

=Closing Statement=

This manual provides valuable information, instruction, tactics for recruiting, for both members of the Recon Office and for every single member – everyone has the potential and ability to recruit, from the newest Flight Member to the most seasoned Squadron Commander, from the greenest Apprentice to a Battleteam Leader. The Emperor’s Hammer thrives and depends on new members, and if we all play our part in recruitment, our club will continue to be a fun and exciting place for our members, both current and future.

''For the Empire! Long may it reign.''

[[Category:Manuals]]

RO:Graphics Repository

2025-08-26T02:07:30Z

Ossusplayz: Rho Patch Update

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[[File:RO-Patch.png|300px|thumb|right|Recon Office Patch]]

= Introduction =

This page is created to serve as a public-facing library of the Reconnaissance Office's graphic resources. Since all members of the organization share a responsibility to recruit and promote where able, it is only fitting that each member has the best resources and tools available.

Included in this page are squadron and unit patches, recruitment and propaganda posters, and other miscellaneous items. Images are not credited to their creators, as all are Emperor's Hammer property per Emperor's Hammer Bylaws. And also, that would be a lot of work and hunting down creators. If you wish to know an original artist, contact the Reconnaissance Officer.

= Recruitment Assets =
[[File:Davalorn_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Isabis_III_Submission.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Caius_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_2.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_3.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Master_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Alexandre_Morgan.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Tiran_Marr.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Westric_Davalorn.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Vapen_Vanman.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY Asen Starlancer.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:The_Future_of_the_Galaxy.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:No_Price_Too_Great.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_2.png|300px|thumb|center]]
 
 
 
= Unit Patches =
== TC Squadron Patches ==

[[File:Alpha_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Alpha Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Delta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch_Alternate.png|200px|thumb|center|Delta Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Eagle.png|200px|thumb|left|Eagle Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Epsilon-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|center|Epsilon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Firebird_Patch_2020.png|200px|thumb|left|Firebird Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Gamma_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Gamma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Kappa_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Kappa Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Lambda-patch-2020.png|200px|thumb|center|Lambda Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Rho Patch 2025 Grey Stripe.png|200px|thumb|center|Rho Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Scorpion_patch.png|thumb|200px|left|Scorpion Squadron Patch]]
[[File:2021SinPatch.png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sin_patch_(old).png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Spectre.png|200px|thumb|left|Spectre Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Tempest_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Tempest Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|left|Theta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch_new.png|200px|thumb|center|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== Old TC Squadron Patches ==
[[File:Beta_Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Beta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Raven_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Raven Squadron Patch]]
[[File:55859-Sigma-English.png|200px|thumb|left|Sigma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sword_patch_(old).jpg|200px|thumb|center|Sword Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:ThunderSquadronPatch2021d2.png|200px|thumb|center|Thunder Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== TC Battlegroup and Wing Patches ==
[[File:Isdhammer_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|ISDII Hammer Patch]]
[[File:Warrior-Patch-2.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Warrior Patch]]
[[File:Patch_BGIII.png|200px|thumb|left|Battlegroup III Patch]]
[[File:Challenge.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Challenge Patch]]
 
 
== SO House Patches ==
[[File:House_Palpatine_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|House Palpatine Patch]]
[[File:House_Crest_Final.png|200px|thumb|center|House Valkorion Patch]]

 
 
== SO Clan Patches ==
[[File:Clan_Drakonan_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Clan Drakonan Patch]]
 
 
== Emperor's Hammer Logos ==
[[File:EH_logo_2023.svg|200px|thumb|left|Emperor's Hammer Logo]]
[[File:TC_Logo-Red-RGB.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH TIE Corps Logo]]
[[File:EHSO-vector.svg|200px|thumb|left|EH Secret Order Logo]]
[[File:HF_Logo.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH Hammer's Fist Logo]]
[[File:RO-Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Recon Office Patch]]
[[File:TO-patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Training Office Patch]]
 
 
== Miscellaneous Images ==
[[File:EH_Twitter_Banner.png|250px|thumb|left|EH Twitter Banner Image]]
[[File:Impstorm-wide-newlogo.png|250px|thumb|center|Imperial Storm Logo]]
[[File:Imperial_Storm_Logo.png|200px|thumb|left|Imperial Storm Patch]]
[[File:2022-rtf-logo.png|200px|thumb|center|Raise the Flag Patch]]

Eos Shutle Droid

2025-06-29T04:03:56Z

Ossusplayz: Creation of the Eos Shuttle Droid page

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Eos Shuttle Droid Image.png]]
|name= Eos Shuttle Droid
|birth= Umknown
|species= Droid
|skin= Metal Alloy
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 300
|affiliation= Aurora Prime Spaceport Authority
}}

The Aurora Prime Spaceport Authority has jurisdiction over the spaceport located outside of New Imperial City, the planet's capital city. Operating many terminals and pilot or resident services, the Spaceport Authority sees much traffic and customers throughout each cycle. One of the lesser used services in the New Imperial City spaceport is the shuttle droid service to Eos.

Eos is Aurora Prime's moon, and is widely known to be home to the Secret Order (previously known as the Dark Brotherhood). The moon does not see much traffic from Aurora Prime, and especially not by those who do not have their own ship to make the trip.

The droid, despite being in generally a mediocre state of repair, one that features quite prominently a stutter and sparks from its neck, is well-versed in travel between the two celestial bodies. Access to Eos and specifically the Dark Hall landing zone is a carefully guarded and highly-militarized area, so providing the right codes and behaving in the right manner is critical to the success of the trip. The droid is capable of this and knows it, deeming itself invaluable to the success of both organizations it serves.

Some of its passengers describe the trip as "eerie" and "creepy," blaming the droid for constantly interjecting side remarks about how it will see the current shuttle passenger soon when it comes back to pick up its dead body from the front steps of the Dark Hall. Admittedly, it is quite right about this, which apparently makes it gain a sense of self-recognition as a mortuary assistant or something similar.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Not much is known about the Shuttle Droid's early beginnings (or even current happenings, honestly). It is suspected to have been created during the Old Republic era, several years before the rise of the Empire. This is due to the general state of disrepair that the droid is in.

File:Eos Shuttle Droid Image.png

2025-06-29T03:54:04Z

Ossusplayz: AI-generated concept image of the Eos Shuttle Droid (see page for info)

== Summary ==
AI-generated concept image of the Eos Shuttle Droid (see page for info)

Rho Squadron

2025-06-29T03:42:43Z

Ossusplayz: updated to include 2021 (31 ABY) history

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[Jai Thorne]]
|fls=[[Westric Davalorn]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
*[[Jaquel Rainrix]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho Banner 2025.png|900px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Rosh Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Shantell Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' Vacant
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===30 ABY (2021)===
30 ABY proved to be a building year for Rho Squadron, and one that would introduce several key players in Rho's upcoming history to the roster and the TIE Corps. The next three squadron commanders (not even double-counting those who circled around for more than one round at the head of the table) joined during this year: Adom "[[fr0Zen]]" Wietu in February, [[Westric Davalorn]] in June, and [[Alexandre Morgan]] in May.

The pilot known colloquially as acetiepilot left Rho Squadron around the middle of the year to reactivate another squadron on the ISDII Warrior. He led Sigma Squadron for several months after that.

Following Hav Antiel's well-merited retirement and Ace's departure for Sigma, fr0Zen was elevated to Squadron Commander. Picking Westric Davalorn as his Squadron Executive Officer, he began the now-famous Rho cycle of leadership, where replacements are methodically cultivated within the squadron and taught the ropes as each successive change sees each member on the ladder climb up one more rung. In establishing this circle and cycle, fr0Zen and his successors maintain constant engagement and drive and ensure that nobody but the best gets to see the inside of Rho Squadron's command office.

Rho Squadron was led by fr0Zen for the remainder of the year and well into 31 ABY. Proudly leading the squadron from month to month and competition to competition, fr0Zen quickly proved himself to be a premier leader in the Corps (even landing an interview on the TIE Corps' Airlock Podcast at the beginning of 31 ABY).

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], fr0Zen, [[FamePlane]], Alexandre Morgan, Westric Davalorn, and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [Westric Davalorn] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [Alexandre Morgan], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Historic Patches and Banners ==
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-06-29T03:24:27Z

Ossusplayz: Added Secret Order alternate timeline information

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= CMDR (Rho) Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He serves as the Squadron Commander, currently in his second stint in the role. He also currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He had previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
===Secret Order===
**Alternate Timeline**
An alternate timeline of the galaxy tells the story of Alexandre Morgan in a different scenario, and a different adulthood. It describes how the Imperial officers stationed at the Morgan Estate were not tied into information about the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps but instead the Secret Order (then called the Dark Brotherhood). The alternate timeline describes his slow path to the Aurora System and Eos, the moon of Aurora Prime. After the long and meandering journey only accompanied by a mysterious large black cube that was the only contents of the pod at the Estate, he arrives at Aurora Prime and is directed to a shuttle service.

The shuttle service, piloted and directed by a droid that increasingly appears non-optimistic about Morgan's chance of success at his final destination - and increasingly excited about picking up his body on a return trip, insinuating he also serves as somewhat of a mortuary assistant or ferryman of the dead - takes him to the Dark Hall on Eos. He is greeted there by a mysterious figure who is only ever called by his rank in Morgan's first hours there.

This figure takes him inside the hall and introduces by way of intimidating ritual him to Darth Surgo, the then-leader of the Dark Brotherhood/Secret Order (who looked suspiciously like Silwar Naiilo, whom Morgan knew from the alternate timeline with the TIE Corps). After a lesson masquerading as a threat or lecture, Morgan retreats to his new quarters, where, by taking Surgo's lessons to heart, he is able to open the black box, revealing parts to the coveted weapon of Force-users: the lightsaber.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Tusorixian

2025-06-29T03:06:34Z

Ossusplayz: two typo corrections

__NOTOC__
__NOEDITSECTION__
[[File:Tusorixian.png|224px|thumb|right|Tusorixian]]
Tusorixians were a near-human species native to the planet [[Tusorix]]. They were first encountered by the Emperor’s Hammer as the First Recon Division ventured into the Unknown Regions.

==Biology and appearance==
Tusorixians resembled humans in most aspects except for two distinct features: on average they were taller than humans, and they had two small, rounded, bony horns above their foreheads. Their skin tones were similar in range to those of humans, with the Tusorixians that lived closer to the equator having darker complexions.

==Society and culture==
Tusorixians were a hospitable people. Tusorix was a trading hub for other nearby systems, with a steady stream of commerce traffic coming and going. Tusorix also had a large tourism industry, with several forms of entertainment available in the large cities, while there were also several luxurious resorts along the coastlines.

They were not familiar with the Empire prior to the arrival of the First Recon Division. They were vaguely familiar with the Old Republic. In general, they did not pay much attention to the changes in the socio-military environment of the known galaxy.

==EH Relations==
The Tusorixians had a strong relationship with the Emperor's Hammer. The locals were welcoming and opened their planet to the First Recon Division. During the First Battle of Tusorix, EH forces defended the locals from an unknown enemy. The locals clarified that the raiders were known as the [[Ishtari]] and requested assistance from [[Grand Admiral]] [[Rapier]]. The Grand Admiral agreed, and the First Recon Division scouted the surrounding systems for the Ishtari homeworld, skirmishing with the enemy in several engagements. The EH forces returned to Tusorix to analyze their findings, only for the Ishtari to launch an all out assault. At the Second Battle of Tusorix, the First Recon Division routed the Ishtari force. After refitting the fleet and analyzing the reconnaissance data, the First Recon Division went on the assault. Pushing into Ishtari territory, the EH fleet slowly drove the enemy back to their homeworld, capturing several Ishtari-controlled planets in the process. While the First Recon Division was ultimately unsuccessful in its attempt to neutralize the homeworld, the ability of the Ishtari to continue their violent tactics was all but eliminated. Upon returning to Tusorix, the EH fleet was welcomed back as saviors and liberators.
===TIE/rh Rhodium Creation===
Intended as a thank you gift from the Tusorixian people to the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, and enabled and aided by the discovery of large enough quantities of Rhodium on Tusorix's mining moon of Zaryan, Tusorixian technical starcraft engineers collaborated with the Emperor's Hammer Science Office to create a flagship starfighter that represented the coexisting relationship between the Tusorixian planet and its protectors.

The Tusorixian Minister of Resources, Minister Rtopi, under direction from the First Minister Opiff, began to mine the metal with intent for at least half to be donated to the Strike Fleet. Eventually Major Lorner of the Emperor's Hammer Science Office was contacted by the Tusorixian Chief of Ministerial Engineers, Hashel Brole, about the prospect of a joint collaborative starfighter.

Prototypes for a new metal alloy using rhodium in conjunction with other more traditional ship hull materials like quadanium to harness the capabilities of both were created in laboratories aboard the ISDII Warrior. It was there that the design for the craft was created, as well.

Implementing several traditional Tusorixian sailing designs, chiefly triangular outrigger sails that serve as the hallmark of Tusorixian engineering, the two teams of engineers melded the ideas with traditional Imperial engineering and came up with the TIE/rh Rhodium, which was then presented to [[Rho Squadron]] as a reward for their excellent completion of 32 ABY's ReMob competition.

Tusorixian

2025-06-29T03:05:22Z

Ossusplayz: updated to include TIE/rh information

__NOTOC__
__NOEDITSECTION__
[[File:Tusorixian.png|224px|thumb|right|Tusorixian]]
Tusorixians were a near-human species native to the planet [[Tusorix]]. They were first encountered by the Emperor’s Hammer as the First Recon Division ventured into the Unknown Regions.

==Biology and appearance==
Tusorixians resembled humans in most aspects except for two distinct features: on average they were taller than humans, and they had two small, rounded, bony horns above their foreheads. Their skin tones were similar in range to those of humans, with the Tusorixians that lived closer to the equator having darker complexions.

==Society and culture==
Tusorixians were a hospitable people. Tusorix was a trading hub for other nearby systems, with a steady stream of commerce traffic coming and going. Tusorix also had a large tourism industry, with several forms of entertainment available in the large cities, while there were also several luxurious resorts along the coastlines.

They were not familiar with the Empire prior to the arrival of the First Recon Division. They were vaguely familiar with the Old Republic. In general, they did not pay much attention to the changes in the socio-military environment of the known galaxy.

==EH Relations==
The Tusorixians had a strong relationship with the Emperor's Hammer. The locals were welcoming and opened their planet to the First Recon Division. During the First Battle of Tusorix, EH forces defended the locals from an unknown enemy. The locals clarified that the raiders were known as the [[Ishtari]] and requested assistance from [[Grand Admiral]] [[Rapier]]. The Grand Admiral agreed, and the First Recon Division scouted the surrounding systems for the Ishtari homeworld, skirmishing with the enemy in several engagements. The EH forces returned to Tusorix to analyze their findings, only for the Ishtari to launch an all out assault. At the Second Battle of Tusorix, the First Recon Division routed the Ishtari force. After refitting the fleet and analyzing the reconnaissance data, the First Recon Division went on the assault. Pushing into Ishtari territory, the EH fleet slowly drove the enemy back to their homeworld, capturing several Ishtari-controlled planets in the process. While the First Recon Division was ultimately unsuccessful in its attempt to neutralize the homeworld, the ability of the Ishtari to continue their violent tactics was all but eliminated. Upon returning to Tusorix, the EH fleet was welcomed back as saviors and liberators.
===TIE/rh Rhodium Creation===
Intended as a thank you gift from the Tusorixian people to the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, and enabled and aided by the discovery of large enough quantities of Rhodium on Tusorix's mining moon of Zaryan, Tusorixian technical starcraft engineers collaborated with the Emperor's Hammer Science Office to create a flagship starfighter that represented the coexisting relationship between the Tusorixian planet and its protectors.

The Tusorixian Minister of Resources, Minister Rtopi, under direction from the First Minister Opiff, began to mine the metal with intent for at least half to be donated to the Strike Fleet. Eventually Major Lorner of the Emperor's Hammer Science Office was contacted by the Tusorixian Chief of Ministerial Engineers, Hashel Brole, about the prospect of a joint collaborative starfighter.

Prototypes for a new metal alloy using rhodium in conjuntion with other more traditional ship hull materials like quadanium to harness the capabilities of both were created in laboratories aboard the ISDII Warrior. It was there that the design for the craft was created, as well.

Implementing several traditional Tusorixian sailing designs, chiefly traingular outrigger sails that serve as the hallmark of Tusorixian engineering, the two teams of engineers melded the ideas with traditional Imperial engineering and came up with the TIE/rh Rhodium, which was then presented to [[Rho Squadron]] as a reward for their excellent completion of 32 ABY's ReMob competition.

Rho Squadron

2025-03-30T00:40:25Z

Ossusplayz: /* Patches and Banners */

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[Jai Thorne]]
|fls=[[Rosh Nyine]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|700px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Jaquel Rainrix]]
# '''FM''' [[Shantell Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Rosh Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], [[fr0Zen]], [[FamePlane]], [[Alexandre Morgan]], [[Westric Davalorn]], and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [Westric Davalorn] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [Alexandre Morgan], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Patches and Banners ==
====Current====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png|200px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}

====Historic====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Rho Squadron

2025-03-30T00:40:00Z

Ossusplayz: Updated for Rho Squadron 2025 patch correction/slight edit

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[Jai Thorne]]
|fls=[[Rosh Nyine]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|700px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Jaquel Rainrix]]
# '''FM''' [[Shantell Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Rosh Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], [[fr0Zen]], [[FamePlane]], [[Alexandre Morgan]], [[Westric Davalorn]], and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [Westric Davalorn] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [Alexandre Morgan], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Patches and Banners ==
====Current====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey_Stripe.png.png|200px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}

====Historic====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

File:Rho Patch 2025 Grey Stripe.png

2025-03-30T00:38:43Z

Ossusplayz:

Rho Squadron

2025-03-26T19:05:18Z

Ossusplayz: Major update to squadron history (edited existing + added new), patch update, and more.

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[Jai Thorne]]
|fls=[[Rosh Nyine]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|700px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Jaquel Rainrix]]
# '''FM''' [[Shantell Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Rosh Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===29 ABY (2020)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history. (Later, a squadron logo from 1995 was unearthed from archives by the Internet Office).

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to Imperial squadrons of history, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of 'superfighters' like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, then-FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the Imperial precedent, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated in 29 ABY (16 April 2020) with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] shortly after. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. By the middle of 29 ABY (21 June 2020), Rho Squadron became full for the first time with twelve active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 29 ABY's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. Even though preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 29 ABY marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, and the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 29 ABY was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 30 ABY.

===31 ABY (2022)===
During 31 ABY, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], [[fr0Zen]], [[FamePlane]], [[Alexandre Morgan]], [[Westric Davalorn]], and substitutes [[Jarion Renalds]] and [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing six of the eight assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization IV]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher-tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning fifth place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade, creating the assurance that after their own tenure there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the leadership skills, positivity, and community-building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 31 ABY as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 32 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded Rho Family.

===32 ABY (2023)===
This year, Rho Squadron found itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the cooperative Imperial Storm V conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V event, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare alloy and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, led by then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] who began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it looked similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and elevated general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian historycoupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 32 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

32 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [Westric Davalorn] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [Alexandre Morgan], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to [[Maston Dane]].

===33 ABY (2024)===
33 ABY was yet another year of excellence from the Rho Family. Led by CMDR Dane throughout the entirety of the year, Rho saw the Escort Squadron title return in a resounding rout of the competition during that year's Raise the Flag. The squadron's efforts, spearheaded by the now-back-to-back TCCOM's Wingman winner Baron Vanguard, helped propel Battlegroup II to claim victory as well. The sweep of victories was only exceeded by the excitement of the pilots to be flying, strategizing, and cooperating together in an event once more.

===34 ABY (2025)===
Maston Dane stepped down from the CMDR leadership position near the end of the Strike Fleet's victorious encounter with the First Order in Imperial Storm VII. [[Alexandre Morgan]] stepped back up to the plate, fresh off his multiple tours-of-duty as the Reconnaissance Officer. After taking applications from across the fleet, he was joined by [[Jai Thorne]] who became Rho's Executive Officer. Morgan then began training the next generation of Rho leadership, and his accomplishments during his second tenure are eagerly awaited.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Patches and Banners ==
====Current====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2025_Grey.png|200px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2025
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}

====Historic====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

File:Rho Patch 2025 Grey.png

2025-03-26T18:16:16Z

Ossusplayz: Rho patch (updated for TIE Rhodium) designed and drawn by OL"Davy Jonez

== Summary ==
Rho patch (updated for TIE Rhodium) designed and drawn by OL"Davy Jonez
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Rho Squadron

2025-03-24T22:41:36Z

Ossusplayz: Major update, part 1

{{EH Squadron
|name=Rho Squadron
|image=[[image:Rho_Squadron_Patch_2024.png]]
|commander=[[Alexandre Morgan]]
|xo=[[Jai Thorne]]
|fls=[[Rosh Nyine]]
|veterans=
*[[Keirdagh "Yacks" Cantor]]
*[[Hav Antiel]]
*[[Drake Starfire]]
*[[JetMech]]
*[[Jarion Renalds]]
*[[acetiepilot]]
*[[Vapen Van'an]]
*[[fr0Zen]]
|wing=[[Wing II]]
|ship=[[ISD Warrior]]
|mission=[[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]]
|flightI= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
|flightIII= [[TIE Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]]
}}
[[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|700px]]

'''Rho Squadron''' is a [[Squadron Objectives#Deep Strike|Deep Strike]] squadron assigned to [[Wing II]] on the [[Warrior|Imperial-II Class Star Destroyer Warrior]].

==Roster==
====Flight I====
''The Steam Rhollers - "Harvesters of Fear"''
# '''CMDR''' [[Alexandre Morgan]]
# '''FM''' [[Vanguard88]]
# '''FM''' [[Miguel]]
# '''FM''' [[Isabis Kamaria]]

====Flight II====
''The Jolly Rhogers - "Give No Quarter"''
# '''SQXO''' [[Jai Thorne]]
# '''FM''' [[Jaquel Rainrix]]
# '''FM''' [[Shantell Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[Maston Dane]]

====Flight III====
''The Phantom Aces - "Silent Shadows, Relentless Force"''
# '''FL''' [[Rosh Nyine]]
# '''FM''' [[OL"Davy Jonez]]
# '''FM''' [[Westric Davalorn]]
# '''FM''' [[Rotarg Kradak]]

==Squadron Achievements==

* In the [[Raise the Flag 2020|2020 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 11 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 8,078 points.
* In the Chalquila Cup II Star Wars Squadrons 3v3 Fleet Battle competition, Rho Squadron's team, "The Jolly Rhogers", took first place with 13 wins and only 1 loss.
*In the [[Raise the Flag 2024|2024 Raise the Flag]] competition, Rho Squadron took first place among the 18 squadrons in the TIE Corps with 37,566.93 points. Baron of the TIE Corps [[Vanguard88]] earned 9,942 points, making him the top pilot in the entire [[TIE Corps]] and continuing his appointment as the TIE Corps Commander's Wingman.

==History==

===2020 (28 ABY)===
By 2019, the TIE Corps' membership had dwindled from its heyday in the early 2000s, leading to the closure of Beta and Sigma squadrons. This left the Corps with only six active squadrons. Efforts to attract new and returning pilots started working, and by March of 2020, the TCCOM announced plans to reopen two squadrons. Hav Antiel, then Commodore of the Warrior, expressed interest in leading the ship's new squadron. From the available list of inactive Wing II squadrons (Psi, Rho, and Sigma), Antiel chose Rho because it was a relative "blank slate" compared to Sigma (which had been mothballed in 2019) and Psi (which had historical reports and logos on file). Antiel found evidence that a historical Rho Squadron had existed in the past, but he was unable to find any reports, logos, or solid history.

In developing the initial mission and image of Rho Squadron, CMDR Antiel looked to the Imperial squadrons in the original Star Wars trilogy, depicted with gray/blue fighters and black uniforms. When Rho was reactivated, every other TIE Corps squadron consisted of superfighters like the TIE Defender and Missile Boat. Sin Squadron had just earned a signature superfighter, the TIE Sinister, that notably included cupholders and air conditioning. This inspired Antiel to pitch Rho as a throwback to the canonical Imperial mindset: bad guys with expendable ships and pilots and stark black and gray iconography. Antiel told the TCCOM, FA Plif, of his desire for a complement of shieldless TIEs, and Plif helped Antiel decide on the menacing TIE Interceptor. While other squadrons used different fighters for each flight, Antiel followed the examples shown in the films, where squadrons consisted of a dozen of the same fighter.

Rho Squadron was activated on 16 April 2020 with three veteran pilots: [[Trideo Arkson]] and [[Drake Starfire]] as [[Flight Leader|Flight Leaders]] and Hav Antiel as CMDR. They were joined by another returning veteran, [[Jarion Renalds]] on 18 April. Although Trideo Arkson soon went AWOL and Drake Starfire left to command [[Inferno Squadron]], Rho grew, attracting new pilots to fly the TC's only TIE Interceptors. On 21 June 2020, Rho Squadron became full for the first time with 12 active pilots.

Still reeling from his disappointing [[Raise the Flag 2019]] loss as Commodore of the Warrior, Antiel saw 2020's RtF competition as an opportunity to redeem himself and announce his new squadron as real challengers. Rho began preparations for RtF months ahead of its September start date. As preemptive rule changes scuttled some of Rho's strategies, the pilots adapted, developing alternative strategies before finally settling on a familiar formula: single-player SPAM flying.

[[Raise the Flag 2020]] became a three-way contest between Rho, fellow newcomers [[Tempest Squadron]], and five-time winners [[Theta Squadron]]. Rho's SP focus, spearheaded by Antiel, [[Lo Mar]], [[Epicedion]], and [[Frenchie6]], was bolstered by Lo Mar's fiction entries, including his Bonus-winning fiction. At the close of the contest, Rho set a new RtF record with 8,078 points, becoming only the third different squadron to earn the title of TCCOM's Escort Squadron. Four of Rho's pilots ranked among the Top 10, more than any other squadron. For 10 of Rho's 12 pilots, 2020 marked their first-ever Raise the Flag competition. Although Rho's triumph gave the new squadron prestige and enmity, the magnitude of their RtF accomplishment was acknowledged across the TIE Corps.

<blockquote>''COL Antiel led a group of junior officers and new recruits to become the TCCOM's Escort Squadron in Raise the Flag 2020. Having tried and failed to overcome the Wall of Theta myself a few times, I'm proud of what Rho Squadron was able to achieve.''</blockquote>
<blockquote>—FA Plif</blockquote>

Rho's attitude and sense of community were pivotal to the squadron's success in RtF. Although every member of the squadron contributed to that sense of community, the heart of Rho in 2020 was its XO, [[acetiepilot]]. Tommy, as he was known to his peers, coined and epitomized the "Rho looks after Rho" mindset by checking in with other pilots, stoking conversations on comms, and organizing pools to buy copies of games for Rho pilots. Antiel recognized Tommy's potential and made plans with his XO to take over command of the squadron in 2021.

===2022 (30 ABY)===
During 2022, Rho Squadron preformed exceptionally well across multiple competitions. Rho contributed to the ISDII Warrior's stunning victory in Imperial Storm IV with tactical analyses and flight activity. Shortly after, the squadron reinforced its flight prowess with an equally stunning sweep of the Chalquilla Cup, winning all but one game and dominating the competition. The Rho Squadron team, "The Jolly Rhogers", earned Iron Stars with Platinum Wings and Distinguished Flying Crosses and were celebrated at an awards ceremony held after the competition's close. The Jolly Rhogers were CM [[Vapen Van'an|Vapen Vanman]], LC [[fr0Zen]], CM [[FamePlane]], CM [[Alexandre Morgan]], CM [[Westric Davalorn]], and substitutes CPT [[Jarion Renalds]] and LT [[Kevinbackroom]].

After completing 6 of the 8 assigned tasks for [[Squadron (Re)Mobilization|Squadron (Re)Mobilization 4]], Rho Squadron elected to take advantage of the higher tier ships available for requisition and traded in its TIE Interceptors for the technologically superior TIE Avengers. With these new ships, Rho flew extraordinarily during that year's Raise the Flag, earning 5th place overall out of 17 other squadrons, and first place of the squadrons of the ISDII Warrior. Uniting in efforts writing fiction, creating graphics, and prolifically flying, Rho confidently placed high and set the groundwork for an even better year to follow.

During this year, Rho's leadership became a noticeably productive industry. Extraordinary commanders taught their SQXOs and FLs tips and tricks of trade with the assurance that after their stint there would be a confident and capable replacement. Some of Rho leadership even transferred to other squadrons to fill vacancies, spreading the positivity, leadership skills, and community building focus.

Proud of all of these performances and developments, Rho leadership marked 2022 as a beyond resounding success, and headed into 2023 with high hopes and plans to even further improve the increasingly highly-regarded community - the Rho Family.

===2023 (31 ABY)===
This year, Rho Squadron sound itself continuing on the trend of being on the winning end of competitions. Fighting (and being one of the very few to survive without a single lost pilot) in the first cooperative Imperial Storm V competition in the form of the conflict against the Ishtari, the pilots of the Rho Family grew more together and even stronger than before. The Ishtari enemy would turn out to be on that would test the mettle and character of each and every pilot, and the Rho Family rose to the challenge magnificently.

In recognition of this attitude, proficiency, and excellence, in addition to a stunning performance and completion in the Squadron (Re)Mobilization V, the squadron was afforded a rare award. Designed by joint efforts of Tusorixian engineers and the Emperor's Hammer's Science Office, a new craft was created from a rare allow and gifted exclusively to the Rho Squadron pilots. Six of the Rho Family were also used as consultants for the development of the craft, and then-commander [Alexandre Morgan] began to adopt the development of the ship.

Called the [[TIE_Rhodium|TIE/rh Rhodium]], it stood similar to a TIE/Interceptor but with upgraded armor, shields, weaponry, and general capability. It incorporated traditional aesthetic designs from Tusorixian history that were coupled with the Imperial ethos and character in both a gesture of harmony between the two cultures and in acknowledgement of the gift of the rare metal from the Tusorixian government, which they viewed as repayment for the Emperor's Hammer's protection from the Ishtari species. An image of the craft can be found below in the 'Equipment' section.

While the squadron did not place first in the Raise the Flag competition in 31 ABY, its monumental efforts in galvanizing its fellow Warrior pilots succeeded in winning the Flagship title for the Star Destroyer. Rho Squadron's excellent sense of family, community, and character also eventually attracted the highest-scoring pilot in the competition, the newly-minted Baron of the TIE Corps [Vanguard88].

31 ABY saw a parade of highly successful commanders. The Rho Squadron hero [Westric Davalorn] stepped down from the office early in the year, satisfied with his service and confident in his impact on the squadron. Succeeding him was [Alexandre Morgan], who, alongside his eventual Admiralty roles, led the squadron through the smash hit Squadron ReMob V competition and the creation of the TIE Rhodium. After Morgan stepped down to pursue academic success, [[Fr0Zen|Adom Wietu]] returned to the helm of the Family and headed up the massive Wing-wide RtF success. At the end of the year, Wietu accepted leadership of the ISDII Warrior itself and passed the reins to the current commander, [[Maston Dane]], whos impact and influence on the trajectory of the Rho Family is eagerly anticipated.

==Squadron Commanders==

{| border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="2" style="width:75%;"
|- style="background:white; color:black"
! #
! CMDR
! Took office
! Left office
! Time in office
! Location
! Starting Rank
! Ending Rank

|- valign="top"
! 1 || [[Hav Antiel]] || 16 April 2020 || 31 December 2020 || 8m, 15d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[General]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 2 || [[acetiepilot]] || 1 January 2021 || 20 June 2021 || 5m, 19d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
|- valign="top"
! 3 || [[fr0Zen]] || 20 June 2021 || 2 April 2022 || 9m, 13d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 4 || [[Westric Davalorn]] || 2 April 2022 || 11 February 2023 || 10m, 9d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Lieutenant Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 5 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 11 February 2023 || 12 August 2023 || 6m, 1d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Captain]] || [[Major]]
|- valign="top"
! 6 || [[fr0Zen]] || 12 August 2023 || 14 December 2023 || 4m, 2d || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || [[Colonel]]
|- valign="top"
! 7 || [[Maston Dane]] || 14 December 2023 || ''23 March 2025'' || ''1y, 3m, 9d'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Commander]] || [[Colonel]]
! 8 || [[Alexandre Morgan]] || 23 March 2025 || ''TBA'' || ''TBA'' || [[Warrior|ISD Warrior]] || [[Colonel]] || ''TBA''
|}

==Equipment==

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:rho suit.png|200px|]]
! [[image:TIE_Rhodium.png|500px|]]
|-
| Flight suit worn by the brave pilots of Rho Squadron.
| Rho Squadron's new TIE/rh Rhodium fighters, custom-created and designed for the squadron.
|}

== Patches and Banners ==
====Current====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Squadron_Patch_2024.png|200px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2024
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Banner_2022.png|400px]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2022
|}

====Historic====
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho_Patch_2022.png|200px|]]
! [[image:New_Rho_Flight_Patches_2022.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2022
| Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2022
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-patch-2020.png|200px|]]
! [[image:Rho_Flight_Patches_2020.png|600px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Patch, 2020
| Unofficial Patches for Flights I, II, and III, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho-Banner-2020.png|400px|]]
! [[image:Rho-Banner-Oct2020.png|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 2020
| RtF Victory Update, 2020
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;;"
|- style="background-color:#000000;"
! [[image:Rho Shadow Dragons.jpg|400px|]]
|-
| Rho Squadron Banner, 1995
|}
[[Category: Battlegroup II]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-03-24T22:25:38Z

Ossusplayz: formatting fix in character sheet

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= CMDR (Rho) Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He serves as the Squadron Commander, currently in his second stint in the role. He also currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He had previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-03-24T22:25:03Z

Ossusplayz: Updated for CMDR promotion (again!)

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Rho Squadron Commander Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He serves as the Squadron Commander, currently in his second stint in the role. He also currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He had previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
 
 
Late in the third month of 34 ABY, while the Imperial Storm conflict against the First Order was wrapping up, Morgan was promoted once more to the role of Squadron Commander for Rho. He viewed his return to the role as another opportunity to better his home and his family, and launched into the position without being hampered by his rigorous studies, commitments to Balain, or other obligations.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-03-04T14:36:00Z

Ossusplayz: Link for Rho Squadron in synopsis bio.

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to [[Rho Squadron]], stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He also previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-03-04T14:35:17Z

Ossusplayz: Updated for position/rank changes, some other minor switches

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Colonel Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to Rho Squadron, stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He currently serves as a Reconnaissance Officer Assistant aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and had served as the Recon Officer from 33 to 34 ABY. He also previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, but specifically enjyoed piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, within which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the genesis of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's hasty acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments to an extreme level. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive fleet. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a structural rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho Two.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Immediately before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position, serving under then-Captain[[Westric Davalorn]].
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the health of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft he designed as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his initial appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral. He continued in the office as an Assistant again, and continued to lend his experience and advise.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-02-16T21:15:33Z

Ossusplayz: Rank/Position update

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member Recon Office Assistant
|rank= Major Former Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to Rho Squadron, stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He currently serves as the Emperor's Hammer Reconnaissance Officer aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and has previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring private tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, especially piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, with which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the beginning of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes, newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive battlegroup. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho 2.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Shortly before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position.
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the healthiness of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

Alexandre Morgan

2025-02-16T21:14:19Z

Ossusplayz: Update to Feb 34 ABY.

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan (grey).png]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member Recon Officer
|rank= Major Rear Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to Rho Squadron, stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He currently serves as the Emperor's Hammer Reconnaissance Officer aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and has previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring private tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, especially piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, with which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the beginning of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes, newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive battlegroup. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho 2.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Shortly before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position.
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 31 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the healthiness of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
 
 
Late in 33 ABY Morgan's life sped up for him. Dealing with increasing time commitments from both his relationship with Balain and his studies, he decided to move towards training a new Recon Officer to fill his role. Having added [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA months previously, he offered the Command Attaché position to him with the expectation of being the successor.
====34 ABY====
Early in 34 ABY, on the same date as his appointment, he stepped down as Recon Officer. As a parting gift he was awarded the Grand Order of the Empire and promoted to the rank of Admiral.
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

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Ossusplayz: Alexandre Portrait created by @theendisgreen (non EH member)

== Summary ==
Alexandre Portrait created by @theendisgreen (non EH member)

RO:Reconnaissance Manual

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= Introduction =

<blockquote> ''“The [[Reconnaissance Officer]] serves as the focal point for the Emperor's Hammer external-facing operations and leads the Emperor's Hammer outreach activities in order to promote and advance the club. This includes overseeing the Emperor's Hammer official social media accounts, developing ways to recruit new members, forming relations with other groups, and keeping the membership of the Emperor's Hammer informed of upcoming Star Wars books, games, and events that members may want to take part in. The Reconnaissance Officer coordinates closely with other Command Staff officers and Group Commanders in order to synchronize efforts with internal club activities.” 
'''''– Reconnaissance Officer Position Description''''' </blockquote>

The Emperor’s Hammer’s breath and blood is in its pilots, its troopers, its Sith – without active and ardent members, the group has no future. But where do all of these recruits come from? How do people find the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups? How is a social media presence organized, relationships with other groups cultivated, and current news both internal and external compiled and presented?

The Reconnaissance Office, led by the Reconnaissance Officer (Recon Officer, or RO), takes point on all of these ideas, and more. Supported by dedicated assisting staff, the office works to attract interested recruits, cultivate an online presence, and much more.

The Recon Office takes on many projects, not only always trying to increase recruitment, but to better the organization with feedback from its newly-admitted members. At any given time, the queue of ideas for the countless platforms and media types the Recon Office works with is full of excellent projects and goals.

This manual document is a guide to the Recon Office, both for incoming staff and the general public. It also provides an insight into the Office’s principles of recruitment, advertising, and conduct, useful for any pilot interested in recruiting themselves. Any questions about the material in this manual can be answered by the RO and the office staff.

= Office Staff =

===== Reconnaissance Officer =====
* Rear Admiral [[Alexandre Morgan]]

The RO is the head of the Recon Office. They have final say and control within the department and answer directly to the Fleet Commander. They coordinate projects, working with their subordinates and other offices in the Emperor’s Hammer Command Staff alike, and hold disciplinary authority over the rest of the office.

===== Command Attaché to the Recon Office =====

* Rear Admiral [[Jai Thorne]]

The CA:RO is the primary supporting staff of the Recon Office, the second-in-command of the office. Answering and reporting directly to the RO, the CA:RO takes the helm of many projects and social management, in addition to supporting and cooperating with the rest of the Office on their own projects and goals.

===== Recon Office Assistants =====
* Colonel ‘Pops’ [[Gytheran]]
* Inquisitor [[Khaz Bibble]]
* Lieutenant Colonel [[Maston Dane]]
* Captain [[OL"Davy Jonez]]

Recon Office Assistants, or ROAs, are members of the Emperor’s Hammer who have shown proficiency and dedication to themes, ideas, and projects relevant to the interests of the Recon Office. These individuals desire to advance the purpose of the Recon Office, contributing to social media presences, recruitment, and other projects of the Office.

= Social Media =

One of the central focuses of the Recon Office is the presentation and outward-facing identity of the Emperor’s Hammer, and one of the most important methods of how this is done is the Recon Office’s social media presence. Coordinating efforts spanning multiple platforms and media types, the Recon Office focuses on cultivating presences that displays the organization and its happenings to the outside world, as well as interacting with other organizations and accounts. The Recon Office uses many different spaces to accomplish this, including Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and even other Discord servers.

====Twitter (X)====

Twitter is a short form social media site, ideal for an image and a short advertising blurb. “Tweets” are limited to 280 characters, with URL links using up a non–variable 23 characters. Images are most fit in a 16:9 aspect ratio, most commonly 1920x1080px, but do not take up any of the allotted characters. Thus, pictures and graphics are essential on this platform, allowing for more information to be communicated than in the few sentences of text allowed. The Emperor’s Hammer and the EH Recon Office both have official Twitter accounts, found at https://twitter.com/emperorshammer and https://twitter.com/EHReconOffice, respectively.

The Recon Office will tweet and share content posted to Emperor’s Hammer groups such as recruitment posters, member’s artwork, and club highlights to attract potential new members. The Recon Office also shares news relating to Star Wars such as upcoming games, movies/TV shows, and other media. A great method of utilizing Twitter is engaging with online users via comment replies to discuss Star Wars related topics and gaining followers, leading to interest and recruitment of new members.

====Instagram====

Instagram is a social media site that focuses on photo and video sharing where users can like, comment, and share posts across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer utilizes Instagram to share artwork, graphics, and other imagery created by our members, as well as promotional material such as competitions and events ongoing within the club. With a relatively massive character limit of 2,200, this platform is fit for slightly longer–form written advertisements than Twitter is allowing the ability to post longer replies in comment sections and post replies. The Emperor’s Hammer Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/emperorshammer.

====Facebook====

Facebook is a social networking site created in 2004 that was originally designed for college students to share updates, collaborate on projects, and share upcoming events. Nowadays, Facebook has over one billion users with the ability to create groups, pages, and messaging across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer has an active group that is used as an additional resource to keep the membership updated on club activities and news, as well as giving members a space to share memes, cool images, and other Star Wars content, effectively unbounded by character limits – you can write a maximum of 63,206 characters when drafting a post. This group, because of the Facebook user demographic, often sees activity from members from the past, in a reserve group or inactive. In this space, the Recon Office focuses on always being ready to help a member reconnect and reactivate their profile to re–engage in the Emperor’s Hammer. The EH Facebook group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2204060617.

====YouTube====

YouTube is a video sharing social media platform that the Emperor’s Hammer uses to post member–created videos and shorts. With videos posted ranging from hour–long podcasts to twenty–second clips, YouTube is a versatile platform to display its members’ work and creativity in video format, a different way to recruit and advertise than text with a graphic. This markets to a different audience than the traditional static social media, and allows videos to be collated in their own area, not interspersed between static image posts like on Instagram and other platforms. The Emperor’s Hammer YouTube channel is found at https://www.youtube.com/@emperorshammer.

====Reddit====

Reddit is a social media site that functions as an aggregation of communities, called subreddits, centralized around specific topics. This predilection for already liking a certain topic can help inform advertising and recruitment tactics, specifying the graphics and text to cater towards the common denominator of the recipients. The Emperor’s Hammer also has its own subreddit, found at https://www.reddit.com/r/tiecorps where members can subscribe to the subreddit and receive updates to their personal newsfeed. The subreddit acts as a space where reddit users can post images and create discussion threads to talk about topics related to Star Wars, Emperor’s Hammer, and everything in between.

An important consideration is that most subreddits have rules for their specific communities. It is important that, while advertising and recruiting – if allowed – that all the rules of the community are adhered to. As a representative of our organization, it is important to maintain the images and reputations of yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer, as well as maintaining the amicable relationships with these communities.

====Discord====

Discord is an instant messaging and VoIP social platform, similar to the eons of past programs such as mIRC, Teamspeak, and Ventrilo. Users have the ability to communicate with voice calls, video calls, text messaging, media and files in private chats or as part of communities called "servers".

One of the largest ways to recruit new members is providing discord invite links for our official servers so that potential members can join and interact with the membership at large. Each sub-group has an approved discord invite link that varies between temporary, permanent, and vanity invite links. Vanity links, or custom invite links, are available to servers that have reached a threshold of “boosts” which are provided to discord users who are subscribed to the premium version of discord called “discord nitro”.

For example, the TIE Corps server has a vanity link which is https://discord.gg/TIECorps as the server maintains a number of server boosts to retain the perk of having a vanity invite link.

====Other Discord Servers====

Other Discord servers are, similarly to subreddits, opportunities to advertise and cater to an already narrowed–down audience, which allows your pitch and advertisement to be equally narrowed–down. For example, if you’re advertising on an EA Battlefront II server, the graphic and text associated with it would be different than an advertisement on the X-Wing Series Discord, each specific Discord space warranting different specific pitches. The more specific and personal an advertisement can be to the audience, the more effective – thus, the more potential advertising in these Discords has.

One important note for other Discord servers, similar to the Reddit section, is that some servers have specific rules about advertisement. As a representative of the Emperor’s Hammer, following these rules fully is of the highest importance so you reflect positively on yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer. In addition, following these rules ensures our continued allowance to participate in advertisement in that space, reaching as many people as possible.

= Recruitment Methods =

It may feel that all of the Recon Office’s recruitment work takes place online, on websites, social media, and text boxes. This is not true, though, as there are plenty of in-person and real life opportunities to attract interest and potential recruits to the Emperor’s Hammer.

====Conventions, Events, and Every–day Life====

At conventions and other in-person events you can always be on the lookout for opportunities to recruit new members. Star Wars fans come from all walks of life and talking up the club in conversation is a great way to spread the word. There are a few key things to remember when striking up a conversation when trying to convince someone to join the Emperor’s Hammer, even when it’s in an impromptu conversation in every–day life.

'''''Be Polite''''' - The most important factor is to come across as polite as possible to a potential recruit. This will help them respect you and hear out what you have to say, feeling comfortable, as well as setting an example of behavior typical of the expected conduct in the Emperor’s Hammer.

'''''Be Convincing''''' - Make the conversation seem as if the person can do nothing else but join the Emperor’s Hammer, but without badgering or condescension. Highlight the parts of club participation and membership that you think the person might be inclined to participate in in order to help create interest.

'''''Be Patient''''' - The person you are advertising to will have no idea what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what it entails. Having patience and thoroughly explaining key factors of the club will help them understand what the club is about. Avoiding abbreviations and acronyms is the best practice here.

'''''Be Persuasive''''' - When it comes to recruiting, there are a multitude of ways to entice someone with what we have to offer. Explaining the benefits of the club is a great way to recruit someone, such as making new friends, playing games together, and the rest of the diverse activities the Emperor’s Hammer has to offer. Finding out that person’s niche interest will also help draw interest out – if they really like single player custom missions, you can tailor your recruitment approach to highlight our extensive library of missions.

'''''Be Helpful''''' - Once you have someone interested in the club, the best practice is to provide the person with connections to our Discord server and website. Guide them through the process of joining and explain what they should expect once they join. Never assume that once they have joined Discord that the process has ended – often new pilots find themselves inundated with material to learn and can always use a helping hand.

You may run into instances that a person may not immediately be interested and that's okay. Keep in mind that the best practice is to avoid being overly pushy and don’t be discouraged. Giving someone all the necessary knowledge about the Emperor’s Hammer can go a long way – they may even remember you in the future, or know someone else who would have interest in our club and pass the news to them!

====Physical Materials====

Physical materials that display and advertise the Emperor’s Hammer are less common in the modern digital world, but that doesn’t mean that they are less effective when implemented correctly. Stickers, posters, key chains, magnets, and other materials can be distributed or put in visible places to spread the Emperor’s Hammer’s presence in person.

As mentioned in the section above, these materials can also be distributed at conventions or events to attract people, spread visibility, familiarity, and much more.

====Digital Recruitment Methods====

While social media is the most commonly used vessel for online recruitment and advertisement, exactly what you post on the platforms is the important content that has the potential to convince. Recruiting digitally can happen on social media to a broad audience, or in a one on one direct message, or anything in between. From clean and informative graphics to well–crafted advertising sentences, the content of the post or conversation is the biggest contributing factor.

====Graphics and other Visual Aids====

The Recon Office has a bank of standing recruitment graphics, generalized for many scenarios and conversations. These usually contain a few common denominators:

* link in URL form, either to the website (https://tc.emperorshammer.org or https://db.emperorshammer.org) or the invite links to our Discord servers (https://discord.gg/tiecorps [vanity link], https://www.ehtc.chat [URL redirect], or https://discord.gg/zjmpSEc6cj [randomly generated invite link])
* advertising text highlighting our broad activities or other facets of the club
* background image or pattern displaying EH and/or sub-group logos

Much like posters, these are important assets – a wall of text that would convey the same amount of information is not as efficient as a flashy, attention grabbing graphic. The phrase “a picture is worth 1,000 words” is often used to draw comparison. These can be posted to social media outlets and more often used to introduce a new member or new community to the broader sense of the group. The content of the advertising graphic should speak for itself without needing to overly explain minute details of the advertisement. A successful graphic should convey all the necessary information such as who, what, where, and why.

Therefore, social media posts are often accompanied by different types of graphics: these are built to advertise a very specific part of the club, recent club news, or something else that isn’t a broad generalization. These are composed very similarly to the previous type, but with one difference, already explained – the text of the graphic (if any) is centralized around one specific thing, and is designed to be a supplement to the text in the social media post. Therefore, the words often tend to be more of a title or caption of a design than the entire advertisement itself.

==== The Text of Recruiting ====

Writing text for an advertising social media posts is like walking a very thin tightrope, with brevity on one side and specificity on the other. Lean too far either way and one risks either under–explaining or over–explaining, both harmful to any advertising efforts.

Different social media platforms have different ‘sweet spots’ of text length, usually influenced by their character limits – for example, the amount of text that would accompany an image on Twitter is obviously lower than what would be appropriate on Instagram, if only because of the word limitations. Always be cognizant of the system restraints when designing a post.

The text of a social post should accurately reflect the design of the graphic accompanying it if there is one, conveying the same type of information and telling the complete story that the graphic teases. Although the text is not an essay, the entirety of the immediately relevant information should be conveyed in it. Traditionally, however, the text is ended by referring the reader to a link that leads to either the Discord or the website, whatever is needed – this allows the reader to find out more information and delve deeper into the advertisement’s content, without bombarding the reader with a wall of text in the post.

The same principles found above about in-person conversation apply to conversations online while recruiting and advertising. Often, one’s demonstrable virtues and politeness demonstrate more about the quality of the organization than the hard facts about it. If the recruiter is rude and unhelpful, then the potential member will be turned off from joining.

====EH Member Contributions====

The Reconnaissance Office may have its own artists and content creators however contributions from members are highly welcomed and encouraged. Individual members of Emperor’s Hammer can submit art, graphics, videos, and anything else that might be of use to aid in recruitment and advertising efforts. The preferred method to submit content to the Recon Office is by emailing '''ro@emperorshammer.org''' with your material, your ID line, and a brief summary of what your content entails. All materials should follow the Code of Conduct and PG-13 guidelines including the exclusion of any profanity, vulgarity, or any other content that would not be deemed fit for the organization.

= How-To: New Pilot Orientation =

The Recon Office’s job does not end once a member presses ‘submit’ on an entry form – throughout the process of onboarding a member and accustoming them to the subgroup, the member may have questions, comments, or feedback. The Recon Office can either help answer these questions or take these things under advisement to further improve the Office’s function, advise on the subgroup’s onboarding process, or obtain any other information that can be useful.

====Frequent Questions====

Most people have no clue what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what we do. The job of the Recon Office, or that of any individual member in a recruiting scenario, is to explain all the facets and unique opportunities we have available for our members. Even after entry into the organization, pilots may have continued questions about the Emperor’s Hammer. Below are some generalized and specific questions that an incoming member may ask.

'''What do we have to offer?'''

One of the largest components of what we have to offer is our compendium of battles for the X-Wing series, including X-wing, TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, and X-Wing Alliance. With over 4,000 member designed custom missions available for our members to play, it is by-far the most effective recruiting tool that no other club has to offer.

We have scheduled multiplayer events and 24/7 informal grouping in both modern and classic game platforms. For those looking for more events to test their mettle against other members, we offer competitions focusing on gaming, fan fiction, trivia, and graphics creation.

'''What makes us different?'''

Since 1995, we have provided a stable and mature environment with over 25 years experience in recreating the excitement and adventure of the Star Wars saga online. Above all else, we have a unique website, uniform creation system, and fleet structure where members can earn and display their promotions, awards, achievements, and other recognition earned in the fight for the Empire.

'''How active do I have to be?'''

The Emperor’s Hammer isn’t meant to be a second job – each member participates how they want, when they want. Some units have members that trend towards the more highly active and competitive, and some are more laid back, though, so finding a home to match your wants is important.

Strict requirements for activity vary from subgroup to subgroup, but the common denominator is simply maintaining communication and an eligible piece of activity, both measured on the scale of months. This allows for a laid–back atmosphere that is a home for all types of members, activity levels, and participation methods.

'''Do I have to read all of the documents and manuals?'''

None of the documents are mandatory reading, but they all provide critical knowledge for the full enjoyment of the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups. They are organized and concise providers of answers to questions that a new member might not even know to ask, helping them get a feel for the community, the processes, and how they fit in. Rank gateway tests reference these materials also, so that is another reason to be familiar with them.

'''Necessary Documents '''

The knowledge that a new member needs is, more often than not, written down in several different documents and websites. Familiarity with the information and location of documents is important when assisting a new member and their on-boarding process.

It is always better to share the information personally, instead of linking a directionless member with the manual or guide – this builds more of a rapport than coldly saying “read this.” However, the member should always be made familiar with these manuals and guides and their locations, in case they want to go and find the information themselves before asking. Below are a couple of the most frequently needed and referenced-to documents.

* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TIE_Corps_New_Member_Guide
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual
* https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/New_pilot_resources
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/COO:Combat_Operations_Manual
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/DB:Dark_Side_Compendium

== On-boarding Member Processes ==

The process of a member joining a subgroup is specific to each type, varying slightly in the details. Being familiar with each is crucial to guiding new recruits through the steps and answering any questions they encounter at each step. Below are the pathways through joining the currently active subgroups.

===TIE Corps===

First, the incoming pilot submits their join form found at https://tc.emperorshammer.org/join.php. The questions on this page consist of identification and preference questions:

* Imperial Citizen Name
* Email Address
* Discord Username
* Recruiter
* Unit Assignment Preference
* How Did You Find the EH?
* Star Wars Gaming Preferences
* Are You 13+?

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted cadet that they have been successfully assigned to the Imperial Weapons and Tactics School (IWATS) and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The TIE Corps Commander will then contact the cadet, traditionally through Discord direct message, asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the pilot is assigned and on active duty.

===Dark Brotherhood===

Entry into the Dark Brotherhood begins the same way, with an identical join form found at https://db.emperorshammer.org/join.php/db.

After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted Initiate that they have been successfully assigned to the Initiates and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.

The Grand Master will then contact the Initiate through email (or Discord if provided), asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the Initiate is assigned to an open Battleteam.

= Medals Awarded =

====Medal of Instruction====
[[File:Moi.png|100px|left]]

<blockquote>The [[Medal of Instruction]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the TIE Corps, upon that new member’s entry into an active-duty squadron. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the TIE Corps, and not recruiting a current TIE Corps member. The Medal of Instruction may be upgraded with a Blue, Gold, Platinum, Emerald or Diamond Cross and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

====Scroll of Indoctrination====
[[File:ScrollIndoctrination.jpg|75px|left]]
<blockquote>The [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the Dark Brotherhood. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the Dark Brotherhood and not recruiting a current Dark Brotherhood member. The Scroll of Indoctrination may be upgraded with a Wax, Lead, Gold, or Blood Seal and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote>

= Policies of Conduct =

====Emperor’s Hammer Rules and Regulations====

All members of the Emperor’s Hammer are expected to adhere to the governing policies of the Emperor’s Hammer, as outlined in the following documents, including the members of the Recon Office. Displaying proper conduct and disposition is important as the outward–facing department of the Emperor’s Hammer, setting the example for the rest of the members and to display our exemplary behavior and professionalism.

* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/bylaws Bylaws]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/aow Articles of War]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/codeofconduct Code of Conduct]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/cheatingpolicy Cheating Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/privacy Privacy Policy]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/copyrights Copyrights & Disclaimers]
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/larules LucasArts Rules]
* [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/business.php Business Information]

Failure to meet and comply with these rules and regulations will result in disciplinary consequences (including those from the RO, at their discretion, in addition to those set by the rest of EHCS).

====External Area Rules====

As representatives of the Emperor’s Hammer, any engagement and actions could be considered exemplifying of the group by an external person or group. Thus, not only still adhering to the EH’s own policies when in external areas, but also that particular space’s rules and regulations, is critical to the success and maintenance of the relationship and cooperation. Without proper conduct, opportunities and relationships with other organizations and spaces are hard to be maintained.

As the Code of Conduct (linked above) says, “where EH members are representing the organization in an external event or have a 'EH' tag/nick they should act in the spirit of this CoC and seek to maintain the organization’s image.”

Failure to meet these standards as Recon Office staff may also result in disciplinary action from the RO, at their discretion.

=Closing Statement=

This manual provides valuable information, instruction, tactics for recruiting, for both members of the Recon Office and for every single member – everyone has the potential and ability to recruit, from the newest Flight Member to the most seasoned Squadron Commander, from the greenest Apprentice to a Battleteam Leader. The Emperor’s Hammer thrives and depends on new members, and if we all play our part in recruitment, our club will continue to be a fun and exciting place for our members, both current and future.

''For the Empire! Long may it reign.''

[[Category:Manuals]]

Alexandre Morgan

2024-09-03T13:10:47Z

Ossusplayz: Update year references to account for time switch; corrected name reference link

{{EH Character
|image= [[Image:Alexandre Morgan Picsart Portrait 7.jpg]]
|name= Alexandre Morgan
|birth= 1 ABY
|species= Human (Naboo)
|gender= Male
|skin= White
|hair= Brown/Blonde
|eyes= Green
|height= 6'2"
|weight= 180
|affiliation= Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps
|position= Flight Member Recon Officer
|rank= Major Rear Admiral
}}

Alexandre "ossus" Morgan is currently assigned to Rho Squadron, stationed on the ISDII ''Warrior''. He currently serves as the Emperor's Hammer Reconnaissance Officer aboard the D-CRV ''Doomsday'', and has previously served as Rho Squadron Commander during 31 ABY.
 
==Biography==
===Early Life===
Morgan was born on Naboo during 1 ABY to Alachor and Apari Morgan, their only child and sole inheritor of the wealth and legacy of the House of Morgan. His privileges were many, and he enjoyed the benefits of his family's fortune.
 
 
As a child he studied privately, his family hiring private tutors. These instructors taught him many subjects, from literature and biology to politics and swordsmanship. He mastered every topic presented to him quickly, especially piloting. Morgan developed a particularly close relationship with one particular tutor named Balain, who eventually became his sole instructor per Morgan's request. Balain took special enjoyment in Morgan's interest in piloting, and eventually him gifted an Imperial simulation pod and a TIE pilot helmet, with which he honed his talent.
 
====The House of Morgan====
The House of Morgan is an ancient family dating back to the beginning of complex human civilization on Naboo, with its wealth originating from asserting control over hyperspace routes, newly forged by explorers hired by the House. By pressing tolls on ships entering exiting the forged hyperspace lanes, the House's ancestors amassed a huge fortune, which was passed down from generation to generation, still growing as the family maintained their influence in the exploring economic ecosystem.
 
 
The members of the family traditionally have names starting with the letter 'aurek,' often making their initials an 'aurek' and a 'mern.' Members of the family have held assorted levels of power in politics for many generations, with many members being involved in local, planetary, sector, and even galactic government. The rise of the Empire proved another opportunity to gain wealth and prestige by cooperating with the new regime. The House contracted out many of its explorers to forge new hyperlanes for the exclusive use of the Empire, and was well compensated for its efforts.
 
 
When the Empire began to collapse with the death of the Emperor, the House harbored Imperial Intelligence officers in their estate, turning their mansion into a secret Imperial base of operations, defying the Naboo government's acceptance of the New Republic. The Intelligence agents staged operations out of the estate, with Alachor's collaboration and the family's funding. At the time, Morgan, due to his age, didn't fully grasp the consequences and implications of harboring active Imperial agents on a New Republic controlled planet, but just regarded the officers as another entity in the mansion. As the officers mostly stayed hidden in their area of the house, it wasn't hard to selectively forget them.
===Adulthood===
When he was 21, Morgan met and fell in love with Alexis Cusgate, a beautiful girl of his same age from another prominent Naboo family. They became engaged shortly after, and their daughter, Ava Morgan, was born the following year, 23 ABY. The bliss, however, did not last long. During 24 ABY, while Morgan was offworld, his parents and family were killed in a New Republic attack on the Morgan's estate. The Republic had uncovered the Imperial agents and were targeting them, but the attack not only killed the hiding officers but also the Morgans. This galvanized Morgan's anti-Rebel sentiments. He scoured the remains of his house, looking for anything that could provide him with a direction, or a new purpose. He eventually found a a message from one of the officers alongside a holo-map pointing him in the direction of the Emperor's Hammer. The message was recorded right before the attack, the officer desperate to complete his personal goal of getting Morgan into an active group to help the fight against the New Republic. The map proved outdated, however, and Morgan spent years searching after the intentionally elusive battlegroup. When he finally traced and encountered the group in 29 ABY, he declared his intent to join and fly for the Empire.
===TIE Corps===
====30 ABY====
Initially stationed aboard the SSD ''Avenger'' as a cadet, Morgan quickly finished re-training and became Rho Eight aboard the ISDII ''Warrior''. He quickly proved himself, scoring kill after kill in engagement after engagement, earning himself countless medals, including the Commendation of Bravery. During a rearrangement of Rho, Morgan briefly became Rho 2.
====31 ABY====
Shortly before the Imperial Storm wargames, Morgan was promoted to a Flight Leader position as Rho 5, commanding the very flight he began in, having proven his ability to fly and lead by example. Shortly before the Warrior's triumphant victory in the wargames, he was promoted to Rho's Executive Officer position.
 
 
While contributing to Rho Squadron's massive victory in the inter-fleet Chalquila Cup, flying beside other members of the squadron and sweeping the competition with a 13-1 victory, and while the Imperial Storm storm wargames waged on, Morgan found [[CAM-9]] while inspecting a derelict freighter on a routine recon mission. Cam, as he began to call them, was a highly sophisticated droid, with complex personality, immense skill sets, and the unique ability to adapt their appearance using holographic emitters that create tangible and identical mimics of real or fictional people. Nobody knows what Cam as a droid looks like, because they are always wearing someone's appearance. They often use this skill to pull humorous pranks: several crewmates or pilots aboard the ISDII ''Warrior'' have been ambushed by surprise inspections from General Frown just to learn after the fact that Frown was in fact off on vacation and that they had been pranked by Cam.
 
 
After Imperial Storm, Morgan took a ten-day leave to go with his new friend CAM-9 and reassure himself of the facts of his family's death, quashing uncertainty prompted by a remark from an Intel officer. He discovered that the Imperial officers had in fact intentionally exploded the house to destroy evidence and themselves, preventing the approaching Rebels from capturing anything. By doing this, they also killed the Morgans. This, obviously, caused immense turmoil in Morgan. He had based his life off of vengeance against a partial lie, and was confused about what was the proper course of action.
 
 
Morgan did decide to return to the EH at the end of his leave, reasoning that the EH was not the Empire, and the entirety of the Empire cannot be held responsible for the actions of a few officers. He let his hate mellow, even naming the new ship he acquired upon returning to the TIE Corps (as Rho Squadron had switched from TIE Interceptors to Avengers due to its success in Squadron ReMobilization) 'Skira Naasad,' a phrase taught to him by Balain. In Mandalorian, it meant 'Vengeance Sated.' These events were covered in full in Morgan's first autobiographical narrative, The Chronicles Of Morgan (see below).
 
 
During the events of Raise the Flag of 30 ABY, Morgan and Cam had another misadventure, culminating in being chased through subterranean city tunnels by a massive screaming insect beast (found in the contents of Morgan's second narrative, The Chronicles of Morgan: The Return of the Ishtari). With the enemy race of the Ishtari posing a threat, the two were separated more often, as Morgan's duties had him in a cockpit more often than not, and Cam's behind a desk helping out the war effort on the logistical and administrative side. Their friendship was not neglected, however, as the two routinely took whatever time they could have together and made the most of the brief escape from the war, of the opportunities to relax and goof off, pranking pilots left and right.
 
 
Right before the end of 31 ABY, Morgan joined the Emperor's Hammer Recon Office as an Assistant, eager to find new ways to support the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer while outside the cockpit.
====32 ABY====
At the beginning of 32 ABY, CAM-9 and Morgan get word that one of the Rebel attackers of the Morgan Estate had been captured by the Emperor's Hammer and was being incarcerated at a prison site on the planet Ghenna. After a visit with the pilot, they discovered that Balain, Morgan's childhood tutor and, in Morgan's view, something of a father-figure, was still alive, in hiding on the planet Bakura.
 
 
Morgan and Cam then went to Bakura and found Balain, spending days with him catching up on the seven years of missed time. Morgan brings up his new offer to become the Rho Squadron commander, which Balain urges him to take. Eventually, Morgan and Cam leave Bakura, but Morgan promises to come back as often as possible.
 
 
Shortly after, in the second month of 32 ABY, Morgan became Rho Squadron's commander, continuing the large legacy left to him. Continuing his assumption of increased duties, he became the Command Attaché to the Recon Officer, further supporting the TIE Corps' expansion efforts and recruitment. This sudden burst of position gaining caused his efforts to double down, focusing on both supporting the pilots under his command and creating the best squadron and the outreach of the Emperor's Hammer and the TIE Corps to local systems, recruiting and bolstering the healthiness of the entirety of the Corps.
 
 
A month after Rho Squadron's wildly successful Squadron ReMobilization V performance, and on the same day as the official acceptance of the TIE/rh Rhodium craft as Rho Squadron's ships, Morgan stepped down as Rho commander. He felt as if he was unable to spend enough time with Balain, and felt as if it was time to pass the mantle on. He was very proud of his time spent and the effect he had on his home squadron, and was excited to step back and yet still be a member of Rho.
====33 ABY====
As the new standard year dawned, Morgan was enjoying his break from leadership responsibilties and duties, spending time with Balain and decompressing from the months of high-pressure positions. He continued to serve as the Command Attaché to the Reconnaissance Officer, supporting that office's duties and projects with all his spare time.
 
 
However, Morgan's superior in the Recon Office, TheBlackxRanger, let Morgan know that he would shortly be stepping down from his duties as the Reconnaissance Officer, and that he would nominate Morgan as his successor if Morgan accepted. Believing himself ready to reenter and reinvest high energy into the Recon Office, Morgan accepted and was shortly promoted to the position of Reconnaissance Officer. He quickly named his Rho Squadmates [[Maston Dane]] and [[Davy Jonez]] as Recon Office Assistants in recognition for their recruitment prowess and history.
 
 
Spending high amounts of effort there in the Recon Office, and large amounts of time aboard his new flagship, the D/CRV ''Doomsday'', Morgan focused on his new assignments and supporting his staff. He added his new friend and fellow ''Warrior'' pilot [[Jai Thorne]] as a ROA in an effort to continue to represent novel ideas and energies in the Office.
 
 
As the sixth annual inter-Corps Squadron (Re)Mobilization competition rolled around, Morgan received word that Rho Squadron's SQXO, the famous [[Westric Davalorn]], needed to take a step back. Asked to fill the role, he gladly accepted. He also headed up Rho Squadron's efforts in the competition, guiding his fellow pilots in a leadership role once more and helping out what he loved to call the "Rho Family."
==Created Works==
Morgan, in an attempt to catalogue his emotions and relationship with his past, began to write down his stories, his adventures and misadventures and thoughts and worries, as well as composed Rho Squadron's official anthem. Below is a list of his long-form works, and the titles he assigned.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tWnlJrYh87tScSvaO9qUZ2FdLD9Tn7PBivABaFrJFHk/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U-92EU-wctD2F9u8bRbNFEdqrzUlcOu4wIsVv60sRG4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Return of the Ishtari]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HZvfQmWa9g2HSMk5Ry0ipnn7Q_giFJ2FUv_4LM67IC4/edit?usp=sharing The Morgan Chronicles: Haar Veman Buir]

In addition, he has several other shorter-form fictions he written, which follow below. Some are autobiographical, and some are not.

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DT383v3UxOmU3KoY9eFr5CRnDfgMqjGmEnU5wE2oNkg/edit?usp=sharing Respite Interrupted]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eglXi9YOznG5RlFPdxlbTwGHQS8tpvXFc90Er_DqwxM/edit?usp=sharing Ambush]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tBx6NE6kD56HlDkBHtjW9p8Y1iqX_9B5DB2tObXtnVY/edit?usp=sharing Holo for the Holidays]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acZTgqkP-jRCoj2GAN8Gy6J_wwShkbsA11zfE7_uLgQ/edit?usp=sharing The Trenches of the Sky]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Etykkx_m6CvS1TdJ_cpu4D5QTuMqD0qW-kpSIaeugQk/edit?usp=sharing Recovery of Morale]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R5rBSkYbtUHkUYyXIlP2U2lD_Hkp2bpqZ2EUiBGX2iA/edit?usp=sharing Zaryan's Bounty] (with [[Isabis Kamaria]])
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DuCFdXlBGFZ9tmjhq6tZ_eDL71qmrzaB3xQdM2NIuoc/edit?usp=sharing Twelve Years Lost]
 
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QeoiQFR5AmVadk2zQS1kKWtooetpPzZP8E1D_7rpn0Q/edit?usp=sharing Carrivar Nights]

And finally, the music he composed, the Rho Anthem. This work was in partnership with [[Westric Davalorn]], also of Rho Squadron.

[[File:Rho Anthem.mp3]]

[[Category:People of the Emperor's Hammer]]
[[Category:People of the TIE Corps]]

RO:Graphics Repository

2024-09-02T00:06:04Z

Ossusplayz: House Valkorion patch addition

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[[File:RO-Patch.png|300px|thumb|right|Recon Office Patch]]

= Introduction =

This page is created to serve as a public-facing library of the Reconnaissance Office's graphic resources. Since all members of the organization share a responsibility to recruit and promote where able, it is only fitting that each member has the best resources and tools available.

Included in this page are squadron and unit patches, recruitment and propaganda posters, and other miscellaneous items. Images are not credited to their creators, as all are Emperor's Hammer property per Emperor's Hammer Bylaws. And also, that would be a lot of work and hunting down creators. If you wish to know an original artist, contact the Reconnaissance Officer.

= Recruitment Assets =
[[File:Davalorn_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Isabis_III_Submission.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Caius_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_2.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_3.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Master_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Alexandre_Morgan.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Tiran_Marr.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Westric_Davalorn.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Vapen_Vanman.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY Asen Starlancer.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:The_Future_of_the_Galaxy.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:No_Price_Too_Great.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_2.png|300px|thumb|center]]
 
 
 
= Unit Patches =
== TC Squadron Patches ==

[[File:Alpha_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Alpha Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Delta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch_Alternate.png|200px|thumb|center|Delta Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Eagle.png|200px|thumb|left|Eagle Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Epsilon-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|center|Epsilon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Firebird_Patch_2020.png|200px|thumb|left|Firebird Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Gamma_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Gamma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Kappa_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Kappa Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Lambda-patch-2020.png|200px|thumb|center|Lambda Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Rho_Squadron_Patch_2024.png|200px|thumb|center|Rho Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Scorpion_patch.png|thumb|200px|left|Scorpion Squadron Patch]]
[[File:2021SinPatch.png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sin_patch_(old).png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Spectre.png|200px|thumb|left|Spectre Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Tempest_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Tempest Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|left|Theta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch_new.png|200px|thumb|center|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== Old TC Squadron Patches ==
[[File:Beta_Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Beta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Raven_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Raven Squadron Patch]]
[[File:55859-Sigma-English.png|200px|thumb|left|Sigma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sword_patch_(old).jpg|200px|thumb|center|Sword Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:ThunderSquadronPatch2021d2.png|200px|thumb|center|Thunder Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== TC Battlegroup and Wing Patches ==
[[File:Isdhammer_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|ISDII Hammer Patch]]
[[File:Warrior-Patch-2.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Warrior Patch]]
[[File:Patch_BGIII.png|200px|thumb|left|Battlegroup III Patch]]
[[File:Challenge.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Challenge Patch]]
 
 
== SO House Patches ==
[[File:House_Palpatine_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|House Palpatine Patch]]
[[File:House_Crest_Final.png|200px|thumb|center|House Valkorion Patch]]

 
 
== SO Clan Patches ==
[[File:Clan_Drakonan_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Clan Drakonan Patch]]
 
 
== Emperor's Hammer Logos ==
[[File:EH_logo_2023.svg|200px|thumb|left|Emperor's Hammer Logo]]
[[File:TC_Logo-Red-RGB.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH TIE Corps Logo]]
[[File:EHSO-vector.svg|200px|thumb|left|EH Secret Order Logo]]
[[File:HF_Logo.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH Hammer's Fist Logo]]
[[File:RO-Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Recon Office Patch]]
[[File:TO-patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Training Office Patch]]
 
 
== Miscellaneous Images ==
[[File:EH_Twitter_Banner.png|250px|thumb|left|EH Twitter Banner Image]]
[[File:Impstorm-wide-newlogo.png|250px|thumb|center|Imperial Storm Logo]]
[[File:Imperial_Storm_Logo.png|200px|thumb|left|Imperial Storm Patch]]
[[File:2022-rtf-logo.png|200px|thumb|center|Raise the Flag Patch]]

RO:Graphics Repository

2024-08-30T19:02:34Z

Ossusplayz: Added The_Future_of_the_Galaxy.png to the Recruitment poster area

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[[File:RO-Patch.png|300px|thumb|right|Recon Office Patch]]

= Introduction =

This page is created to serve as a public-facing library of the Reconnaissance Office's graphic resources. Since all members of the organization share a responsibility to recruit and promote where able, it is only fitting that each member has the best resources and tools available.

Included in this page are squadron and unit patches, recruitment and propaganda posters, and other miscellaneous items. Images are not credited to their creators, as all are Emperor's Hammer property per Emperor's Hammer Bylaws. And also, that would be a lot of work and hunting down creators. If you wish to know an original artist, contact the Reconnaissance Officer.

= Recruitment Assets =
[[File:Davalorn_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Isabis_III_Submission.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Caius_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_2.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_3.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Master_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Alexandre_Morgan.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Tiran_Marr.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Westric_Davalorn.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Vapen_Vanman.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY Asen Starlancer.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:The_Future_of_the_Galaxy.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:No_Price_Too_Great.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_2.png|300px|thumb|center]]
 
 
 
= Unit Patches =
== TC Squadron Patches ==

[[File:Alpha_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Alpha Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Delta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch_Alternate.png|200px|thumb|center|Delta Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Eagle.png|200px|thumb|left|Eagle Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Epsilon-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|center|Epsilon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Firebird_Patch_2020.png|200px|thumb|left|Firebird Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Gamma_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Gamma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Kappa_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Kappa Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Lambda-patch-2020.png|200px|thumb|center|Lambda Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Rho_Squadron_Patch_2024.png|200px|thumb|center|Rho Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Scorpion_patch.png|thumb|200px|left|Scorpion Squadron Patch]]
[[File:2021SinPatch.png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sin_patch_(old).png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Spectre.png|200px|thumb|left|Spectre Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Tempest_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Tempest Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|left|Theta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch_new.png|200px|thumb|center|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== Old TC Squadron Patches ==
[[File:Beta_Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Beta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Raven_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Raven Squadron Patch]]
[[File:55859-Sigma-English.png|200px|thumb|left|Sigma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sword_patch_(old).jpg|200px|thumb|center|Sword Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:ThunderSquadronPatch2021d2.png|200px|thumb|center|Thunder Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== TC Battlegroup and Wing Patches ==
[[File:Isdhammer_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|ISDII Hammer Patch]]
[[File:Warrior-Patch-2.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Warrior Patch]]
[[File:Patch_BGIII.png|200px|thumb|left|Battlegroup III Patch]]
[[File:Challenge.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Challenge Patch]]
 
 
== SO House Patches ==
[[File:House_Palpatine_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|House Palpatine Patch]]
 
 
== SO Clan Patches ==
[[File:Clan_Drakonan_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Clan Drakonan Patch]]
 
 
== Emperor's Hammer Logos ==
[[File:EH_logo_2023.svg|200px|thumb|left|Emperor's Hammer Logo]]
[[File:TC_Logo-Red-RGB.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH TIE Corps Logo]]
[[File:EHSO-vector.svg|200px|thumb|left|EH Secret Order Logo]]
[[File:HF_Logo.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH Hammer's Fist Logo]]
[[File:RO-Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Recon Office Patch]]
[[File:TO-patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Training Office Patch]]
 
 
== Miscellaneous Images ==
[[File:EH_Twitter_Banner.png|250px|thumb|left|EH Twitter Banner Image]]
[[File:Impstorm-wide-newlogo.png|250px|thumb|center|Imperial Storm Logo]]
[[File:Imperial_Storm_Logo.png|200px|thumb|left|Imperial Storm Patch]]
[[File:2022-rtf-logo.png|200px|thumb|center|Raise the Flag Patch]]

File:The Future of the Galaxy.png

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[[File:RO-Patch.png|300px|thumb|right|Recon Office Patch]]

= Introduction =

This page is created to serve as a public-facing library of the Reconnaissance Office's graphic resources. Since all members of the organization share a responsibility to recruit and promote where able, it is only fitting that each member has the best resources and tools available.

Included in this page are squadron and unit patches, recruitment and propaganda posters, and other miscellaneous items. Images are not credited to their creators, as all are Emperor's Hammer property per Emperor's Hammer Bylaws. And also, that would be a lot of work and hunting down creators. If you wish to know an original artist, contact the Reconnaissance Officer.

= Recruitment Assets =
[[File:Davalorn_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Isabis_III_Submission.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Caius_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_2.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Mordred_III_Submission_3.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Master_III_Submission.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Alexandre_Morgan.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Tiran_Marr.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY_Westric_Davalorn.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:TCNY_Vapen_Vanman.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:TCNY Asen Starlancer.jpg|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:No_Price_Too_Great.png|300px|thumb|left]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_1.png|300px|thumb|center]]
[[File:Join_the_Empire_Old_Graphic_2.png|300px|thumb|center]]
 
 
= Unit Patches =
== TC Squadron Patches ==

[[File:Alpha_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Alpha Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Delta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Delta_patch_Alternate.png|200px|thumb|center|Delta Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Eagle.png|200px|thumb|left|Eagle Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Epsilon-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|center|Epsilon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Firebird_Patch_2020.png|200px|thumb|left|Firebird Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Gamma_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Gamma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Kappa_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Kappa Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Lambda-patch-2020.png|200px|thumb|center|Lambda Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Rho_Squadron_Patch_2024.png|200px|thumb|center|Rho Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Scorpion_patch.png|thumb|200px|left|Scorpion Squadron Patch]]
[[File:2021SinPatch.png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sin_patch_(old).png|200px|thumb|center|Sin Squadron Patch Alternate]]
[[File:Spectre.png|200px|thumb|left|Spectre Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Tempest_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Tempest Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Theta-patch-2019.png|200px|thumb|left|Theta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch_new.png|200px|thumb|center|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== Old TC Squadron Patches ==
[[File:Beta_Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Beta Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Raven_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Raven Squadron Patch]]
[[File:55859-Sigma-English.png|200px|thumb|left|Sigma Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Sword_patch_(old).jpg|200px|thumb|center|Sword Squadron Patch]]
[[File:Typhoon_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Typhoon Squadron Patch]]
[[File:ThunderSquadronPatch2021d2.png|200px|thumb|center|Thunder Squadron Patch]]
 
 
== TC Battlegroup and Wing Patches ==
[[File:Isdhammer_patch.png|200px|thumb|left|ISDII Hammer Patch]]
[[File:Warrior-Patch-2.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Warrior Patch]]
[[File:Patch_BGIII.png|200px|thumb|left|Battlegroup III Patch]]
[[File:Challenge.png|200px|thumb|center|ISDII Challenge Patch]]
 
 
== SO House Patches ==
[[File:House_Palpatine_patch.png|200px|thumb|center|House Palpatine Patch]]
 
 
== SO Clan Patches ==
[[File:Clan_Drakonan_Patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Clan Drakonan Patch]]
 
 
== Emperor's Hammer Logos ==
[[File:EH_logo_2023.svg|200px|thumb|left|Emperor's Hammer Logo]]
[[File:TC_Logo-Red-RGB.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH TIE Corps Logo]]
[[File:EHSO-vector.svg|200px|thumb|left|EH Secret Order Logo]]
[[File:HF_Logo.svg|200px|thumb|center|EH Hammer's Fist Logo]]
[[File:RO-Patch.png|200px|thumb|left|Recon Office Patch]]
[[File:TO-patch.png|200px|thumb|center|Training Office Patch]]
 
 
== Miscellaneous Images ==
[[File:EH_Twitter_Banner.png|250px|thumb|left|EH Twitter Banner Image]]
[[File:Impstorm-wide-newlogo.png|250px|thumb|center|Imperial Storm Logo]]
[[File:Imperial_Storm_Logo.png|200px|thumb|left|Imperial Storm Patch]]
[[File:2022-rtf-logo.png|200px|thumb|center|Raise the Flag Patch]]

File:Master III Submission.png

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