Storm Kings

Relatively new to the mercenary field, the Storm Kings are a group of freelance mercenaries operating from the planet of Wyntir.
They were founded by Marcus Ritter and Katarina Janova.
== History ==
Founded in 2380 by ex-marine Marcus Ritter (dishonorably discharged from the SSMC) and ex-SSOID agent Katarina Janova (fired due to internal investigations regarding corruption charges), the Storm Kings quickly established themselves among Human colonies with independent rule.
Currently the Storm Kings operate a small fleet of gunships, transports and corvettes which patrol independent worlds and protect them from piracy. Meanwhile a large and experienced force of mercenaries handle security operations on the ground.
=== Criticism ===
While the Storm Kings often brand themselves as protectors of the average citizen the truth does not always line up with this image. Several former clients have publicly criticized the mercenaries as being "just another criminal outfit".
In some cases Storm King lieutenants and captains have demanded "bonus payments" and "security fees" from lower class farmers and other small communities which lack sufficient resources, often forcing them into debt. There have also been reports of Storm King mercenaries being trigger-happy and using cattle for target-practice, not to mention the drunken brawls they cause when off-duty.
=== Red Corsair Ties ===
Intergalactica managed to uncover ties between the Storm Kings and the Red Corsairs, citing that co-founder Katarina Janova is related to several prominent members of the Legkiy-based pirate organization. There have also been unconfirmed sightings of Storm Kings providing security for Red Corsair business organizations in UGC space.
== Media ==
Storm Kings Ship Gunship.jpg|Storm Kings Gunship
Storm Kings Mercs (1).jpg|Storm Kings Marksman
Storm Kings Ship Corvette.jpg|Storm Kings Corvette
Storm Kings Mercs (2).jpg|Storm Kings Grunt
Storm Kings Ship Dropship.jpg|Storm Kings Dropship
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