FCBR-2 Chpt 19

==Fate Can Be Cruel Chapter 19 - Years 3022-3027==
===April===
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6th April 3022
Thazi (Hegemony)
"We just got word from Terra. It seems that Archon Katrina Steiner and First Prince Hanse Davion will be traveling to Terra itself for more serious discussions. Comstar will be hosting both leaders at Hilton Head. They are due to arrive 15th of May. The date was just finalized within the last week. Our agents there and here both concur, it looks like the friendship between the two Houses is growing stronger. Our current estimate is that there is a 90% chance that they will formalize some sort of alliance, be it economic or military, we cannot be sure yet." Rebecca Ebon, Hegemony Security said
"Take a guess, Rebecca. What do you think?" Director-General Mark Cameron asked
"Best guess, a combination of both, economic and military. Increased trade with some sort of mutual defense pact. Neither share a border, so anything further than that does not make strategic sense. But it does place a common foe in a difficult position. The Draconis Combine could find itself with a two front war if it gets aggressive with either the FedSuns or Lyran Commonwealth." Rebecca Ebon said
"How will the other Houses react?" Commanding General Michelle Mitchell asked
"Honestly, if I were Marik or the Capellans, I would not be overly concerned. Each of them only share a border with a single border with either the Lyrans or Suns. I see this more as a counter to the Combine. It is the only thing that makes strategic sense. No matter which way the Combine turns, they have a hostile House on a different border. This will force the Combine to think really hard about any sort of offensive against either the Lyran's or Suns since they will be forced to leave a substantial portion of their military forces on the opposite border." Rebecca Ebon said
"I concur with that assessment. It is the only thing that makes strategic sense." Mitchell agreed
"Very well. How does this affect us, the Hegemony?" Director-General asked
"Overall, it does not affect us either way. Our operations within the Lyran Commonwealth are limited to the Odessa Naval Base and the other location is purely transit via Slip Stream but, even that has largely ended now that the recovered vessel's are in the Zetang Naval Base. Versailles is our only true operation inside the Federated Suns, both Kilborne and Farnesworth are covered by other means. My advice is we monitor developments as they materialize but we take no action at this time." Rebecca Ebon said
"Then we sit back and monitor the situation as it develops. Michelle tells me that your getting some new spy ships. I am curious how we are paying for these ships, I have seen no request for additional funds." Cameron stated as a matter of fact.
"You are correct, Sir. We will be taking delivery of the first vessel in June of this year. I would prefer if we left it at an official "the new ships are budget neutral to Hegemony spending." Ebon said
"An artful dodge Rebbeca. Don't trust your Director-General with the information?" Director-General replied with a thin smile
"Honestly sir, I don't trust anyone. It Comes with the job. Less that known, the better everyone is." Ebon replied with a blank face
"Very well, I will quit pushing for an answer then. Just make sure it stay's budget neutral." Cameron said
===June 2022-2025===
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7 June 3022
Thazi (Hegemony)
Rebecca Ebon walked into the Director General's office once his secretary had informed her that they were ready for her. She walked into the large office, the door closing silently behind her. Director-General Mark Cameron and Commanding General Michelle Mitchell were already seated on the plush chairs that circled the informal sitting area. She took a seat across from them and pulled the message sheet from her pocket, while setting her briefcase on the floor beside her. When she hesitated, this brought both sets of eyes to look at her.
"What's up, Rebecca? It must be bad." Mitchell asked
"News from Terra. While we were not completely wrong, it seems both Archon Katrina Steiner and First Prince Hanse Davion had a much larger agreement planned than I anticipated. I have an actual copy of their agreement in my briefcase here. On 1 June 3022, the Archon and First Prince signed what they call the FedCom Accords, which formalized military, scientific and economic exchange between the two states. But the kicker is buried deep within the document. It seems Katrina Steiner has promised her daughter, Melissa Steiner, to wed First Prince Hanse Davion. This will create a super state, one that will forever tip the balance of power in the Inner Sphere."
Now on the surface, this currently has the effects we have discussed previously. But, with an official treaty which would unite both realms. Since they do not share a common border, this does create the potential for another large scale war. Comstar is having a fit over this document. They have already informed the Combine, Marik and Capellan leaders and are trying to broker some sort of counter alliance. Which is not going to be easy getting Marik or Liao to work together on anything." Rebecca Ebon said
"Well overall, you were correct. They just went all in. Okay, so we now have a possible threat. Not to us directly, but to Terra. I am not sure Amanda Cameron or Rita Mitchell would look kindly if we sat back and allowed Terra to fall to one of the Houses. Question is how do we warn them off covertly when the time comes?" Commanding General Michelle Mitchell replied
Director-General Mark Cameron was silent as he absorbed the news presented. Finally he spoke "We continue to monitor the situation. Rebecca, estimate for this FedCom to be able to launch any sort of offensive operation?"
"A decade at least. The LCAF and AFFS are fundamentally so different that there is going to be some serious teething problems. The Lyran soldiers are just as good, but it there upper ranks that fail them. Their upper ranks are rife with social generals that spend way too much time playing power games than learning the art of war." Rebecca Ebon declared confidently
"Then we have a few years to figure out how to best inform Steiner and Davion that any threat to Terra will not be tolerated. Anything else?" Director-General Cameron asked
"We managed to secure blood samples for both Archon Katrina Steiner and First Prince Hanse Davion. Standard stuff really, but the first opportunity we had to gather theirs. It will be handed over to medical experts for a complete examination. We do it with anyone we think is important enough to keep tabs on." Rebecca Ebon said
"Very well Rebecca, you can leave the FedCom documents and we will read them. Thank you." Director-General told her
1 January 3025
Ceibu (Hegemony)
Sergeant Anastasia Cameron stood proudly at the front of her platoon. Dressed in the Hegemony dress uniform, she had just been awarded the ribbon for Distinguished Graduate by her Training Battalion commander. As the Distinguished Graduate, she would be heading back to Thazi for a year of Officer Candidate School plus she got to pick her first duty assignment. Instead of taking graduation week off like all the other recruits, she had instead convinced her Company commander to allow her to test for her Expert Infantry Badge, which she had managed to pass easily. She had been told that only 4 other's had ever passed the Expert Infantry test during actual training. In the crowd of spectators, only a single person was there for her, Colonel Christopher Mitchell. She had asked that only he attend her graduation not wanting her more high powered relatives to take anything away from the other graduates. When they were finally dismissed, she moved to greet her brother.
"Congrats, Ana. Distinguished Graduate and everything. Plus you earned an Expert Infantry Badge. I am told that is super rare for someone just graduating." Colonel Christopher Mitchell said as he hugged her.
"Thanks, Chris, or should I say Colonel now. Congrats on the promotion by the way. What Regiment did you get?" Anastasia asked
"None right now. I am actually in a holding pattern. Currently I am helping at the Gunslinger School, though not as an instructor. I beat down those going thru training. My Regimental Command slot does not open up for another 2 years, then I get to take command of the Screaming Eagles' 2nd Regiment, my old Regiment. How about you? As Distinguished Graduate you get first pick of assignments?" Colonel Christopher Mitchell said
"I have not filled out the selection yet. I have some more training to do before then. So I am going to give it some serious thought though." Anastasia replied
"Make the most of it, you only get a real choice once in your career, after that, you go where they send you. But let's get your stuff, there are some people waiting to see you." Colonel Christopher Mitchell said with a smile.
"I need to say some goodbye's first and then I will meet you at the Space Port. Okay?" Anastasia said
"No problem, Ana. We have a Dropship all to ourselves for the trip home. Courtesy of Director-General Mark Cameron." Colonel Christopher Mitchell said with a bigger smile.
===May 2026===
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9 May 3026
Thazi (Hegemony)
Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron stood at rigid attention as Director-General Mark Cameron pinned one bar on and Commanding General Michelle Mitchell pinned on her other bar. Though they were here for her own graduation, they both agreed to join the reception line as the new officers walked across the stage. Though Anastasia had wanted to keep this small. After asking them to miss her Infantry graduation, she knew she could not deny them this not while on Thazi itself. Though she had not taken top honors, she had placed in the top 5 of her class of 100. Once her bars were pinned on and she completed walking off the stage, she smiled broadly when she saw Master Sergeant Clifford Jamison snap to attention and render a crisp salute, one that she was only to happy to return just as crisply.
"Master Sergeant Jamison, excuse me Sergeant Major Jamison now. You more than deserve it and I am glad to see you again." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron said
"I would not miss seeing my best student not only ACE her training but also make officer, sir." Sergeant Major Jamison replied
"I would offer to buy you a beer, but mother says I am still too young." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron said, jerking her head to Commanding General Michelle Mitchell up on the stage.
"It would not do to rile that one. So, have you decided where you want to be assigned?" Sergeant Major Jamison asked
"Yes, but I think I am going to get some resistance on my choice from mom." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron said
"Why would she resist? It is a time honored tradition that anyone winning Distinguished Graduate gets to select their first assignment." Sergeant Major Jamison replied
"I want to select the Screaming Eagles as my first assignment. I want to see what it is like outside the Hegemony." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron said
This caused Sergeant Major Jamison to frown before he spoke "Now I can see why she would resist. It places you, the Hegemony heir, in a situation where you could be in danger."
"I would be in no more danger than any other soldier in the Hegemony Armed Forces. How could she expect me to some day lead the Hegemony if I am not allowed to share their risks also?" Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron replied, her voice getting more stern as she spoke as she started gearing up for a fight over the matter.
"Calm yourself, Lieutenant. No sense getting into a fight your not prepared for. Pick the right battlefield and this here is not the right battlefield, nor the right time." Sergeant Major Jamison said, trying to calm her down.
"Your right, Sergeant Major. If I picked a fight right here and now, she would have no choice but to lock herself into a no bending situation. Tonight is for celebration not a fight." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron replied. "On that note, you will be attending my celebration dinner Sergeant Major Jamison and that is my first direct order."
"It would be my pleasure, Lieutenant Cameron." Sergeant Major Jamison said, though his face told a completely different story.
===May-August 2026===
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12 May 3026
Thazi (Hegemony)
"Ana, can you come in here please." Commanding General Michelle Mitchell called out from her home office
It took a few minutes, but finally Anastasia stuck her head in the door. "What's up, Mom?"
"Take a seat. It is time we talked about some things. First, why did you not come to me before putting in your official unit assignment request?" Michelle asked
After taking a seat, Anastasia paused for a second. All her arguments she had rehearsed in her head suddenly vanishing. "That's because I knew you would throw a fit and I did not want to fight with you."
"Does it look like I am throwing a fit? I am not. Besides, you should have done a little more research though. You would have learned that I personally review every assignment for those commands in the Inner Sphere. I might just scan the rosters, but I do look them over. I was bound to spot your name." Commanding General Michelle said
"Does not matter now. That is where I want to serve my first tour. If I am to lead the Hegemony some day. I should be willing to put myself into harms way also. How would it look years from now, sending soldiers off to fight and possibly die if I myself have not done so? Who I am should not matter. You have allowed your own son, Christopher to serve and fight with the Screaming Eagles. That is no different." Anastasia replied, her resolve stiffening
"Who you are does matter. It matters a great deal. The only reason I am approving the assignment is that no one outside Hegemony citizens know who you are. Even though Mark is not happy at all about this. I am also approving another request that I got just the other day, which I found curious enough that I pulled the roster earlier than I normally did to look it over. It seems Sergeant Major Jamison has requested a demotion to Master Sergeant and assignment to the Screaming Eagles again on the next replacement deployment." Michelle replied
This revelation shocked Anastasia, she had no idea of this "Why would he do that? He earned that rank and it was long over due."
"I promise, his demotion will be very temporary. You both will leave with the next replacement rotation, but I am amending his orders, personally. He will be assigned as your Platoon Sergeant. He is an excellent teacher, listen to him and pick his brain, learn all you can from him. Plus, I trust him to keep you out of trouble." Michelle said
"Thank you, Mom. I won't let you down. Promise. Besides, I have resigned myself to the fact that even if I was assigned, the commander of the Screaming Eagles is going to plunk me on Farnesworth on garrison duty for the duration of my deployment. At least it is outside the Hegemony and I can see for myself what life is like outside our borders." Anastasia replied
"Yes, there is a very real chance he might do that. However, I am not going to mettle any further that assigning Master Sergeant Jamison as your platoon sergeant." Michelle told her
"I would not want you to. I have to do this on my own. I don't want it ever said that I got something just because of who I am, that I did not earn it like everyone else." Anastasia replied
"As for that attitude, I am very proud of you. Now, you might not know it, but the Screaming Eagles heavily use combined arms in their Regiments. Each Regiment of Battlemechs is supported by an Armor Battalion, Infantry Battalion, and Aerospace Fighters. So there is a chance you could be assigned to a line unit. But that will be up to General Walther Hokala, the Screaming Eagle's commanding officer. He is a good officer. Currently the Eagles are garrisoning a large swath of the Suns periphery border in response to increased pirate attacks. They have seen action recently. We think the pirates are operating from the Tortuga Dominions again. If they keep it up, I can easily see First Prince Davion ordering the Eagles to take the fight to them. But do not under estimate the pirates, quite a few of them are quite skilled. The Eagles are going to be using lower grade equipment than you're used to, so prepare yourself for that." Michelle explained
"I have done my research, Mom, as much as I can find anyway. Plus he’s talking to a few people that have served with them. How are Christina and Sarah doing in their training?" Anastasia asked
"They did quite well. Both of them have made Sergeant. They have another year before they graduate. You will not be here for their graduation. Both have been nominated for Officer Training, but you will out rank them." Commanding General Michelle Mitchell said
"I have been so busy with my training that I did not keep up with them or even send them many messages. I think I will go send them a message." Anastasia said rising from the chair.
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4 June 3026
New Avalon (Federated Suns)
"Comstar has relayed our deployment schedule for Operation Galahad to the Combine, Marik, and Capellan Confederation." Arden Sortek said
"Excellent. Once we conclude Operation Galahad, I want to leave the 4th Deneb Light Cavalry and 4th Davion Guards RCT deployed in the Capellan March. Let's see if anyone takes notes of their new assignment." First Prince Hanse Davion replied
"Very well, Hanse. Duke Sandoval is not going to be happy about this though." Arden Sortek said
"Move the 1st Argyle Lancers from Broken Wheel up to the Draconis March. That will at least appease him some. The Screaming Eagles are down there on the border and can handle the garrison assignment." First Prince Hanse Davion replied, keeping his eye's focused on the map of the Federated Suns.
"I will issue the orders." Arden Sortek said
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1 August 3026
The Draconis Combine and Capellan Confederation went to an extremely high alert as Operation Galahad commenced within the Federated Suns. Even going so far as to shift additional forces to the area of the massive operation. The AFFS was shifting 10 Battlemech Regiments and over 100 Infantry and Armor formations during the operation. Large troop movements of this scale had not been seen since the 2nd Succession War and it made everyone nervous.
===January-February 2027===
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3 January 3027
Thazi (Hegemony)
Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron waved a final time to Commanding General Michelle Mitchell as she walked up the ramp of the waiting Dropship. Her bags had already been loaded hours ago. She paused at the top and looked at Thazi one last time, it would be 6 years before she would see it again. A voice caused her to turn slightly "Come on, Sis, get aboard so we can get on our way. We have a week to the Jump Point and then 3 days to our link up point with Eagle's Jumpships. In 3 weeks, we will be on Farnesworth." Colonel Christopher Mitchell said
"Just taking a last look around. It's going to be a long time before I see home again." Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron replied
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2 February 3027
Farnesworth (Federated Suns)
Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron looked around as she descended the ramp. This was her first time outside Hegemony space and her first thought was, it even smells different. The sun was warm on her face as she kept walking, following Colonel Christopher Mitchell and Master Sergeant Jamison. She saw her brother stop and speak to a Major, who nodded and pointed to an awaiting ground car before returning to his duties. Colonel Christopher Mitchell turned and said "Come on, we are taking that ground car over to Personnel. Once we get there, they will assign us temporary quarters in the BOQ. I have a meeting with General Hokala in two hours."
Two hours later, Colonel Christopher Mitchell was inside General Hokala's office. "Colonel Christopher Mitchell reporting for duty, sir."
"Take a seat, Colonel Mitchell. Glad to have you with us. I hear you have served here before, so you know the dos and don’ts. Your getting the 2nd Regiment, currently on Mararn. You will be taking a bunch of the new folks with you. Did you have a chance to meet a Lieutenant Cameron?" General Hokala asked
"Yes sir, I know what we can and cannot do. Also, yes I have met her. She is actually my half sister." Colonel Christopher Mitchell replied
"I see she finished top's in her class all the way around. Normally, I would slide her right into a line command, but I have my doubts about doing that this time." General Hokala said
"Sir, she is here serving just like any other officer. To treat her any differently is wrong. Assign her to my command, I will make sure she is safe." Colonel Christopher Mitchell replied
"I am not in the habit of assigning family members to the same command. We have several siblings serving with us and I have them in different units. But, I think in this particular instance, given who she is, it would probably be for the best. Now, you will only be here on Farnesworth for a week while we process everyone into the unit and issue proper uniforms and equipment. Then you will board transports for your command. ZaP Shipping is coordinating a command circuit so that everyone gets to their destinations as quick as possible. Should have you there by 1 March. We have had some sporadic pirate attacks along the border but nothing major. Get your Regiment ready, we will not be partaking of Galahad 3027, but we have been alerted that we will be taking part in Galahad 3028. The Galahad exercises are large scale affairs that the FedSuns have been conducting every year. Not really war games, but massive movements of troops." General Hokala said
"We will be ready sir. I can promise you that." Colonel Christopher Mitchell replied
"Then get a move on, Colonel Mitchell. My aide outside will give you a data stick that contains your commands complete TO&E, personnel roster and list of the people you will be taking with you." General Hokala said
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3 March 3027
Mararn (Federated Suns)
Colonel Christopher Mitchell had spent the trip to join his command by reviewing everything he had on the Regiment. First he reviewed the TO&E, which was not horrible, but after his time back in the Hegemony was surely lacking in his eyes. From a logistical point of view, it probably drove his S4 up the wall trying to keep it running, for the Battlemechs. For his Armor and Infantry Battalion, he had to smile some. Plus at least he, like all the Regiments, had full Dropship and Jumpship support. Though his Armor Battalion and support vehicles were carried aboard a Mule Dropship as cargo, slowing unloading.
2nd Regiment, Screaming Eagles
Headquarters Company
4x Battlemech
4x Long Tom Artillery
1x Mobile HQ (Basic)
1x MASH (Basic)
2x Pegasus
; 1st Battalion : 36x Battlemech (Heavy Avg)
; 2nd Battalion : 36x Battlemech (Med Avg)
; 3rd Battalion : 36x Battlemech (Med Avg)
; Armor Battalion : 36x Manticore Heavy Tanks
Infantry Battalion
*12x Infantry Platoons
*12x Maxim Hover
Aerospace Wing
*6x CSR-V20 Corsair Medium Fighter
*6x STU-K5 Stuka Heavy Fighter
Jumpship and Dropship
3x Invader Jumpships
1x Overlord (Combined Arms Variant) DropShip
3x Overlord Dropships
1x Condor Dropships
3x Mule Dropships
A mile away, Lieutenant JG Anastasia Cameron and Master Sergeant Jamison were looking over the new command. Her 28 person Infantry Platoon was at least fairly experienced. Though none were really excited about getting a new Lieutenant and Platoon Sergeant at the same time. They would spend the rest of the week getting to know the platoon members before taking to the field next week or extended patrols.
===September 3027===
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3 September 3027
New Avalon (Federated Suns)
"Another successful operation Arden. And as an added bonus, neither the Cappies nor Combine went to the same level of alert as last year, even though this operation was much larger than before." First Prince Hanse Davion said with a smile.
"It does help when you provide both of them with a full list of units, destinations and time tables and then stick to the plan as presented rigidly." Arden Sortek replied
"Yes, that does help quite a bit. How did Operation Thor go?" First Prince Hanse Davion asked.
"Quite well, surprisingly. There were some hiccups but, the Lyrans sorted them out quickly. Overall, an astounding success all around." Arden replied
"Nice to know that our allies can manage a large scale deployment. Did we get everything shifted without notice?" First Prince asked
"As far as we can tell, neither the Cappies or Combine have noticed the moves. We doubled the amount of propositioned equipment, supplies and ammunition from last year. We have also managed to shift all 3 Regiments from the Blue Star Irregulars, 1st New Ivaarsen Chasseurs, 1st Davion Guards RCT and First Ceti Hussars RCT into the Capellan March. Duke Sandoval is raising all sorts of hell about it." Arden replied
"I will talk to him and try to calm him down. Let's keep hold of those ships from ZaP Shipping, pay them standard commercial lease rates. That is if I remember, 22 Jumpships and 30ish Dropships. Plus the ships the AFFS already leases from them. We are just going to lease them again in a few months anyway for Galahad 3028." Hanse said
"Very well, Hanse. This Galahad proved that we could continue offensive operations without using the HPG systems. There is some delay, but it can be done." Arden replied
"Good, cause I don't trust Comstar as far as I can throw them. Plus, we will be on Terra when Galahad 3028 kicks off." Hanse said with a smile
===December 3027===
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4 December 3027
New Avalon (Federated Suns)
First Prince Hanse Davion and Prince's Champion Ardan Sortek looked over the ambitious plan that they had put together. The scope of it was daunting, but if they managed to pull this off, it would put a major dent into two of the Federated Suns enemies. It meant shuffling a large portion of the AFFS towards the borders from the Periphery. This would leave them fairly weak along the Periphery and vulnerable to pirate attacks, but there was no other way around it.
Capellan Confederation
Wave One
Aldebaran - 4th Deneb Light Cavalry RCT, 4th Davion Guards RCT, Redfield Renegades
Liao - 33rd Avalon Hussars RCT, three regiments of the Blue Star Irregulars 
Algol - 3rd Davion Guards RCT and the Eridani Light Horse (White Horse Regiment)
New Hessen - 1st New Ivaarsen Chasseurs and 2nd New Ivaarsen Chasseurs
Pleione - Screaming Eagles (1st and 3rd Regiments)
Poznan - 12th Vegan Rangers (Gamma and Delta Regiments)
St. Andre - Davion Light Guards RCT and 12th Vegan Rangers (Alpha and Beta Regiments)
Shensi - 1st Davion Guards RCT
Styk - 20th Avalon Hussars RCT and Davion Heavy Guards RCT
Wave Two
Tikonov - All eight Crucis Lancers RCTs
Tsitsang - 1st Davion Guards RCT
Genoa - 33rd Avalon Hussars RCT
Gan Singh - Screaming Eagles (2nd and 4th Regiments)
New Canton - Screaming Eagles (5th and 6th Regiments)
Buchlau - 12th Vegan Rangers (Gamma and Delta Regiments)
Hunan - 1st Aragon Borderers
Zurich - 4th Deneb Light Cavalry RCT
Ningpo - 3rd Davion Guards RCT
Alrescha - 1st New Ivaarsen Chasseurs
Wave Three
Menkar - 7th Crucis Lancers RCT
Achernar - 1st Crucis Lancers RCT
Kansu - 12th Vegan Rangers (Delta Regiment)
Yangtze - 1st New Ivaarsen Chasseurs
Ronel - 2nd New Ivaarsen Chasseurs
Tybalt - 4th Crucis Lancers RCT
Slocum - 3rd Davion Guards RCT
Arboris - 33rd Avalon Hussars RCT
Saiph - 4th Deneb Light Cavalry RCT
Tigress - 2nd Crucis Lancers RCT, 3rd Crucis Lancers RCT
Jonathan - 5th Crucis Lancers RCT, 6th Crucis Lancers RCT
Draconis Combine
Wave One (Begin when Wave Three Capellan start)
Nirasaki - 22nd Avalon Hussars RCT, Miller's Marauders (2 Battalions)
Dieron - Illician Lancers (4 Regiments), Fighting Urukhai (3 Regiments)
Altair - The Dioscuri (2 Regiments)
Wave Two 
Styx - Fighting Urukhai (3 Regiments)
Athenry - The Dioscuri (2 Regiments)
"This is risky as hell, Hanse. We have our entire Periphery border being covered by several Mercenary units and some March Militias. And you promised you would not launch the Combine offensive is you failed to convince Katrina Steiner to hit the Combine good and hard." Ardan Sortek said
"If Katrina does not go along, we hold firm on the Combine border. But I think I can persuade her, that is why we are holding back. I want to give any Combine units time to shift towards her offensive before we strike. I want a nice wide corridor to the Lyran Commonwealth. But either way, I am going to gut Max's ability to threaten the Federated Suns. He will pay a hefty price for trying to slip a dupe into my shoes." First Prince Hanse Davion promised
"Once we get rolling, we will start adding additional waves for the Capellans once we see how they react." Ardan Sortek said
"I concur. Let's just hope we can kill this many birds at one time. We have a bunch of sticks in the fire that all need to burn evenly for all this to work out right." First Prince Hanse Davion replied
*;Note from Author: Wave one is historical, except the Screaming Eagles have 6 Regiments in this AU instead of only 2. Wave 2 see's New Canon moved up from 3rd Wave and I think an additional one. Wave 3 changes, Miller's Maruaders move to Combine front when canon they hit a Capellan world. Other changes will probably be made as additional waves begin. Combine offensive is pure this AU. Davion stayed defensive on Combine front letting Lyran do the Combine offensive in canon. Illician Lancers and Fighting Urukhai did not really take part in 4th SW nor did the Dioscuri.
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