Category:422nd Defense Corps

The 422nd Defense Corps was an elite and active division of the First Sector Army in the Grand Army of the Republic. Under the joint command of Commander Branch and Jedi General Kyle Redbreak, the corps played a major role during the Battle of Geonosis, the battle that inevitably sparked the three-year long conflict known as the Clone Wars. Identified by the azure blue markings on their armor, the standard trooper design of the 422nd Defense Corps was similar to that of the 7th Sky Corps. Notable units such as the 162nd Strike Battalion and Booster Company were attached to the unit.

History
In 22 BBY, the Grand Army was formed. Dozens of units, among them the 422nd, was created, with its duties ranging from frontline combat, taking part in major operations and campaigns to establishing a line of defense from Separatist insurrections. When Kyle Redbreak took on the role of General, he was assigned to command this vast army, alongside CC-8542/221, better known as Branch. The 422nd troops were pressed into service, participating in the Decimator Campaign mere weeks after they were formed. Since then, Chancellor Palpatine took some great interest in their skills and quietly had his staff handpick those for special assignments in the future.

As the war raged on, the troops emerged as battle-hardened veterans, fighting in many campaigns in various parts of the galaxy. With General Redbreak, Commander Farlight and Commander Branch being the head, they helped to secure numerous key victories such as Umbara, Geonosis, Ryloth, Balmorra, Commoner and Coruscant. What should be noted is that the 422nd was the first to retain "experimental and rare" machines such as the AT-XT Walker. In addition, the 422nd troops maintained a large armory of gear such as cold assault armor, flame trooper armor and camouflaged armor.

From 21 BBY onwards, many of the 422nd were recognized heroes, awarded many times for their services and protecting Republic sovereignty. In 19 BBY, the 422nd Defense Corps was one of the last units of the Grand Army to retain troops cloned from the template of Jango Fett. The corps would be later disbanded during the Battle of Kashyyyk one year later where many of the very best troops would be transferred to the 501st Legion. The rest, either shifted to support roles or absorbed into the Stormtrooper Corps.

10th Legion

 * "As a clone trooper of this legion, you hold a blaster and wear heavy armor, nothing else. When you go out, arm yourself--there's no turning back. Once you see a clanker in your sight, shoot it first, and continue running with your brothers to turn those tinnies into a heap of scrap. The 10th Legion's favorite: Always charge the Seps before they have a chance to charge at you." 

— excerpt from a 422nd Defense Corps Clone trooper's journal

The 10th Legion became a noted unit in the 422nd Defense Corps. Sub-divisions such as the 284th Armored Regiment, 162nd Strike Battalion and the 68th Ordnance Battalion were attached to the legion. During the Clone Wars, the 10th Legion forged a fierce reputation for aiding and liberating many worlds in the Outer Rim, among them being Ryloth, Christophsis and Kamino. By the time of the second year of the war, many troops serving in the 10th Legion were battle-hardened veterans, though many were killed as the fighting continued to spread rapidly to outlying worlds.

Equipment
Equipped with the standard weapons such as the DC-15s and the DC-15A Blaster Rifle, the 10th Legion also carried jetpacks, DC-15x Sniper Rifles, along with EMP grenades, thermal detonators and mortars. In addition to their heavy armory, they also used many of the Grand Army's machinery including the AT-TE Walker, the AT-RT, AT-XTs, AT-OTs, Clone Turbo Tanks, BARC speeder bikes and LAAT/i and LAAT/c gunships.

284th Armored Regiment
Made up of multiple units such as the 68th Ordnance Battalion and the 162nd Strike Battalion, the 284th Armored Regiment troops help to carry out tactical, defensive and major operations during the Clone Wars. Tenacious and often being the "steel wall" men, they fight on worlds to contain Separatist threats no matter the risk.

Equipment
Like most of the Grand Army, troops are equipped with DC-15s blasters, DC-15A rifles, sniper rifles, Z-6 Rotary blaster and missile launchers. In addition, their main source of artillery are the AT-AP Walker, the AT-TE Walker, AT-RTs, AT-XTs, Saber-class fighter tanks, AT-OTs, Clone Turbo Tanks, AV-7 Cannons, LAAT/i Gunships and LAAT/c Carriers.

68th Ordnance Battalion
Comprised of Clone Paratroopers, the 68th Ordnance Battalion, nicknamed the "Heavies" fought on the dangerous battlefields against the Separatist during the Clone Wars. This Battalion didn't require anyone to lead them, for the clones of this unit possessed top leadership skills and were capable of creating battle tactics and plans, which almost rivaled those of a Jedi General. Phantom Company and the 6th Platoon were units part of this Battalion.

Equipment
Equipped with standard weapons such as the DC-15s and DC-15A rifles and heavy weapons such as the Z-6 Rotary blaster and rocket launcher, the 68th Ordnance Battalion troops also made use of the HAVw A6 Juggernaut tank and AT-OT Walker.

Phantom Company
Phantom Company was a unit comprised of Clone Paratroopers that specialized in high-altitude drops and in heavy weapons use. Attached to the 68th Ordnance Battalion, the company was placed under the command of Captain Valex. The 6th Platoon, and the 12th Security Pack were all part of Phantom Company.

Notable Members

 * CC-9244 "Valex"
 * CL-1187 "Bretal"
 * CT-4423/119 "Knox"
 * CT-1113 "Ruck"
 * CT-3466 "Zee"
 * CT-1099 "Splint"
 * CT-5559 "Slate"

Equipment
The standard equipment of Phantom Company comprised of DC-15A blaster rifles, rocket launchers, Z-6 Rotary repeating blasters, EMP grenades and thermal detonators. Phantom Company also relied on aerial craft such as AT-XT Walkers and LAAT/i Gunships.

6th Platoon
The 6th Platoon was a group of Clone Paratroopers that served in the 422nd Defense Corps during the Clone Wars. Placed under the command of lieutenant Bretal, the platoon's roles included infantry support and offense.

Notable Members

 * CL-1187 "Bretal"
 * CT-8921 "Reed"
 * CT-6219 "Pole"
 * CT-1444 "Enh"
 * CT-3328 "Hurl"
 * CT-9986 "N'imp"
 * CT-4467 "Werth"
 * CT-0892 "Sax"
 * CT-2453 "Avop"

Equipment
This platoon utilizes Z-6 Rotary Repeating blaster, DC-15A Blaster Rifles, EMP Grenades, and thermal detonators.

162nd Strike Battalion

 * "The 162nd troops have proven themselves time and time again when on the battlefields. Soldiers in this unit during these dark times are just the ones we need to defeat Battle Droids of poor intelligence."

—Chancellor Palpatine remarking about the Clone troopers of the 162nd Strike Battalion

The 162nd Strike Battalion was a unit in conjuction with the 284th Armored Regiment. Comprised of Clone Troopers, ARF Troopers and ARC Troopers, the battalion was the primary unit used for campaigns and offensive and defensive operations. The 162nd troops achieved numerous victories throughout the Clone Wars with thanks to their strategies, becoming veterans in the Grand Army. Booster Company was a notable sub-division in the battalion.

Notable Members

 * CC-8542/221 "Branch"
 * CT-5421 "Clasher"
 * CT-1248/442 "Blazer"
 * CL-5532 "Faunt"
 * CT-7783 "Bombshot" (MIA)
 * CT-0766 "Rotor"
 * CT-8213/433 "Henge"
 * CT-0023 "Butch"
 * CS-6666 "Vault"

Equipment
The 162nd was equipped with both the DC-15A and DC-15s blasters, including an impressive array of artillery such as mortars, rocket launchers, grenades, sniper rifles and jetpacks. Utilizing walkers such as the AT-TE, AT-RT and AT-XT, the battalion also made use of repulsorlift vehicles such as the LAAT/i, BARC speeder bike and LAAT/c.

Booster Company

 * "Within days, Booster Company left for battle. Within weeks Booster Company was firmly on the offensive, and within months Booster Company became an elite unit." 

—excerpt from a Booster Company Clone trooper's journal

Booster Company was an elite division within the 162 Strike Battalion. Bred to be the ultimate fighting unit in the 422nd Defense Corps, the company primarily comprised of Clone Troopers, ARF Troopers, and ARC Troopers. Led by both Jedi General Kyle Redbreak and Commander Branch, Booster Company had valiantly secured numerous victories for the Republic during the Clone Wars, and have been awarded on numerous occasions for doing so. The 5th Platoon and ARC Pack were all sub-divisions of the Company.

Notable Members

 * CC-8542/221 "Branch"
 * CT-5421 "Clasher" (Later promoted to ARC Trooper and Lieutenant. Later demoted back to Clone Trooper Sergeant)
 * CT-1248/442 "Blazer" (Later promoted to ARC Trooper and Lieutenant, then to Captain)
 * CT-7783 "Bombshot" (MIA)
 * CT-6609/924 "Sleek" (ARC Trooper)
 * CT-8887 "Snapper" (ARC Trooper)
 * CL-5532 "Faunt"
 * CT-0766 "Rotor"
 * CT-8213/433 "Henge"
 * CT-9982 "Creed" (ARC Trooper)
 * CS-6666 "Vault"
 * CT-5490 "Vat" (Medic)
 * CT-1129/007 "Forty" (Killed in Action)
 * CT-7434 "Mort" (Killed in Action)
 * CT-0023 "Butch"

Equipment
Booster Company&apos;s equipment typically consisted of DC-15A Blaster Rifles, DC-15S Blasters, DC-15X Sniper Rifles, and DC-17 Blaster pistols. They also use EMP grenades, thermal detonators, rocket launchers, as well as Z-6 Rotary Repeating blaster cannons. In addition, they also use aerial craft and heavy machinery such as AT-TE Walkers, BARC Speeder bikes, Clone Juggernaut Tanks, TX-130 Saber-class fighter tanks, AT-RT Walkers, AT-XT Walkers  and LAAT/i gunships.

5th Platoon
A sub-division of Booster Company, the 5th Platoon specialize in ambush and guerilla tactics. Identified by the azure makrings on their armor, the 5th Platoon accompanied the 422nd troops to a variety of battlefields such as the arid world of Ryloth and the darkened world of Umbara. During the Battle of Bardo Verwen, the platoon suffered devastating losses, much to the grief to the few who survived. In the months that followed, the platoon gradually rebuilt its numbers, once again ready and prepared for the line of duty.

Notable Members

 * CL-5532 "Faunt"
 * CS-6666 "Vault" (Killed in Action)
 * CT-8774 "Screech"
 * CT-7434 "Mort" (Killed in Action)
 * CT-0023 "Butch"
 * CT-3333/209 "Typ" (Killed in Action)
 * CT-5521 "Hearken"
 * CT-8213/433 "Henge"
 * CT-6641 "B'tin" (Killed in Action)

Equipment
The 5th Platoon use DC-15A Blaster rifles, DC-15S Blasters, DC-17 Blaster Pistols, rocket launchers, EMP Grenades, thermal detonators, the Z-6 Rotary Repeating Blaster. On occasion, they also make use of clone jetpacks.

ARC Pack

 * "Deadly and efficient are the ARC Pack troopers. But for them to be the perfect team, who is to say, hmm?"

—Master Yoda commenting on ARC Pack

The ARC Pack was an elite squad of ARC Troopers designed to carry out covert and rescue missions that were considered too delicate for a standard Clone Trooper. Originally consisting of six ARC Troopers, the squad later expanded to eight, following ARC Troopers Clasher Blazer's induction following their heroics on Felucia. When Clasher was demoted and stripped off his ARC Trooper status some months later and therefore removed from ARC Pack, Blazer was promoted to Captain and took command of the squad, with Sleek acting as second-in-command.

Members

 * CL-5421 "Clasher" (Later removed)
 * CL-1248/442 "Blazer" (Promoted to Captain and leader)
 * CT-8887 "Snapper"
 * CT-6609/924 "Sleek"
 * CT-9982 "Creed"
 * CT-6631 "Slice"
 * CT-7729 "Gouge"
 * CT-0047 "Relt"

Equipment
The ARC Pack weapons consist of DC-17 Blaster Pistols, DC-15A Blaster Rifles, and DC-15 Blasters. In addition, ARC Pack uses EMP grenades and thermal detonators. They also use the gunship, Unyielding Creature, their favorite, because the creature and the colour clearly matched those of their armor.

46th Tank Battalion
The 46th Tank Battalion was a large division of the 422nd Defense Corps led by Commander Branch and Jedi General Kyle Redbreak. Comprised of ARF Troopers, Clone Troopers and Clone Gunners, these troops specialize in operating AT-TE Walkers, TX-130 Saber-class fighter tanks, AT-XT Walkers, Clone Turbo Tanks, and AT-RT Walkers. The battalion's troopers and walkers can be identified by the navy blue markings. Originally starting out as a company, the troopers and tanks began to expand after the Battle of Christophsis. All battalion troopers gave their machines nicknames for easier identification.

Cannon Company
Cannon Company was a sub-division of the 46th Tank Battalion. Comprised primarily of AT-TE Walkers, AT-XT Walkers and AT-RT Walkers, the company troops and machines were well-experienced and prepared.

Notable Members

 * CT-5004 "Stoke" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-2119 "Tys" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-9092 "Vent" (Clone Gunner)
 * CT-4320 "Pulse" (Clone Gunner)
 * CT-5512 "Feint" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-0116 "Zave" (Clone Gunner)
 * CT-8029/261 "Polk" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-1802 "Fry-Up" (Clone Gunner)
 * CT-2120 "Mun" (ARF Trooper)

Notable AT-TE Walkers

 * Cannon Head
 * Rhino Blaster (Destroyed)
 * Stomper Clone
 * Droid Kicks
 * Fatal Explosion
 * Repeating Crunch
 * Walker Lift
 * Droids in the Blue
 * Extreme Stomping
 * Tank Strength

115th Turbo Company
Comprised of HAVw Juggernaut tanks, the 115th Turbo Company provide heavy infantry support and transport to designated battlegrounds.

Notable Turbo Tanks

 * Rolling Slab
 * Flywheel
 * Rumbler
 * Armored Hawkbat
 * Savage Turbo
 * Droid Fodder

70th Laser Company
Comprised of TX-130 Saber-class fighter tanks, the 70th Laser Company fight on the front lines to help thin out the line of enemy infantry and enemy artillery.

Notable Saber-class Fighter Tanks

 * Large Concussion
 * Fast Mover
 * Laser Clone
 * Infantry Hero
 * Fast Propulsion
 * Gun Bolt
 * Intolerable Machine
 * Mighty Cannon
 * Swivel Head

3rd Larty Wing
The 3rd Larty Wing, nicknamed the 3rd Larties or simply the 3rd Larts by some troopers, comprised of LAAT/i Gunships and LAAT/c carriers that provide transport and infantry support fire. Equipped with two bubble turrets (also interchangable with searchlights) at the front of the gunship, all gunships are identified by the customized blue markings.

Notable Gunships

 * Super Clone
 * Clone Strength
 * Punch-line
 * Clone Knights
 * Clone "Force"
 * The Big Gun
 * Homeward Bound!
 * Weapons Whacker
 * Merciless Angels
 * Droid Busters!
 * Gunship Hero

Notable Members

 * CT-2254 "Satyr"
 * CT-3324 "Stumper"
 * CT-1179/002 "Flyboy"
 * CT-8991 "Charter"
 * CT-4482/999 "Fakir"
 * CT-7774 "Blim"
 * CT-3660 "Hock"
 * CT-6600 "Stale"
 * CT-33/241 "Tux"

SOURCE Squad

 * "SOURCE Squad, a squad of unrivaled elites. One rarely sees them in the crowd--they prefer to be kept in the dark and wait until the time is right to strike at the heart of the enemy." 

     — Joch Farlight



SOURCE Squad (Special Operations Units and Reconnaissance Clone Experts), were a unit of ARC Troopers and ARF Troopers of the 422nd Defense Corps, closely monitored by Commander Branch. Their roles included scouting, intel gathering and sabotage. Wearing special stealth belts and carrying special armaments of weapons and tools, these would allow SOURCE Squad troops to carry out their missions while deep in enemy territory.

Notable Members

 * CS-6668 "Celt" (ARC Trooper)
 * CT-5556 "Tak" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-2210 "Gono" (ARC Trooper)
 * CT-1190 "Prey" (ARC Trooper)
 * CT-4430/776 "Tome" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-6556 "Clove" (ARF Trooper)
 * CT-7651 "L'ain" (ARF Trooper and Medic)
 * CS-5759/119 "Nineteen" (ARC Trooper)
 * CS-8091 "Steel" (ARC Trooper)
 * CT-4098/555 "Strafe" (ARF Trooper)

Equipment
SOURCE Squad troopers are equipped with DC-15A Blaster Rifles, DC-15 Blasters, WESTAR blasters (for ARC Troopers) and DC-17 Blaster Pistols. Both ARC and ARF Troopers are equipped with stealth belts provided by the Kaminonians who designed these belts specifically for stealth and recon missions.

Maverick Squad

 * "It's not pity nor even hatred the Maverick commandos show behind their helmets; it's their sense of "brotherhood" that decide the enemy's fate."

       — Walon Vau



Maverick Squad was an elite commando unit attached to Arca Company of the Special Operations Brigade. Much like the other Clone commandos, the squad's objectives primarily focused on covert tasks that were too delicate for any standard clone. Maverick Squad's transport of choice was the LAAT/s, (Republic Stealth Gunship) one of which they named the Atin Ramikad (Mando'a for "Defiant Commando") after themselves.

Members

 * RC-1156 "Clax" (Team Leader and Weapons Handler)
 * RC-5014 "Patch" (Team Medic and Tech Expert)
 * RC-7731 "Rip" (Hacker and Grenades Specialist)
 * RC-8829 "Singe" (Sniper and Heavy Weapons Specialist)

Equipment
Wielding the standard DC-17 ICWS blaster, Maverick Squad's commandos are outfitted for brutal and harsh terrains.

Background
When the Kaminoans launched the commando programme in 32 BBY, Jango Fett recruited Mandalorian mercenaries, forming the Cuy'val Dar. Among them was Walon Vau, who trained not only the soon-to-be renown Delta Squad, but Maverick Squad as well. Under his harsh tutelage, the commandos of Maverick adapted to the brutality of reality, forming a sense of brotherhood amongst the four. As their training progressed, each adopted nicknames. RC-1156 became known as "Clax", the leader of the squad, followed by RC-5014, RC-7731, and RC-8829, nicknamed as "Patch", "Rip" and "Singe" respectively.

When their training was completed, the commandos, along with the rest of their brothers, were sent to Geonosis to rescue the Jedi strike team. On the war-torn battlefield, the commandos proved their worth by sabotaging two droid factories and destroyed a Separatist supply depot to turn the tide in the Republic's favour. Following Geonosis, the Jedi took steps to create the Special Operations Brigade, consisting of commandos, ARC Troopers and other elite units. Maverick Squad was sorted into Arca Company, part of Group Five Zero which was attached to the brigade. Though assigned to follow orders from Jedi General Kyle Redbreak, Maverick Squad primarily received their assignments from Arligan Zey, the Director of Special Forces.

Commendations and Awards

 * "We don't earn those commendations and awards for glory; we earn them because we want to remember our achievements and to our brothers that died alongside us. Each of these medals we wear represents one of our brothers who died in combat and couldn't be here with us. If I were you, corporal, I'd rethink about the "glory" you're criticizing about."

— lieutenant Faunt rebuking corporal Clyde

As mentioned, troops of the 422nd received awards for their valor and courage. While the troops accepted these, they did not take it for honor or glory; instead, they took it as a memorabilia for their achievements and to remember the fallen who had perished in the battlefield. Troops would then pin these medals on a board to represent each brother who died in various battles and campaigns. The following troops were awarded once or twice:
 * CC-8542/221 "Branch": awarded the Cross of Glory two times for his efforts on Umbara and Geonosis. Commended four times for his exceptional leadership skills. Awarded the Medal of Valor five times for his devoted services to the Grand Army. Awarded the Mark of Victory following Chandrila.


 * CT-5421 "Clasher": awarded the Medal of Valor three times for his actions on Geonosis, Umbara and Ryloth. All medals revoked following his demotion and stripped off his ARC trooper status. Later awarded the Cross of Glory and the Mark of Victory for his heroic actions on Chandrila. Commended for his valiant efforts against the Separatists.


 * CT-1248 (later re-designated ARC-1248) "Blazer": awarded the Medal of Valor three times for his efforts on Geonosis, Umbara and Ryloth. Twice awarded the Cross of Glory for executing several successful covert missions with ARC Pack. Awarded the Mark of Victory for destroying seven tanks single-handedly.


 * CL-5532 "Faunt": awarded the Mark of Victory for his heroism on Umbara. Noted in several battles and commended for his leadership roles. Later Awarded the Medal of Valor for his actions on Chandrila.


 * CT-2254 "Flyboy" (Pilot): awarded the Mark of Victory for flying 200 missions in a span of eleven months. Initially refused, but was persuaded by Branch to accept it for his hard work.


 * CT-7783 "Bombshot": awarded the Mark of Victory for his action on Geonosis. Commended for his partake in bombing several enemy installations on Felucia, Ryloth and Umbara.

Known Battles

 * "Fighting in this war is what we were bred for. Battle after battle, we became more than heroes; we became veterans―veterans who were taught to show no fear when facing our enemies."


 * ―excerpt from a 422nd Defense Corps Clone trooper's journal entry

As the Clone Wars raged on, the 422nd Defense Corps found themselves enmeshed in many battles, and always coming out through, unscathed, though with heavy casualties. The troopers were awarded many times for their services, courage, valiant efforts, and their powerful skills and knowledge as they crossed blasters with enemy Droids of the Confederacy.


 * First Battle of Geonosis
 * First Battle of Kamino
 * Second Battle of Sarapin
 * Second Battle of Tatooine
 * Battle of Aereen
 * Battle of Altair-9
 * Battle of Christophsis
 * Second Battle of Geonosis
 * Mission to Felucia
 * Battle of Juma-9
 * Mission to Bardo Verwen
 * Second Battle of Kamino
 * Battle of Umbara
 * Battle in the Iktochi System
 * Liberation on Ryloth
 * Mission to Ryloth
 * First Battle of Saleucami
 * Defense of Orto Plutonia
 * Mission to Iceberg Three
 * Battle of Bephour
 * Third Battle of Felucia

Trivia

 * The name "Heavies" were nicknames used for bombers during WWII. (Thanks to Bane7670 for the suggestion.)
 * The nickname "Rolling Slab" was a term used by the clone troopers to describe the HAVw Juggernaut tanks due to its rectangular appearance.