500th WRAITH SQUAD
“Death is not our path, but the path of those left in the wake of the Wraith.”
We are versatile and have soldiers within the Wraith’s ranks to tackle whatever the CIS throws at us. If the Republic needs something done right, they come to the 500th Wraith Squad.
Whether it is a full-frontal assault on the ground, a defensive hold at an unloseable objective, or bringing the heat from the skies above like a blazing sun, the 500th Wraith Squad has the tools.
― Commander Mothman in the 500th Wraith Squad Handbook
The 500th Wraith Squad is currently led by Commander Mothman. As of 8/5, this squad has 20 members.
500th Wraith Squad divides itself into two sides, being Infantry and Armored. These two sides represent the "hold your ground" and "burn the boats" mentality this squad embodies through it's frontline fighting focus.
- The Infantry Division is where you fit in if you are a Rifleman, Assault, or Breacher class. You are the front and center of the battle and should have no fear when charging towards the CIS.
- The Armored Division consists of any Pilots, Technicians, and Gunners. Pilots are self-explanatory. Technicians will be relay men from above or on the ground to the rest of the squad. Gunners will be trained to man the armor’s guns. Simple as that.
― Commander Mothman in the 500th Wraith Squad Handbook
The 500th Wraith Squad was founded by then Colonel Mothman after the Grand Army of the Republic’s Frontline regiment was deployed to Arkania. The name was chosen to inspire it's troopers to strike fear into the hearts of the Republic’s enemies. The 500th Wraith Squad is the stuff of legend to the CIS, and the Seppies only witness its existence moments before their demise.
Before receiving the rank of Commander, Colonel Mothman was dedicated to making the 500th Wraith Squad an elite unit where only the best of the best would thrive. The first iteration of the squad consisted of Colonel Mothman as an ARC Trooper, and several Jet Troopers. The goal was to be a quick-response aerial unit within Frontline. The squad excelled at getting in, taking care of business, and getting out.
But upon receiving a promotion to the rank of Commander, Mothman’s responsibilities and understanding of the war at hand both evolved. The rising insurgencies alongside increased aggression by the CIS against the Republic across the galaxy made him rethink the strategic necessity of the 500th Wraith Squad.
"It was halfway through the Republic’s time on Arkania where he re-organized the squad into something greater. Commander Mothman ensured 500th Wraith’s elite status remained, but altered its trooper allotment of a mighty few into a mighty many."
― Marshal Commander Reker
Mothman opened the door to a variety of inner-squad divisions. Medics, infantry units, ARC Troopers, and Jet Troopers all intertwined to make the most formidable squad the Grand Army of the Republic has ever seen. The squad’s numbers grew, and thus did its legend.
Once the deployment on Arkania was finished, Frontline and 500th Wraith were sent to Retta. A small military base there was reconditioned into GAR FOB Ironhammer. Commander Mothman and the 500th Wraith quickly established a Republic presence on the planet by retaking a small hilltop outpost and Checkpoint Aurek from CIS and insurgent control.
Unfortunate mishaps between Retta militia forces and Republic soldiers soon saw the situation on Retta turn FUBAR. While the overarching government hopes the Republic can bring peace, the militia joined the insurgency, who in turn sided with the CIS. Wave after wave of attacks have been sent at FOB Ironhammer, with the GAR, including 500th Wraith, holding strong. But for how long?
Award/Certification | Insignia | Notes | Date |
Logistics High Command Endorsement | This squad was endorsed by Republic Logistics as a great recruitment choice for clone troopers. | Awarded July 22nd, 2023 | |
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