It has been 6 months since the Swarm first touched down on Suskillon in a bloody conflict named,  the Battle at the Stone Sea. After the Swarm punched through the planet's aerial and orbital defenses, its components landed near the Stone Sea, a large freshwater lake surrounding a dormant volcano. The Fifth Battalion of the Suskillon Defense Force (SDF) was closest to the site of contact and held the Swarm back long enough for the SDF to  mobilize other battalions to the area. Stories of the battle have already reached near mythical heights as most members of the Fifth Battalion were killed in glorious, terrible combat.

Since then, the SDF has fought a losing battle against the Swarm. Through Suskillon is a friendly trading partner with the Pact Worlds, the planet's government has yet to officially request aid, with many afraid that the Pact Worlds will claim their planet as a protectorate in "payment" for such help. However, that hasn't stopped volunteers and mercenaries from other systems (included the Pact Worlds and the Veskarium) from journeying to Suskillon to  join in the fight against the invasion. The Swarm is relentless, though, and it has already overran and taken nearly half of the planet.

The adventure begins in the middle of one of the planet's Dead Winters, a time of extended extreme cold weather in the planet's southern hemisphere. Over the past few weeks, Suskillon has enjoyed something of a respite, as the Swarm appears to have ceased its near daily attacks. Some believe the Swarm's numbers are dwindling and that the tide of the war will soon turn. In an effort to replenish the ranks of the Fifth Battalion, the SDF has recruited mercenaries and off worlders, made deals with prisoners and pirates, and accepted nearly every volunteer who can hold a gun. These new soldiers--which include the PCs--are being trained and outfitted at a military training post called Camp Cavalier.

Midnight Squad
Hello! And Welcome to Midnight Squad! For your Request to join (RTJ) please come up with a reason why your character joined the Suskillon Defense Force (SDF) and their planetary battle against the Swarm.  The 5th Battalion consists primarily of non career soldiers, as over the course of the invasion, (which started six months ago) the group has suffered over 60 percent casualties, with most occurring in the Battle at Stone Sea.

Over the last few months the 5th Battalion has been pulled from the front lines in order to replenish its ranks and train new recruits alongside battle-weary veterans. At Camp Cavalier, the 5th trains troop transfers, draftees, prisoner conscripts and volunteers from all over. It's here that the battalion became  a melting pot of soldiers from every corner of the galaxy. Remember character starting level will be 3 (4,000 XP and 4,000 credits to spend on your character's gear. Please note that you character may not have equipment over their character level *3*. Additionally please note that you receive 12 points to balance out your character not 10).
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