The Antarian Rangers (Years 4 - 11)

The Antarian Rangers
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The Antarian Rangers (TAR) are a unique paramilitary organization of non-Force-users who, unlike many citizens of the galaxy, do not fear the power of the Jedi and actively assist them whenever possible. The Antarian Rangers dedicate their lives to acting as support troops for the Jedi, and are deployed in reconnaissance and covert operations to make the work of the Jedi easier. The Antarian Rangers began their legacy as a droid producer and then later a paramilitary support group for Jedi Force-users. While they have never been an official part of the Jedi Council, their history with that body has left a lasting impression in their battle for the freedoms of all sentient beings. The early beginnings were both fruitful and disastrous. The development of the partnership between the Jedi Praxium (JP) and The Antarian Rangers was to have been a high point in the organizations growth; however, internal deception and betrayal was to bring TAR to the brink of extinction. Only by the faith and perseverance of a few was The Antarian Rangers able to survive to the present day. Currently The Antarian Rangers are a medical faction.

Description

Ranger Oath

"To be a Ranger means knowing how to move in any environment. To blend in with the forest or grassland, to sail, to swim, to dive, to pilot. To be masters of our surroundings. We are good spies, good warriors, very adept at intrusion and escape."

Tyria Sarkin Tainer on being an Antarian Ranger. X-Wing:Wraith Squadron

The Antarian Rangers began as just a dream among some of the more alike minds of the Hapes Consortium. These select few no longer satisfied with the neutrality of the Hapan Government, and grew weary of the endless bureaucrats and politics that clouded Hapes. They eventually reached an agreement with King James, and struck out on their own, opening up some droid factories on Lorell. Droids were a good start, but it was just the first step to becoming the Rangers. They'd need droids to even the odds against them, and droids production was very profitable. While credits were never a priority of the Rangers, it took quite a bit to reach their ultimate goal - a paramilitary group the likes of which the galaxy has never seen before.

After a fairly short time in the droid business the Rangers had all the credits they needed and an army of droids to command. They sold off all the factories and converted full time to Security and military work, pledging their allegiance to the Rebel cause and swearing they wouldn't rest until the tyranny and oppression of the Empire was eradicated. In addition to this less-then humble goal; The Rangers also vowed to stand up for honor and integrity, two qualities that were lacking in this lawless and chaotic galaxy overrun with pirates, thieves and murderers.

A time of brotherhood with the Jedi Praxium followed, a time only too short. It abruptly ended with the sudden disbandment of the Praxium and in the following time the Rangers focused on their goals - alone...

History

The rangers have been around for several hundreds of thousands of years. Their heritage vast and libraries are filled with their missions of exploiting the Sith and helping the Jedi. Whether they be on protection missions for the Jedi or contributing to the wealth of the New Republic to forge armies, The Antarian Rangers have always been there. The official creation date is not known but however traditions and legacys have always been passed on since the birth of The Antarian Rangers.

Episode 0 - The Founding (Pre Year 5)

Over the course of many years, the rangers have always had its heritage to be looked up. Under the direction of the House of Antaria, the rangers were under the leadership of Choibacca Antaria as a droid producer. The headquarters was located on Lorrell and was believed at one time it was a station in Hapan space called the White Star. At one point the rangers were close to the Wraiths, another military group.

Episode 1 - The House (Pre Year 5)

During this period The Antarian Rangers were rebuilt to become a paramilitary force but only to be robbed and betrayed by the Jedi Jawa Samus Augill and his apprentice, Maximillian Archer. Both revealed afterwards that they had turned to the Dark Side. Also the House of Antaria left the faction only for the Rangers to be held on to dear life by a few dedicated rangers.

Episode 2 - The Rebuilding (Pre Year 5)

Shortly after the House of Antaria pulled out all assets from the Antarian Rangers and a small dedicated band of rangers including Dedrick Rogue saved The Antarian Rangers. This truly showed the spirt of the ranger will never fail. The small band were only mentioned briefly but are: Von Krolok, Jack Darooky, Andrew Bodowski, Deakon Jarvis, Kyle Navras, Ranos Jolpar. Only shortly after this the Rangers were robbed again. Also a relationship formed with the Jedi Praxium as the rangers became brothers/sisters with them.

Episode 3 - The Stagnation (Pre Year 5)

Isoldor Storm was holding Dedrick Rogue and two other rangers ransom. At this point Isoldor Storm told the Rebel Alliance that the ransom was up and executed Dedrick Rogue and the two rangers. Jake Azzameen took up leadership only till Tine Darky became Ranger 1. This period led to another leadership change to Garik Vordarian to be the next Ranger One.

Episode 4 - The Disbandment (Year 5)

This period had two notable ranger 1s, Garik Vordarian and Deakon Jarvis, were in charge. Vordarian, was one of the greatest Rangers of all time and decided that becoming Ranger One was a great leap of faith that he could not keep and decided to step down to make way for Deakon Jarvis. This period only lasted till Kal Fisto, Master of the Jedi Praxium, decided to loot the Jedi Praxium and formed The Exchange, a pirated organization. Garik never did want leadership and only held the position of Ranger 1 for a month. He nominated Deakon Jarvis as his predecessor again.

Episode 5 - The Stability (Late Year 5 to Year 7 303)

The Jedi Praxium's remaining leaders decided to merge the remaining assets and members into The Antarian Rangers while under Deakon's command. He led The Antarian Rangers for over two years with Rhys Skywalker being his Ranger 2.This era came to a close when Deakon Jarvis became ill and had to step down as Ranger 1 to only let Rhys Skywalker to become it.

Episode 6 - The Expansion (Year 7 Day 303 to Year 8 Day ??)

Rhys being given the mantles of The Antarian Rangers, boosted the the income of The Antarian Rangers. At this time Rhys was able to purchased the vehicle producer known as Aratech from Jesfa of the Sons and Daughters of Freedom and rised the Outer Rim Excatvations. This was probably the most beneficial time period and most financially stabled since the times when the rangers got robbed.

Episode 7 - The Preparation (Year 8 Day ?? to Year 9 Day 221)

Daktal Hearst became ranger 1 shortly after Rhys stepped down. Althrough Rhys was still around, Daktal forced an organizational reformation to operate way more efficently. Once he got what he wanted he ceded his powers to Liam Helmrow. One month before the official GNS flashpoint news released that The Antarian Rangers was going to become a government, Liam fell gravely ill and decided to step down as Ranger One.

Episode 8 - The Reformation (Year 9 Day 221 to Present)

It was heard all over the universe, The Antarian Rangers did it! They became an government entity on Year 9 Day 221. Char'Kargis Olort became Ranger One after the Liam era. Another reformation was to come to allow the new status of the rangers to reflect upon its newer needs. Flich Warfield returned during this era to ease the transition of the government status.

Structure

Past and Current Leaders of TAR
Ranger 1	Ranger 2
Choibacca Antaria Dedrick Rogue Jake Azzameen* Tine Darky Garik Vordarian Deakon Jarvis Rhys Skywalker Liam Helmrow Char`Kargis Olort (Year 9 Day 122 to Present)	Bodowski Jake Azzameen Garik Vordarian Rhys Skywalker Liam Helmrow Arius Regalis Marak Naar Blake Firewalker Rex Rawrlington (Year 9 Day 129 to present)
*Jake served as acting Ranger 1 until The Antarian Rangers could appoint a new Ranger One.

Affiliated Factions

• Aratech
• Outer Rim Excavations (ORE)

Services

The Antarian Rangers are a medical faction and therefore offers quite some services to you ranging from medical supplies to evacuation to our hospitals. Additionally we are experts in escorts to mediation and security are. All services are 50% up front and 50% at the completion of deal, this excludes construction which requires the cost of Raw Materials upfront minimum.

General Services

• Trade: As a member of the Traders Protection Agency The Antarian Rangers are happy to offer services as middle people in large and small trades. To have TAR act as a middle feel free to contact us via our forums.

TAR also frequently trades so for information on deals we currently have going contact the current Trade Department Leader.

• Mediation: If you have a dispute that needs assistance, be it civil, military or otherwise feel free to ask TAR. We can offer an impartial Military trial to resolve disputes.
• Construction: Ranger Construction Services

Security Services

• Escorting: Ranger Escort Services
• Body Guard(s): Ranger Body Guard Services
• Bounty Hunting: Also available on request and each price depends upon the size of any bounty, this may be assistance or full Hunting.

Intelligence Services

• Scanning Services: Ranger Scanning Services
• General & Specific Information: Costs of information varies and we can gather or supply almost anything, for further details contact the current Director of Intelligence.

Sources

• Homepage of The Antarian Rangers: [[1]]
• SWC Faction Page: [[2]]

External Links

Wookiepedia: [3]