The Shadow Talons serve as the Crimson Pact’s unseen hand—experts in assassination, infiltration, and precision disruption. Operating beyond the visibility of standard military force, Talons are deployed to neutralize threats that can’t be confronted directly: leaders, spies, infrastructure, and morale itself. Their actions rarely draw attention; they are designed to end conflict before it escalates, or to shift momentum with a single cut.
Their training is extreme, their enhancements tailored for silence, agility, and speed of execution. Biochemical modulation and reflex control allow them to move where others can’t and act before anyone knows they were there. Each Talon is expected to work alone or in tight, independent cells, often deep in hostile territory with no external support. Inside the Pact, their effectiveness is legendary. Outside it, many believe they are myth—until it’s too late to prepare.
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Masked Identity Doctrine: You are trained to hold multiple identities flawlessly, including speech patterns, movement styles, and forged documentation. You may have a complete civilian alias with embedded history.
Redacted History: Your records are deliberately altered or erased. Outside a select few handlers, no one knows where you trained, what missions you’ve completed, or even if you truly exist.
You Must Not Show Mercy Without Directive: Unless explicitly ordered, you are not permitted to spare a target. Sentiment is seen as operational failure.
You Must Not Disclose Presence: Unless the mission requires it, you may not reveal to allies or enemies that a Shadow Talon is in operation—even indirectly.
You May Not Leave a Witness Any civilian or unauthorized individual who sees your face or identifies your role must be neutralized or erased from the record.