On 15Jan2019 1526, Joe Coles (via tml list) wrote:
> I understand that actual SDB organization will vary widely, but still
> I would think there is a sort of "best practice" for organization.
> Especially since SDBs can fall under Imperial Reserve Fleet command.
> what do others think about this: individual boats in the 200-500 ton
> range are generally organized into divisions of 2-6 boats.  Many
> divisions will also have a tender of 500-1000 tons to provide
> logistic and repair support - not a jump shuttle/tug. this would be a
> best practice, actual organization will vary widely.

Imperial 'best practice' is likely to include things that make it easy
for the boats, especially ones battle tender sized, to fit into Imperial
fleet structures. I think a fair number of worlds would choose to not
match those to make swiping their defences in 'emergencies' less attractive.

Also, the right to arrange one's system defences how one sees fit is
likely to be a right that systems cling to, and assert by not toeing the
Imperial line. "If the Imperium wants compliant SDB forces, the Imperium
can pay for it with the taxes they levy from us."

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