Invasion Location: "Free Comic Book Day" - Seattle, WA (USA) "May the Fourth" - Everett, WA (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Cer'kurshi
Mission Objective: To promote Free Comic Book Day and May the Fourth Be With You Day while promoting the MMCC and our love for Star Wars and costuming.

Invasion Report: The Day was hot and the hours long as brave Mandos from the mighty Cer'kurshi invaded the Comics Dungeon in Seattle for Free Comic Book Day. The crowd was massive as comic book readers of all ages descended on the small comic store to get their hands on some free comics (one of which being a story about Boba Fett and Darth Vader) and even dig through the bins the store had to offer to find nice gems to add to their own collections.

Many people stopped and asked for photos, the Mercs took on the horde of picture takers with steadfast dedication and an arsenal of blasters at their sides. Many questions about armor and the Mercs were asked and answered, as well as many cards handed out. Aided by the local 501st and Rebel Legions, the Mandos survived that encounter only to be called away immediately after the word of a suspicious Tusken Raider lurking outside BobaKhan Toy Store.

Two Mandos left to investigate things and found a rather sharpishly dressed Tusken named Sandy, together the trio teamed up and partied with customers at BobaKhan Toys for their May the Fourth Day celebration and Free Comic Book Day gathering. More photos were taken and more questions about armor and costumes abounded.

Double duty paid well, all bounties were collected. OYA!

Original report by BUBBA D. FETT

Invasion Location: Chapel Hill, NC (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Talon
Mission Objective: Promote Free Comic Book Day

Invasion Report: Talon Clan returned to Free Comic Book Day at Chapel Hill Comics for a third year in a row. This year, four Mercs were joined by Assasins Creed Ezio and Iron Man. Citizens walking along Franklin Street enjoyed the sight and took many pictures before or after checking out the free comics.

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Original report by Fenris Hettir'Eso

Invasion Location: Salisbury, NC (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Talon
Mission Objective: Promoting Free Comic Book Day

Invasion Report: Talon Clan decided to divide its resources to cover a wider area on May the Fourth. Two of Talon Clan's newest members appeared at the event, securing the location and posing for pictures alongside Spiderman, Ironman, and a Ghostbuster.
The response from the attending public was positive, and the new recruits represented their clan well.

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Original report by Fenris Hettir'Eso

Invasion Location: " Free Comic Book Day at Krypton Comics " – Omaha, Ne (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Ne'tra Vhipir clan
Mission Objective: In the support of Literacy, and celebration of Free Comic Book Day.

Invasion Report: The Ne'tra Vhipir clan celebrated “Free Comic Book Day” by joining many other cos-players in support of literacy. Joren Kal suffered damage to his kit late in the invasion, and had to re-adjusted pieces, but was still able to pull off a 5 hour invasion. Way to go, guys.

Many up and coming Nebraska Mandalorain Mercs came out to say “Hi”, and discus their progress. Braxiss Trass mentioned that it was nice to associate faces with some of the Ne forum members.

Some of the Noteworthy cos-play characters were: War Machine (Ironman 2), Spiderman, Comfee Loki, Thor, Demon (Legend), Doctor Who (at least 2), Elizabeth (Bio shock Infinite), Heat wave (Transformers). Joker (Long Halloween), Lady Dead pool, Laira (Green Lantern), Link (Zelda), Luigi, Mini Doctor Who, Princess Peach, The Question, Super girl, Superman (at least 3), Umbrella Agent and many others.

Some of the other organizations on site were: The 501st, Rebel Legion, and Galactic Academy.
Notable celebrity at the invasion was Brandon Routh (star of Superman Returns), he was on site to take pictures and sign autographs.

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Original report by Jeremy Hike

Invasion Location: "Halfway to Halloween III" - Bangor, ME (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Wampa Clan
Mission Objective: To support local costuming and promote the Mercs.

Invasion Report:Wampa Clan members Arch and Chro took part in the third annual Halfway to Halloween celebration held by Bangor area businesses. Halfway to Halloween promotes the idea that costumes can be worn for occasions other than Halloween, an idea that Wampa Clan supports wholeheartedly. Chro and Arch invaded a local pub and took part in one of many costume contests and enjoyed live music provided by costumed performers.

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Original report by Chro

Invasion Location: "Kid Central Festival 2013" - Bangor, Maine (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Wampa Clan
Mission Objective: To entertain area children and their families in downtown Bangor and increase the Mercs presence in the area.

Invasion Report: Wampa Clan members Arch and Chro attended the annual Kid Central Festival on May the Fourth in downtown Bangor. Kid Central Festival is an annual event created to simultaneously get kids outside and playing, but to encourage reading at a young age and to promote the downtown Bangor area as a civic center and site for events. Activities included face painting, tie-dying, storytelling, art projects, and more. Arch and Chro rendezvoused with a local R2 unit, much to the surprise of the assembled kids. The children were also treated to Star Wars Day themed activities, and the Mercs also distributed trading cards.

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Original report by Chro

Invasion Location: Acme Superstore, Longwood, FL – Free Comic Book Day 2013
Date:  May 4, 2013
Clan involved:  Buurenaar Verda
Mission Objective:  To help Acme Superstore celebrate FCBD and May the Fourth

Invasion Report: At the request of Acme Superstore, the Buurenaar Verda Clan were on hand to enhance their Star Wars Day/FCBD events.  In addition to free comic books, Acme had a Star Wars art show, trivia contests, face painting, a huge sale and many other fun events to celebrate the day.  Members patrolled the store, posing for photos and entertaining the customers along with members of The Dark Empire/Spire of the Storm, the 501st Legion/Makaze Squad, The Guardians of Gallifrey and several superheroes.

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Original Report by Lem'Zig Dee

Invasion Location: Coliseum of Comics, Orlando, FL – Free Comic Book Day 2013
Date:  May 4th, 2013
Clan involved:  Buurenaar Verda
Mission Objective:  To help Coliseum of Comics celebrate FCBD and May the Fourth

Invasion Report: Members of the Buurenaar Verda Clan were requested by the Fashion Square Mall location of CoC to enhance the shoppers’ FCBD experience. They posed for countless photos, played with the kids and even entertained the mall cops during their appearance. The crowd was so large that nearby food court vendors offered free ice cream and food samples to everyone! The Mercs were accompanied by members of The Dark Empire/Spire of the Storm, 501st Legion/Makaze Squad, Rebel Legion/Ra Kura Base, Central Florida Steampunk Association and various superheroes.

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Photo by Barry Kirsch a.k.a "the Portrist" - used with permission https://www.facebook.com/ThePortrist?fref=ts

Original Report by Lem'Zig Dee

Invasion Location: "42 CJMC 2013" - Monterrey, Nuevo León (MEX)
Date: April 12 - 14, 2013
Clan Involved: BigFang Clan
Mission Objective: Spreading the Mandalorian culture through this event where thousands of people interact.

Invasion Report: In our activity of promoting Mandalorian Mercs in the city, participated in the comics convention held in Cintermex (International Business Center) event that takes place two times a year.

The event was full of youth and children gladly anime, comics and characters from movies including Star Wars, Avatar, The Lord of the Rings, Pokemon, etc.. Just as various retail locations accessories, shirts and so on.

The atmosphere was totally familiar as they could find young and adults of all ages wearing costumes or just visiting each of the booths there presented. The Star Wars Collectors Club Monterrey was with the BigFang Clan booth and fellowship with members.

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Original report by Ultk Var Dar

Invasion Location: "Rome Braves' Star Wars Night" - Rome, GA (USA)
Date: May 3, 2013
Clan Involved: Naast
Mission Objective: To invade Rome's State Mutual Stadium, home of the Braves, and celebrate "Star Wars Night" with baseball and fantasy fans of all ages.

Invasion Report: Members of Naast Clan joined with the 501st and Rebel Legion to celebrate "Star Wars Night" in Rome, Georgia. After the first inning, the Mercs rode onto the field in style and then took dozens of photos with young fans and their families. The special event was in support of the "Braves Miracle Field" charity, and the Mercs couldn't have been more happy to volunteer their time.

As an added bonus, the Braves ended up rallying late in the game to win 11 to 4! Finally, after making one last round through the stands, the Mercs parted ways with the rest of the costumers and went to an impromptu photoshoot at nearby Berry College.

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Original report by Lucas McCoy

Invasion Location : May the 4th/Free Comic Day PP&F Comic store West Palm, Florida (USA)
Date: May 4th, 2013
Clan involved: Buurenaar Verda
Mission Objective: To promote the Mandalorian Mercs costume club and to help shopper celebrate May the 4th and Free comic book day.

Invasion Report:Members of the Buurenaar Verda clan attended the May the 4th/Free comic book day event at Past, Present and Future Comics in West Palm, Florida. Four Mercs were on site taking photos with shoppers, waving at passing traffic, and patrolling the long line of Comic fans anxious to get their free comics. The event had a large turnout and it was a beautiful day to celebrate Star Wars fandom as well as a love for comic books. The Mando Mercs were invited to this troop by the 501st Everglades Squad and this was a joint troop with them. We look forward to more events at the PP&F store and with our friends in the Everglades squad.

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Original Report by Solus Raam

Invasion Location: "Free Comic Book Day" - Laval, Qc (CAN)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Freelancers Guild
Mission Objective: To promote the MMCC and the Freelancers

Invasion Report: The Freelancers' Guild was present at the Free Comic Book Day at Hey le comic! comic shop in Laval, Qc. Canada.  Lots of pictures were taken with kids, families and all sorts of comics enthusiasts...! Everybody had a great time.

Original report by Kelan Ord

Invasion Location: "Free Comic Bood Day/Star Wars Day" Palm Desert, Ca. (USA)
Date: 04 May, 2013
Clan Involved: Skirata Aliit
Mission Objective: To assist with the fun and festivities of celebrating free comic books and the Star Wars universe.

Invasion Report: Mereel Skirata launched a solo assualt, armed with his cip-quad, at Desert Oasis Comics. Malice Skirata made the short hyperspace jumpt to from DRMC to  Desert Oasis comics to assist Mereel in the fun and festivites.

Original report by Hondo Karr

Invasion Location: "Star Wars Family Fun Day" - Burnley, (UK)
Date: May 07, 2013
Clan Involved: Vok'Chi Clan
Mission Objective: To infiltrate the ranks of Star Wars fans, spreading the news of Mandalore and stopping for tea with the natives.

Invasion Report: Members of Vok'chi clan arrived at Burnley on a mission, originally sent there as honour guard for Jeremy Bulloch, the popularity of the event meant the Mercs had to go outside to entertain the crowds waiting to get in.

Once the mission was successfully accomplished, the UK Mercs stopped off for a spot of tea and a sandwich with the wonderful ground staff at Burnley F.C., some pilots and even a few Jedi. Friendship and fun was the final outcome for this invasion and many Bounties were paid!

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Original report by Saz

Invasion Location: "Free Comic Bood Day/Star Wars Day" Hemet, Ca. (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Skirata Aliit
Mission Objective: To assist with the fun and festivities of celebrating free comic books and the Star Wars universe.

Invasion Report: Brothers Krayd and Zodah Kaflar launched an invasion of IE Comics. While there, the mercenaries were found themselves under attack by a famous bounty hunter. The brothers were able to defeat the bounty hunter and allow the days fun to continue.

Original report by Hondo Karr

Invasion Location: "Desert Regional Medical Center NICU Reunion" Palm Springs, CA (USA)
Date: May 05 2013
Clan Involved: Skirata Aliit
Mission Objective: To bring Star Wars joy on Star Wars Day to adults and children who are survivors of the DRMC NICU.

Invasion Report: Members of Skirata Aliit were contracted by the SoCal 501st to assist with an uprising on the grounds of the Desert Regional Medical. A group of survivors were meeting to celebrate their lives. When the Imperials and Mercenaries arrived, they joined the festivities!

Vhe'kadla Galaar of Skirata Aliit is himself a survivor of the DRMC NICU.


Original report by Hondo Karr

Invasion Location: "Legoland Windosr" - Windsor, Berkshire (UK)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Vok'Chi
Mission Objective: Entertain the Families visiting the theme park over the Bank Holiday weekend

Invasion Report: The Vok'Chi were invited alongside the Rebel Legion and UK Garrison to Legoland Windsor. This annual event always attracts massive crowds to the park and this year proved to be a sell out.The park being filled to capacity on the second day!

The Mandalorians trooped their sectors and joined in with Rebels and Imperials to take pictures with families and entertain the crowds. We were able to keep spirits high in the queues by joining in to take on a few rides too.

The daily parade through the park was a great opportunity for the 3,000 people lining the route, to see all their favourite costumed characters. A great event and one the Vok'Chi look forward to attending again next year.

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Report by NATE JANGOTAT

Invasion Location: May the 4th/Free Comic Day The Dark Side Comics in Sarasota, Florida (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan involved: Buurenaar Verda
Mission Objective: To promote the Mandalorian Mercs costume club and to help kids of all ages celebrate May the 4th and Free comic book day.

Invasion Report: Members of the BVC invaded Dark Side Comics in Sarasota, FL May 4th of 2013. Mercs were joined by our friends of the 501st Tampa Sqaud as well as Rebel Legion.  It was a great day to be trooping and the turnout was amazing! Lots of Pictures were taken by customers and many new friends were made. Mercs posed for pictures, patrolled the grounds of the store and even waved  passing traffic to the event.  A big thank you goes to Jor'en Talsiri (Jamie) for setting up the event. Manbrolorian of the Mercs forums and future BVC member also made an appearance in his kit at the comic store being an open event. We look forward to more troops in the future at this venue.

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Original Report by Tha'lia Solo

Invasion Location : May the 4th Star Wars Roller Derby, Palm Bay Community Center, Florida (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Buurenaar Verda
Mission Objective: To promote the Mandalorian Mercs costume club and to entertain the crowd before and during halftime of the match.

Invasion Report: Members of the Buurenaar Verda clan attended the May the 4th Star Wars themed Roller Derby match in Palm Bay, Florida to celebrate Star Wars day at the request of the Roller Derby event coordinator and the Molly Rogers Roller Derby club.  The ladies of the Rebel team defeated the ladies of the Empire team in a very exciting match with participants including: Anakin Skyblocker and Princess Leiayouout leading their respective teams.

Four Mercs patrolled the grounds taking photos with fans, mascots and team members of the Roller derby throughout the evening. During halftime fans got to take pictures with the Mando Mercs in a custom built Han in Carbonite Face place photo setup. The event was great fun for all who were in attendance and the Mercs look forward to more troops with the Molly Rogers Roller Derby teams. This was a joint troop with 501st Makaze squad.

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Original Report by Solus Raam

Invasion Location: "Madness Comics and Games" -Plano, TX (USA)
Date: May 04, 2013
Clan Involved: Clan Murraan
Mission Objective: Provide a fun atmosphere for and interact with the community attending free comic book day.

Invasion Report: Clan Murraan joined the Star Garrison of the 501st in participating in photo ops with local kids, establishing a fun, Star Wars themed atmosphere, and encouraging charitable donations to the Star Garrison's chosen charity. The crowd was very receptive and enthusiastic about our presence and store owners were very appreciative of our participation in the festivities.


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Original report by Varlo Odra'Tyr

Invasion Location: "Générations Star Wars" - Cusset, France
Date: April 27-28, 2013
Clan Involved: Orar Galaar Clan
Mission Objective: Doing a final test-run of the clan before CEII: showing our new banner, trooping with the 501st French Garrison, and recruiting new Mercs.

Invasion Report: It was a good troop in Cusset, an event that every Star Wars fan should attend. We had a wonderful audience and took lots of pictures with them. The Orar Galaar Clan had their own table, displaying Mando items, pieces of armor, pictures of the Mercs, weapons, Mandalore the Ultimate's Mask and a 1:1 Salacious Crumb (an Ambassador of Jabba, one of our bosses).

The clan brought 6 Mercs in armor (3 officials) and 2 in Clan t-shirts. Two professional photographers held a photo-shoot with the clan, which gave them good  publicity pictures. The Orar Galaar showed its new banner, practiced for parades, and trooped with the 501st French Garrison, in a true brotherhood. There was a nice opportunity to meet Star Wars actors Dave Prowse (Darth Vader), Alan Harris (Bossk) and Chris Parsons (4-LOM). The recruitement for the Mercs was good, and 4 new members are expected.

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Original report by A'DEN SHASH

Invasion Location: ROTJ Screening - Hollywood, CA (USA)
Date: May 03, 2013
Clan Involved: Manda'galaar Clan
Mission Objective: At the invitation of Lucasfilms, Manda'galaar clan joined forces with the 501st, Rebel Legion, and R2 Builders Club to attend a special "May The Fourth Be With You" screening of "Return of the Jedi"

Invasion Report: Manda'galaar clan of the Mandalorian Mercs joined other Star Wars costuming organizations to attend a special "May The Fourth Be With You" screening of "Return of the Jedi".  Aside from the costuming groups, several local children's organizations were also invited to attend the event.  There was a general carnival feeling to the day with free comic books and free face painting for the children.  Sponsors such as Hasbro and Gentle Giant were kind enough to provide life sized props for all attendees to pose with for photos.

Afterwards, all attendees were invited to enter the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood to see a special screening of a video by Kyle Newman commemorating the 30th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi" followed by the theatrical release of "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi".

Also in attendance were many of the "Star Wars: Clone Wars" voice actors, including Tom Kane, Dee Baker, Anna Graves, Stephen Stanton, Catherine Taber, Terence Carson and Sam Witwer.

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Original report by Kaden'Dha Runi

Invasion Location: "Cub Scouts Rocket Derby" - Bloomington, IL (USA)
Date: April 26, 2013
Clan Involved: Nexu Clan
Mission Objective: To judge the Cub Scouts Star Wars themed rocket derby and maintain an Imperial and Mercenary presence throughout the event.

Invasion Report: Members of Nexu Clan, alongside members of the Midwest Garrison of the 501st Legion, invaded a local Cub Scouts Troop event where they were hosting a Star Wars themed Rocket Derby. The Scouts, with the help of their parents, crafted Star Wars themed propeller rockets and raced them against each other along zip lines in a local elementary school. The Imperials and Mandos judged the craftsmanship of the rockets giving awards out to the scouts for Best Star Wars Theme, Best Non-Star Wars Theme, and Best In Show for their rockets.

As the Mandalorians and Imperials walked into the gymnasium they were met with stares of awe and wonder and the 1st - 5th grade Cub Scouts swarmed the costumers for photo's and high fives. Throughout the evening, the Mandos and Imperials played with the kids, took photos, and participated in recreated scenes from the Star Wars movies with the Scouts. At the end of the night, the Scout who won the Rocket Derby raced his rocket against Juno Eclipse of the 501st Legion's Midwest Garrison and her custom built rocket, made in the shape of Starkiller's spacecraft. The Scout won, and was proclaimed the best fighter pilot in the galaxy.

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Original report by Mav Nexu

Invasion Location: "Vancouver Fan Expo" - Vancouver, B.C. (CAN)
Date: April 21,22, 2013
Clan Involved: Hett'ciri Clan
Mission Objective: Invading Badlands Garrison's charity photobooth benefiting Variety Children's Charity.

Invasion Report: Hett'ciri Clan members Sidewalker and Ruusaar Cin reunited with ParadoxDJ at Canada Place for Vancouver Fan Expo.  The Mercs joined members of Badlands Garrison in raising money for Variety Children's Charity via a Star Wars photobooth.  Much time was spent on recon patrols of the convention halls, as well as undercover in N7 and BSG disguise.

In only it's second year, the Vancouver Fan Expo has grown considerably since its inception in 2012.  2014 is scheduled to be 3 days long, and Hett'ciri Clan is already planning for the invasion.

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Original report by Sidewalker

Invasion Location: "Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo" - Calgary, AB (CAN)
Date: April 27-29, 2013
Clans Involved: Hett'ciri, Vhetin'ade, Freelancers, Rancor, Sandhawks
Mission Objective: Invading Badlands Garrison's charity photobooth benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Invasion Report: Just a week after Vancouver Fan Expo, Hett'ciri Clan once again invaded Badlands Garrison's charitable efforts, this time in Calgary.  In its eighth year, the Calgary Expo was a forum of fandom, an acropolis of cosplay, a gladiatorial arena of gaming! Badlands Garrison, Outrider Base, and Hett'ciri Clan worked together to raise money in their photobooth for Make-A-Wish Foundation.

On Friday, Jamie Snell marched as the lone Mandalorian among the 501st Legion in Calgary Expo's Parade of Wonders!  The Mercs continued on trooping that evening in the Make-A-Wish photobooth, and throughout the weekend.  The costumes that were worn varied a lot throughout the three days the expo ran, but the Mercs trooped on strong.

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Original report by Sidewalker