Jade Squadron

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Diamond Squadron

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Garnet Squadron

Garnet Squadron is the most unorthodox and unique of the four primary Squadrons. Just ask anyone, and they’ll say that the Garnetians are weird in how they operate. Which is understandable, because from the outside looking in, Garnet Squad seems disorganized, rowdy, and uncontrolled; which is far from the truth.

The major focus of Garnet Squad is the development of leaders, and that is done first and foremost from the small scale and worked up. Garnet is a Squadron that is broken up into little smaller segments by the Prefect called “Shards”. Each Shard consists of four students, one of which is a Shard Captain. Each Shard is meticulously organized and created to be a flexible and pliable unit in of themselves. The way Garnet likes to work is to have each individual Shard be given a mission, and it’s up to each Shard to complete that mission, independent of the others. So Each small group plays a small piece in a larger whole, orchestrated by the Prefect. However, Garnet enjoys giving its Shard Captains free reign in their ability to complete the tasks at hand, cutting out the need for excessive oversight and constant follow-ups. Shard Captains are chosen because they have shown the ability to lead, and the consistency to make smart choices.

The true benefit to this “disorganized” form of leadership shines when all the Shards work not only independently, but in cohesion towards the same goal. Because each Shard is intelligent and capable enough to act independently, competing against Garnet can be a maddening experience for many young Squadrons, as each movement by the small Shards is hard to predict and seemingly moves with no real purpose until the final brick has been laid in the foundation of the Garnetian plan. For while each Shard is independent, Garnet Prefects drill their Shards intensely on working together and backing each other up, even if no orders have been given.

Overall, Garnetians prize quick thinking, sound judgement, and teamwork above all else. Their use of independent Shard groups to meet objectives results in many of the Garnet students having the ability to lead small teams in many different scenarios, and work well and cohesively together, even if they cannot communicate to their Prefect.

Obsidian Squadron

Obsidian Squadron is sometimes viewed as the most controversial squadron at Blackstone Hills Preparatory School. Their Prefects are usually the ones that earn the most detentions at the end of the year, and fights break out within their ranks everyday. They often get the worst grades, and cause the school the most property damage on their patrols. But theres more to Obsidian than just the trouble they cause.

Obsidian Squad prides itself on being one of the original squadrons created at Blackstone. They're status displays symbolic perseverance, one of the many qualities each of it's members exhibits. Obsidian Squad members are highly encouraged to never give up, even at the sacrifice of one's personal well being. Whats good for the squad is good for you.

Theres not a single person on Obsidian that doesn't love to patrol. Whether they're driven by fame, fortune, or just the sheer pleasure of bashing someones head in and getting patted on the back for it, Obsidian Squad's members are often pretty adept at fighting crime.

The ends justify the means when you're an Obsidian. You do something if you have to, no matter what, even if it means sacrificing a little piece of yourself to get the best overall result.

But no quality is stronger appreciated in an Obsidian then their loyalty. Every Obsidian has each others back. There have been no mutinies against Prefects, no challenging bids on green students, and there has not been a single fight thats resulted in a loss of friendship between members. Obsidian is a family, and most believe thats the only reason they are one of the primary squads to date.

Topaz Squadron

There is little question that the legacy of Topaz Squadron is its exacting perfection. Its prefects are frequently valedictorians of their class and every single one has gotten into their first choice university after graduation. Their grade point averages are typically the highest of all of the squadrons, they almost always win points for best kept house and in the entire time of its history the whole of Topaz has had less than 5 infractions for uniform appearance. Perfection brooks no weakness and despite the quietly sedate attitude of their group Topaz traditionally has very little desire to suffer fools in their ranks. All the hard work and sweat happens behind closed doors so that when the spotlight shines on them, everything they achieve seems practically effortless.

All of that strife typically pays off. If a Topaz isn't prepared for everything they will be if you give them thirty seconds, and the upperclassmen are fond of repeating the adage 'Adapt or Die' to younger students who seem as if they're on the edge of giving up. From there it's a matter of time of noticing the little things; "Don't let me catch you's" and "While I'm here's" that have more meaning. And at that moment a true Topaz is made.

While certainly rewarding logic, deep consideration and intelligence there is no trait more valued in Topaz than cleverness. They boast that no strategy has ever worked against Topaz twice and this is more than just an idle comment: the ability of the squadron to assemilate new information, analyze it and adapt due to their constant preparation for any upcoming situation is second to none. A Topaz with a minute to plan is good. A Topaz with a week to plan is amazing. A Topaz with a month to plan is nigh unstoppable. If it hasn't been disallowed, then, it's a tool to be used. Adapt or die. Be. Perfect.