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A '''Tactical Squad''' is the most versatile and tactically flexible force in the [[Space Marine]] army{{Fn|1a}}, making up the majority of the four [[Battle Company|Battle Companies]] and the entirety of two of the four [[Reserve Company|Reserve Companies]] in a typical [[Codex Chapter]] {{Fn|1b}}. This makes them the most common type of unit in the Space Marine forces.{{Fn|1a}}
Prior to service in a Tactical Squad, Space Marines must prove themselves capable in all aspects of warfare by completing several campaigns in [[Assault Squad|Assault]] and [[Devastator Squad|Devastator Squads]], a process that can last years or decades.{{Fn|1a}} Not all Space Marines are able to make the transition, either possessing a particular talent or obsession within one area, or simply lacking the mental flexibility required to embrace the Tactical Squad's fluid nature.{{Fn|1a}}
The basic squad is made up of four [[Space Marine]]s and one [[Space Marine Sergeant]]; up to five additional Marines may be added{{Fn|1c}}.
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==See AlsoRelated Articles==
*[[Intercessor Squad]]
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[[fr:Escouade Tactique]]