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==Organization==
The Raptors follow their progenitors, the Raven Guard, in adhering to the broad organisational patterns and provisions laid down in the standard [[Codex Astartes]], but as a [[Chapter]], the Raptors see the Codex as a highly effective and proven set of strategic and operational guidelines rather than inviolable dogma to be obeyed without question. As a result, they maintain a high degree of flexibility in their deployments and structures.{{Fn|6x6b}}{{CMEFn|6c}} Each of the companies operates on a largely independent basis, fighting across the breadth of Imperium. It is only in dire situations that multiple companies will fight together.{{Fn|8c}}
Just like their parent Chapter, the Raptors make extensive use of their 10th Company and disperse their [[Vanguard Space Marine|Vanguard marines]] and [[Scouts]] amongst their task forces. It is not uncommon for entire Raptors task forces to be composed of [[Infiltrator Squad|Infiltrator]], [[Inceptor]], and [[Reiver]] squads.{{Fn|14}}
===Combat Doctrine===
Although ranged hit-and-run tactics seem to be preferred over close quarters fighting, the encouragement of independent thought within all levels of the Chapter means that it is not uncommon for combat methods to differ widely either when operating in isolation or in concert with each other (the former being more common). This independent spirit allows for the most appropriate application of resources and/or tactics for a given mission ranging from the use of warzone specific camouflage to ad hoc unit composition and even working with local forces to ensure success.{{Fn|6x6b}}{{CMEFn|6c}}
Thanks to the Chapter's emphasis on independent thought, Captains and Lieutenants in particular are expected to be able to operate autonomously for extended periods of times, often with scant resources. This has led the Chapter to frequently utilize unorthodox and guerrilla tactics as well as working closely with local forces which they sometimes will take direct command over. The Raptors are known to oversee the creation of ad-hoc mixed units and the use of hand-picked kill teams of brothers equipped for various battlefield roles has become a signature of the Chapter in recent centuries.{{Fn|14}}
