Contubernium Tutelae Rapidae

The Contubernium Tutelae Rapidae (CTR), (translated in English as "Rapid Protection Squad") is a special police unit of the Custodia Fisci. It is tasked with counter-terrorism operations and the protection of VIPs and places of interest in the country.

History

The modern CTR traces its roots back to the special response teams present in the Empire of Exponent, which were formed as a response to the uptick in kidnappings and terroristic activity in Hesperidesia during the Hesperidesian Revolutions.

The modern CTR was formed in 1997, immediately after the formation of the Blackhelm Confederacy.

Mission

The unit specializes in counter-terrorism activity, supervising airports, ports, and other sensitive targets. It also combats illicit trafficking, focusing on organized crime, drug and weapons smuggling, and illegal immigration. The CTR also supports the operations of local and regional governments, deploying teams of marksmen during drug-seizure operations or tactical units for high-risk tasks, and can act as riot units in a serious threat to the public order. The CTR is the escort service for the Minister of Finance. The unit is trained in the liberation of hostages, and has operated in missions abroad.