Ced had the distinction of wearing no armor.  He didn't need it, and it slowed him down.  "Well, the Mandalorians certainly are resourceful.  Let's hope we're not forced into a retreat."  Ced offered a confident smile to the pilot, who likely thought him a fool.  Non Force-users often underestimated its value, and he did his best not to think less of them for it.  He held his lightsaber in the air and slowly released it, using the Force to hover it in front of him as he responded.<br/><br/>"This is purple leader, and we are doing just lovely.  See ya on the ground."  He brought his lightsaber back into his hand and walked over to his squads.  "All right, I want you three to stay back at the ship with the droids.  If something goes horribly wrong I'll let you know and you can storm in.  You guys will move up and reservedly engage while I scout ahead."<br/><br/>He donned his visor for mechanical interface, stealth field generator and camoflage poncho.  "If anything sees me they deserve the first strike."