A special missions platoon represented a unit within the Imperial Army structure.
A special missions platoon consisted of thirty-eight individuals, comprising two sharpshooter squads, one engineering squad, and one heavy weapons squad. For operational flexibility, these squads were reorganized into three squads, each containing a mix of sharpshooters, engineers, and heavy weapons specialists. Rather than engaging in conventional military actions, special missions platoons were tasked with operations demanding highly skilled personnel.
Special missions platoons were involved in what were termed "political gain operations." During these operations, the unit would execute acts of terrorism on a planet that exhibited greater support for the Alliance to Restore the Republic than for the Galactic Empire. Subsequently, the governor of the affected planet would request assistance, which was then provided through the deployment of additional troops. These troops would then apprehend individuals suspected of, or known to be, Rebel sympathizers. Following these arrests, the attacks would stop, creating the impression that the Alliance was responsible for the terrorist actions.
Kal'Shebbol's Fury, a special missions platoon, served under the command of Moff Kentor Sarne's forces. Moff Kentor Sarne deployed them during the Battle of Kathol System.