Talon Squadron, an Imperial Navy unit, was a high-caliber squadron specializing in heavy assault and starfighter support. This squadron was comprised of Assault Gunboats along with TIE Avengers, and it was based on the Imperial-class Star Destroyer known as the Rage.
Initially, Talon Squadron was formed by merging two distinct squadrons: Beta Squadron and Gamma Squadron. These original squadrons were equipped with TIE/LN starfighters and TIE/sa bombers. The transformation occurred during the Airam Sector campaign. Task Force Vengeance's Imperial-class Star Destroyer, the Rage, received a new complement of advanced TIE Avenger and Assault Gunboat starfighters, which replaced the existing TIE/LN fighters, TIE/IN interceptors, and TIE/sa bombers. Avenger Squadron was given the TIE Avengers for space dominance, while Beta and Gamma squadrons were reorganized into Talon Squadron, focusing almost entirely on piloting Assault Gunboats. Talon Squadron frequently operated in conjunction with Avenger Squadron, playing a critical supportive role within Task Force Vengeance during these joint operations. Near the conclusion of the campaign, specifically during the Battle of Nocto, the squadron underwent another equipment change, being re-equipped with TIE Avengers.
Under the command of Admiral Senn, as part of Task Force Vengeance's operations, Talon Squadron's primary responsibilities involved executing heavy strike missions against enemy capital ships. They specialized in using ion cannons to disable targeted vessels and providing crucial support to Avenger Squadron in combat situations.