Staff Sergeant Anthony "Tony" Blackburn was a Tyran Gear serving in the Coalition of Ordered Governments Army who fought in both the Pendulum Wars and the Locust War. A professional soldier, he was known for his skill on the battlefield and ruthless efficiency that allowed him to survive many battles in his lifetime. Having joined the military as a teenager he participated in many engagements against the UIR and was a Sergeant by the war's end. After Emergence Day, Blackburn led Bravo-Two against the Locust Horde and fought in several battles against this new foe. He was killed in 4 A.E during the Battle of Romeca, earning the Sovereigns Medal posthumously.