Alpha-44, Dak, was originally an Alpha ARC trooper, cloned in 32 BBY from Jango Fett's DNA. He was trained by the mandalorian bounty hunter himself and taught how to fight as an individual due to his physical prowess. ARC troopers had special training that allowed them to act without thinking. Many ARCs have claimed it is similar to the Jedi's use of the force. Dak was one of the troopers who showed the most preference for fighting with squadmates, which resulted in a steady line of promotions for the ARC trooper.