Using technology derived from the dreaded Nachtjäger programme, the scientists at Dresden’s Rift-tech labs have stabilised a quicker, less dramatic DNA enhancement process capable of effective results. Closely tied to the Nachtjägers, these ‘night-demon’ infantry are enhanced with some but not all of the Nachtjäger’s gifts, creating very effective infantry with fewer of the bestial drawbacks and training costs associated with their larger cousins. Capable of using weaponry and trained to fully exploit their enhanced senses and capabilities, the Nachtalben squads are used as elite reconnaissance troops attached to SS and other specialist units.