Participating in land and sea raids were an essential part of the duties of the timawa. These raids are usually regular annual expeditions undertaken by the community and their allies (bila) against enemies (away). The purpose of the raids were to gain prestige through combat, taking plunder (dahas or dampas), and capturing (taban) slaves or hostages (sometimes brides).
Conducting military forays on land and sea were a fundamental part of the timawa's duties. These incursions are usually periodic annual operations carried out by the community and their associates (bila) against foes (away). The purpose of these campaigns was to gain honor through combat, securing booty (dahas or dampas), and taking prisoners (taban) or hostages (sometimes brides).