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).
Engaging in land and sea attacks were a vital component of the timawa's responsibilities. These assaults are typically regular annual campaigns undertaken by the community and their allies (bila) against adversaries (away). The objective of the raids was to acquire prestige through combat, acquiring spoils (dahas or dampas), and capturing captives (taban) or hostages (sometimes brides).