Field Marshal (FM):
•The Field Marshal is the Command in Chief of their respective faction, having final say in all faction wide decisions. •They must be active with their factions leadership (Weekly Meetings highly suggested) and participate within the WC on community issues.
•On Battle Nights, they are responsible for organizing their faction in conjunction with the opposing High Command. They may participate in battles once per calendar month (The next highest rank will assume setup/organization role).
• At the start of a war, the Faction will vote on candidates for Field Marshal, who must be nominated by the High Command (Nominees must serve at least one year, have proven activity, posses strong leadership qualities, and have served for a sustained period in a High Command).
• In the interest of the community, the Field Marshal may be removed by the Forerunners and replaced with a new leader of their selection.



The High Command is a collection of leaders within a faction that advise the Field Marshal and oversee functional operations of the faction during wartime. Their opinions on community issue are brought to the WC through the Field Marshall. Each rank may be given a variety of tasks by the faction's Field Marshall.

General (GEN):
• Second in Command of a faction, they have essentially the same power and responsibilities as the Field Marshal in their abilities, answering to the Field Marshal. In the Field Marshal's absence, the General has full control of the faction.
• They must be active in the leadership of the faction, providing input on faction-wide issues. Any major decisions being made must be made apparent to the Field Marshal for final approval.
• Assists the Field Marshal in any way deemed necessary during battles, covering for the Field Marshal should he be absent or playing. If not needed, the General may participate in battles at their leisure.
• Must be assigned Generalship by the Field Marshal


Lieutenant General (LTG):
• Third in Command of a faction, they have essentially the same power and responsibilities as the General in their abilities, answering to the General. In the absence of their superior officers, they have full control of the faction.
• Advises General and Field Marshal on faction-wide issues. Primarily, the Lt. General is responsible for overseeing the faction's Colonels in their designated positions, reporting to his superior officers on their status. As well as a specific duty appointed by the Field Marshal
• Assists fellow High Command during battles in any way needed, covering for the General and Field Marshal when absent. If not needed, the Lt. General may participate in battles at their leisure.
• Must be assigned to this position by the Field Marshal.

Major General(MJG):
• Fourth in Command of a faction, they have essentially the same power and responsibilities as the General in their abilities, answering to the Lt General. In the absence of their superior officers, they have full control of the faction.
• Advises General and Field Marshal on faction-wide issues. Primarily, the Maj. General is responsible for overseeing the faction's Colonels in their designated positions, reporting to his superior officers on their status. As well as a specific duty appointed by the Field Marshal
• Assists fellow High Command during battles in any way needed, covering for the General and Field Marshal when absent. If not needed, the Lt. General may participate in battles at their leisure.
• Must be assigned to this position by the Field Marshal.

Brigadier General (BRIG):
• Fifth in Command of a faction, they have essentially the same power and responsibilities as the General in their abilities, answering to the Maj. General. In the absence of their superior officers, they have full control of the faction.
• Advises General and Field Marshal on faction-wide issues. Primarily, the BRI. General is responsible for overseeing the faction's Colonels in their designated positions, reporting to his superior officers on their status. As well as a specific duty appointed by the Field Marshal
• Assists fellow High Command during battles in any way needed, covering for the General and Field Marshal when absent. If not needed, the Lt. General may participate in battles at their leisure.
• Must be assigned to this position by the Field Marshal.


Flag Officers are the primary command structure below the High Command, directly running major programs and initiatives within a faction. Furthermore, they advise High Command on issues within the faction. As a general rule, all Flag Officers should check with their Superior Officer before administering promotions.

Colonel (COL) and Lt Colonel (LtCOL):
• The Colonel is a leadership position over a "area" of a faction. They include but are not limited to...
- Faction Battalions: Commands and oversees a Battalion in its entirety, including practice & training.
- Faction Training Programs: Runs and designs faction training programs.
- Faction Recruitment/Bootcamps: Oversees and directs recruitment drives and Bootcamps.
- Faction Medals/Awards: Oversees and runs faction medals/awards systems.
*Note: Non-battalion Colonel's may fight on Battle Nights where needed as "fillers."
• Must be active in their area of responsibilities and report to the LTG regarding their area of assignment.
• Leads their Battalion (If applicable) during battle, assisting High Command in organizing teams. May participate in battles if not needed by High Command. If not leading a Battalion, a Colonel may assist High Command or Battalion Leaders as needed and participate in battle.
• Must be asigned to this position by the Field Marshal.


Major (MAJ)
• A Major is an XO of a Battalion responsible for assisting a Colonel in overseeing and running said Battalion. May also be an "XO" of a Colonel under a faction program to assist in running and executing said program. In the absence of their Colonel, the Major becomes responsible for their "area" of operation.
• Assists his Colonel in running their area of assignment. If an XO of a battalion, the Major is responsible for all Battalion-wide scrimmages and practices, reporting back to the Colonel on the results.
• Assists his Colonel organizing their Battalion on Battle Nights. If they are not needed, the Major may participate in battle. If an "XO" of a Colonel who is not leading a Battalion, a Major then becomes a "filler".
• May be assigned this position by the Colonel with the approval of High Command.

Officers

Officers are the direct command link between High Command / Flag Officers and the Enlisted ranks. They run combat units for Battle Nights and are the primary Drill Instructors who run bootcamps. As a General rule, all Officers should check with their superior Officers before giving out a promotion.

Captain (CPT):
• A Captain is the CO of a Platoon within a Battalion. They are responsible for the training and practice of their men, and work directly with the Colonel in charge of Faction Training to ensure Platoon effectiveness.
• Leads his unit actively, organizing practices and scrimmages with his XO. Ensures active Platoon membership during the week and on the forums.
• Organizes his Platoon for the Major/Colonel on Battle Nights. Sets even skilled teams and participates in battle. May be used by High Command in extreme cases to help organize in the absence of multiple superior officers.
• May be assigned this position by the Colonel of a Battalion, or the Major with approval from said Colonel.


1st Lieutenant (Higher) / 2nd Lieutenant (Lower) (1LT / 2LT):
• Is the XO of a Platoon under a Captain. Responsible for assisting their Captain in running their Platoon and ensuring maximum member activity both during the week in practice and training as well as on the forums.
• Helps his Captain lead his unit activity, running any practices or scrimmages in the Captain's absence. Maintains a strong bond with his Enlisted soldiers to ensure enjoyment during battles.
• Assists the Captain in organizing the Platoon, and does this task should the Captain be absent. Participates in battle unless in extreme circumstances where they may be used by Superior Officers for other tasks.
• May be assigned this position by a superior officer. (1st VS 2nd Generally experience based.)


Chief Warrant Officer (Higher) / Warrant Officer (Lower) (CWO / WO):
• Acts as a "helper" of 1st and 2nd Lieutenants. A "training" rank for future Platoon leadership. Has limited authority over Enlisted ranks and often "lead" units during battles.
• CWO: 6 Months service & 25 Battles fought
• WO: 6 Months service & 20 Battles fought
*Note: High activity / recruitment are primary routes to these ranks*

Enlisted

The Enlisted ranks are the backbone of a factions fighting force. Their primary role includes being active on the forums, participating in Battalion/Platoon practices/training, and showing up ready for battles on Battle Night. These ranks are the stepping stones for future leaders of the faction and the community. They are composed of three levels...

- High Enlisted: Role models and upcoming leaders; Officer potential
- Middle Enlisted: Experienced fighters; positive contributing members of the faction and community
- Low Enlisted: Newer members; fresh to both the faction and community

High Enlisted

Sergeant Major of the Army (SMA):
• There may only be one SMA in a faction at a time. He is the primary role model for the Enlisted ranks below him.
• The SMA is responsible for keeping up faction morale, assisting in all faction wide events if needed. He reports directly to the FM regarding enlistment concerns and may, if requested, attend High Command / Officer meetings.
• Must be appointed this position by the Field Marshal


Sergeant Major (SGM):
• Acts at as "Squad" or "Fireteam" leader within a Platoon and reports to his CO regarding the status of enlisted members within the Platoon.
• Must be active and attend faction and community events regularly. Assists Platoon leadership when needed.
• On battle nights, SGM's must be ready with their units for battles, helping Platoon leaders organize squad sized units.
• May be assigned this rank by an Officer or higher.


Master Sergeant (MSG):
• Acts at as "Squad" or "Fireteam" leader within a Platoon and reports to his CO regarding the status of enlisted members within the Platoon.
• Must be active and attend faction and community events regularly. Assists Platoon leadership when needed.
• On battle nights, MSG's must be ready with their units for battles, helping Platoon leaders organize squad sized units.
• May be assigned this rank by an Officer or higher.


Gunnery Sergeant (GSG):
• Acts at as "Squad" or "Fireteam" leader within a Platoon and reports to his CO regarding the status of enlisted members within the Platoon.
• Must be active and attend faction and community events regularly. Assists Platoon leadership when needed.
• On battle nights, GSG's must be ready with their units for battles, helping Platoon leaders organize squad sized units.
• May be assigned this rank by an Officer or higher.



Staff Sergeant (SSG):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, SSG's must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.


Sergeant (SGT):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, SGT's must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.


Corporal (CPL):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, CPL's must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.

Low Enlisted

Lance Corporal (LCP):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.


Specialist (SPC):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.


Private First Class (PFC):
• Has superficial authority over subordinate ranks.
• Must actively participate in battles and events.
• On battle nights, must be ready with their men to be put into battle by their superior officers.

Entrance Ranks

Entrance ranks are the first steps into a factions armed forces. These ranks are the first that a new member will go through as they start their journey into a faction of the community.


Private (PVT):
• The starting rank for all members after they officially complete bootcamp.
• Has no real authority and needs only to concern themselves with being an active member attending events and battles.


Recruit (RCT)
• The starting rank of a member new to a faction and awaiting an official bootcamp.
• Is the "maggot" of a faction and has zero authority.

Unit Structure

Each faction consist of the following unit structure...
-Battalion (75 Members Max.)
-- Platoon (25 Members Max.)

When a Battalion reaches it's maximum, a "Pending Platoon" will be created. This Platoon will be coupled with one of the three existing Platoons and a new Battalion will be created containing the "Pending Platoon" and an existing Platoon. Below is a basic layout of a normal, "full" Battalion that is awaiting the first member of the "Pending Platoon." Note: The ranks filled in are at the Optimal ranks for their position. Please ensure to acquaint yourself with the rank descriptions and responsibilities above.


-1st Battalion
CO: Colonel
XO: Major

--1st Platoon
CO: Captain
XO: 1st Lt. / 2nd Lt.

--2nd Platoon
CO: Captain
XO: 1st Lt. / 2nd Lt.

--3rd Platoon
CO: Captain
XO: 1st Lt. / 2nd Lt.