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SSGT - Staff Sergeant |
This rank refers to any soldier that can hold his
on the battlefield; considered to be a slightly "above-average" soldier. |
Staff Sergeants shall be the pillars of moral and
support for lower ranks. Support for keeping the troops in high spirits
will come from working with Sergeants. Conduct basic training for new
recruits. |
Achieving this rank is done by regular clan
participation, but also a strong motivation factor for the lower ranks
to respect and fall in line with. |
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GSGT - Gunnery Sergeant |
Soldiers of this rank are ones that show strong
discipline and talent in general infantry roles on the battlefield. |
While not considered a master of each weapon, a
GSGT should be able to at least point out the basics of each weapon to
the lower ranks. |
Achieving this rank is done by regular clan
participation, and showing expertise in the field of artillery (all
forms). Showing ability and desire to both assist w/ scrim/match strats
and lead a small squad (chalk) on a specialized mission (this position
is promoted to either 1SGT or MSGT depending on where strongest skills
are). |
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MSGT - Master Sergeant |
Field leader.
Master Sergeants provide technical leadership as occupational
specialists of both land and sea weaponry.
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Regular attendance, as well as the ability to guide
the clan and keep lower ranks organized when assisting an officer. Lead
squads through the most difficult situations. Meet w/ 1SGT's & SGTMJ's
to fully understand scrim/match strats. |
Achieving this rank is done by regular clan
participation, and showing expertise with all-around forms of land and
sea based weaponry. Fight closely w/ the men it is leading and excel in
the art of infantry (this position trains to advance to MGS). |
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1SGT - First Sergeant |
Personnel/strategy Leader.
The First Sergeant rank are command-oriented, with Marines of this rank
serving as the senior enlisted Marines in a unit.
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Charged to assist the commanding officer in matter
of discipline, administration and the morale and welfare of the unit, as
well as help resolve disputes with clan members. Ability to lead squads
when no MSGT is available. Assist SGTMJ w/ strats and tactics
development and basic training program development. |
To obtain this rank, a soldier must show very
strong leadership abilities, and be able to assist a commanding officer
with any task assigned. Excellent communication with MSGT and/or MGSGT
on game strats (this position trains to advance to SGTMJ). |
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MGSGT - Master Gunnery Sergeant |
Senior Field Leader.
Master Gunnery Sergeants provide technical leadership as occupational
specialists in all forms of weaponry: land, sea, and air. Considered
equal rank with SGTMJ (the left hand). |
Soldiers of this rank are expected to be very
active members in the clan, in particular, lead squads to dominate the
opposition. Excel at squad leadership. Be lethal w/ any weapon acquired.
MGSGTs are expected to command the field as the match warrants. |
Must be one of the "best of the best" in the field,
and demonstrate the ability to lead lower ranks through a battle.
Knowledge and expertise of all weaponry is a must. Can be promoted to
officer from this rank. |
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SGTMJ - Sergeant Major |
Senior Personnel/strategy Leader.
Sergeant Majors are considered to be experts of all forms of weaponry;
considered equal rank with MGSGT (the right-hand). |
Oversee basic training program. Develop battle
tactics and strats and call meetings w/ other MGSGT's and 1SGT's to
discuss. Brief MSGT and GSGT on game strats. |
Last rank before an officer - must be able to lead
others of lower rank without (much) help from a commanding officer. |
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SGTMJC -
Sergeant Major of the Clan |
This rank
acts as a liaison between the members and the officers. Members
obtaining this rank have shown a true dedication to the clan and its
members. |
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WO-1 - Warrant Officer 1 |
Artillery Systems Specialist |
A WO1 is expected to be able to handle all types of
artillery engagement on the battlefield. This includes, but is not
limited to, defgun placements, mobile artillery vehicles, and naval
artillery installments. A WO1 shall be able to handle any given spotting
location, and execute a precision barrage of the designated target(s) in
the area. |
Following a review of your application, you will be
tested on a map to be determined by the officers that will validate your
ability to use the methods of artillery. Should you exceed expectations,
and the rest of your application is in order, you can achieve this rank.
Must be of rank CPL or higher to apply. |
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WO-2 - Warrant Officer 2 |
Naval Systems Specialist |
A WO2 is expected to be able to handle artillery
engagement from a naval vessel equal to or greater than that of a WO1,
in addition to being able to handle all other naval vessels supremely.
This includes, but is not limited to, ship vs. ship engagements,
submarine and anti-submarine abilities, ship vs. aerial attacking
engagements (be it main gun on a DD, AA on a BB/AC, and PT Boats), and
all aspects of the PT boats. A WO2 shall be able to provide naval
support in any circumstance. |
Following a review of your application, you will be
tested on a map to be determined by the officers that will validate your
ability to use the methods of naval combat. Should you exceed
expectations, and the rest of your application is in order, you can
achieve this rank. Must be of rank CPL or higher to apply. |
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WO-3 - Warrant Officer 3 |
Armor Systems Specialist |
A WO3 is expected to be able to handle all types of
armor vehicle combat. This includes, but is not limited to, light/medium
tank usage and heavy tank usage. Knowledge of strong points and
weaknesses of each armor vehicle, ability to repair armor, as well as
defend from infantry anti-tank attacks are required. A WO3 shall be able
to handle any given armor vehicle, accepting the inherent strengths and
weaknesses, and exploiting those to your advantage against any other
given armor vehicle and/or infantry unit. |
Following a review of your application, you will be
tested on a map to be determined by the officers that will validate your
ability to use the methods of armor vehicle combat. Should you exceed
expectations, and the rest of your application is in order, you can
achieve this rank. Must be of rank CPL or higher to apply. |
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WO-4 - Warrant Officer 4 |
Aerial Systems Specialist |
A WO4 is expected to be able to handle all types of
aerial engagement on the battlefield, and have extensive knowledge and
skill in all aerial vehicles of the battlefield. This includes, but is
not limited to, air-to-air combat, air-to-ground combat, air-to-sea
combat, dive bombing, torpedo bombing, precision carpet bombing with NO
team casualties. A WO4 shall be able to handle any enemy attack, and
know when and how to engage or disengage a battle. A WO4 is also
required to pay close attention to the overall battlefield and provide
air support as needed either before or as requested by teammates. |
Following a review of your application, you will be
tested on a map to be determined by the officers that will validate your
ability to use the methods of aerial combat. Should you exceed
expectations, and the rest of your application is in order, you can
achieve this rank. Must be of rank CPL or higher to apply. |
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WO-5 - Warrant Officer 5 |
Infantry Weaponary Specialist |
This shall be considered the hardest of the Warrant
Officer ranks to obtain. A WO5 is required to be able to kill with any
weapon, from any kit, from any country, on a consistent basis, while
remaining alive. This includes, but is not limited to, sniping,
artillery spotting, anti-tank engagement, vehicle repair, close combat
with a knife, close to medium range combat with a pistol, close to long
range combat with a rifle/machine gun, grenade precision throwing,
ex-pack placement and detonation, anti-tank mine laying, and medical
support. A WO5 will be considered an expert in all forms of infantry
weaponology, and know what type of weapon will win versus another weapon
in any combination (i.e. assault rifle from US Assault Kit vs. Japanese
Medic Kit supplied machine gun; know who would win each time assuming
player skill is equal and it comes down to the gun abilities
themselves). You will be expected to know how many rounds each gun
holds, how many extra clips come standard with a kit, how many ex-packs
come standard, grenades, mines, anti-tank rounds, the range of each
weapon, and effectiveness against any given target on the battlefield
(ground vehicles, air vehicles, naval vessels, static/mounted weapons,
etc). |
Following a review of your application, you will be
tested on a map to be determined by the officers that will validate your
ability to use the methods of infantry weaponry. Should you exceed
expectations, and the rest of your application is in order, you can
achieve this rank. Must be of rank CPL or higher to apply. |
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2LT - Second Lieutenant |
First level officer |
Highly visible to the clan, practically daily
interaction through either the forums, TS, game server, scrims,
tourneys, etc. Must be able to resolve matters by working with other
officers/lower ranks on conflicts. May lead clan briefings in the
absence of higher ranking officers. |
This rank has been assigned to those in the
Commanding Council, but is not limited to just them. Obtaining this rank
can be done by demonstrating trust, leadership, accountability, and
dedication to the clan. A strong desire and determination to keep the
clan organized and healthy is a must. |
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1LT - First Lieutenant |
Second Level Officer |
Same requirements as a 2LT, but more involved with
clan management aspects, accounting, server administration, as well as
regular attendance in the game (main server, scrims, tourneys, etc).
First Lieutenants will act as the Executive Officer during battle. May
lead clan briefings in the absence of higher ranking officers. |
Second Lieutenants are usually promoted to 1LT
after a pre-determined time of service as set by a LTCOL or higher. |
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CPT - Captain |
"Head man" in charge of soldiers. |
The Captain of the clan is the go-to-guy for all
members, both on the field and off. Must be able to lead men into
battle; well versed on all aspects of fighting; well versed in all
theaters of war. The Captain is also one that any member should be
comfortable going to when needing advise on clan-related topics. The
Captain can also be referred to by the Commanding Council for clan-wide
decisions that will affect his troops, and have the authority to
approve/reject promotions and demotions. May lead clan briefings in the
absence of higher ranking officers. |
Obtaining this ranks comes from length of time with
the clan and development in all areas of war; lower ranks must feel
confident in following the Captain into battle. Seen by Majors and above
as able to professionally deal with the lower ranks on all clan issues.
Entrusted by Majors and above to lead the clan into battle successfully,
or risk being demoted. |
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MAJ - Major |
Immediately superior to the rank of Captain and
immediately subordinate to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. |
Seen as an aid to the officers above (namely
Lieutenant Colonels and Colonels), the Major is seen as the senior
ranking officer on the field leading squads into battle. Majors will
assist the Commanding Council in clan-wide decisions and have the
authority to approve/reject promotions and demotions. Majors can act as
liasons between other clans and help resolve disputes/issues both within
the clan, and with other clans. |
Promotion from Captain will be determined by length
of service in the clan, ability to lead during scrims/tourneys, and will
be decided upon by a Lieutenant Colonel or higher. |
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LTCOL - Lieutenant Colonel |
Reserved rank for the most senior of members still
active with the clan. |
Expert understanding of the art of war for the
clan; able to lead any rank, any time, under any circumstances. Will be
expected to provide input in all clan-wide decisions, and have the
authority to approve/reject promotions and demotions. The LTCOL can act
within his best judgement in the absence of the COL. |
Can only be promoted to this rank by equal or
higher ranks, and seen fit by 2/3 majority vote of the lower ranked
officers. |
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COL - Colonel |
Highest ranking officer before becoming a general. |
Executive decision maker for all clan-wide issues,
authority to approve/reject promotions and demotions, over-sees all clan
activities. |
Can only be promoted to this rank by equal or
higher ranks, and seen fit by 2/3 majority vote of the lower ranked
officers. |
