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Commonwealth Marine Commandos
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: To provide greater background for the Marine Commandos, and establish its hierarchy.
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- Organization Name: Commonwealth Marine Commandos
- Classification: Military Organization
- Affiliation: Dosuunian Commonwealth of Nations | The Commonwealth
- Organization Symbol: The organization symbol of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos features a stylized depiction of a marine's helmet with a crossed rifle and dagger behind it. The emblem is encircled by laurel wreaths, symbolizing honor and victory, with the words "Semper Vigilans" inscribed below, meaning "Always Vigilant."
- Description: The Commonwealth Marine Commandos, formerly known as the First Order Stormtrooper Corps and later the First Imperial Stormtrooper Corps, boast a storied history dating back to the early 840s. Originally established as the elite fighting force of the First Order, these highly trained soldiers played a pivotal role in various conflicts and campaigns across the galaxy.
Following the dissolution of the First Order and the formation of the Commonwealth in 879 ABY, the Stormtrooper Corps underwent a transformation, rebranding themselves as the Commonwealth Marine Commandos. Retaining their elite status and combat prowess, the Marine Commandos now serve as the premier special forces unit of the Commonwealth, specializing in rapid deployment, covert operations, and counter-insurgency missions.
The primary purpose of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos is to conduct high-risk missions in support of Commonwealth interests, both within and beyond its borders. Whether engaging in direct action, reconnaissance, or humanitarian operations, the Marine Commandos excel in executing missions with precision, agility, and unwavering determination.
With a legacy of courage, discipline, and sacrifice, the Commonwealth Marine Commandos stand ready to defend the ideals and values of the Commonwealth, embodying the motto "Semper Vigilans" as they remain always vigilant in the face of adversity.
- Headquarters: Avalonia, Dosuun
- Domain:
- Notable Assets: Some of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos’s notable assets as specified on Dosuun and beyond, are listed below, however; this is not an exhaustive list, and include but are not limited to;
- The Citadel: Situated on the outskirts of Dosuun's capital city, the Citadel serves as the primary headquarters and training center for the Commonwealth Marine Commandos. This sprawling facility includes barracks, training grounds, weapons ranges, and command centers, providing a centralized hub for elite marine training, operations planning, and coordination.
- Forward Operating Bases (FOBs): The Marine Commandos maintain a network of strategically positioned forward operating bases (FOBs) across Commonwealth-controlled territories. These FOBs are strategically located near key planetary systems, hyperspace routes, and strategic objectives, allowing for rapid deployment and operational flexibility in response to emerging threats or crisis situations.
- Specialized Assault Ships: The Marine Commandos operate a fleet of specialized assault ships tailored to amphibious and planetary assault operations. These vessels are equipped with advanced weaponry, troop transport capabilities, and support systems, enabling rapid deployment of marine forces to hostile environments and contested territories.
- Reconnaissance and Intelligence Centers: The Marine Commandos maintain specialized reconnaissance and intelligence centers tasked with gathering, analyzing, and disseminating critical intelligence to support commando operations. These centers utilize advanced surveillance technology, encrypted communication systems, and covert operatives to gather actionable intelligence on enemy movements, capabilities, and intentions.
- Combat Training Facilities: In addition to the Citadel, the Marine Commandos operate advanced combat training facilities designed to simulate a wide range of combat scenarios and environments. These facilities feature urban combat simulations, jungle warfare training grounds, and hostile environment survival courses, providing commandos with realistic training experiences to prepare them for the rigors of combat.
- Hierarchy: The hierarchy is listed below and is broken down into basic rank structure and then a brief overview of the organizational structure.
- Ranks are displayed in the chart below, the Commonwealth Marine Commando’s dress uniform color is ‘Storm Grey.’ The Commonwealth Marine Commando’s ‘full dress’ or their ‘mess dress’ their highest formal uniform color is ‘Bastion Black,’ Their ‘working uniforms’ are based on multi-terrain patterns, and consist of a jacket, trousers, with combat boots, and a t-shirt under the jacket.
Note: The ranks for both the Commonwealth Army and the Commandos are virtually identical, with the exception of some of the enlisted titles. See Commonwealth Army for their ranks.
- Ranks are displayed in the chart below, the Commonwealth Marine Commando’s dress uniform color is ‘Storm Grey.’ The Commonwealth Marine Commando’s ‘full dress’ or their ‘mess dress’ their highest formal uniform color is ‘Bastion Black,’ Their ‘working uniforms’ are based on multi-terrain patterns, and consist of a jacket, trousers, with combat boots, and a t-shirt under the jacket.
| Enlisted Ranks | Officer Ranks |
|---|---|
| E1 - Private | O1 - 2nd Lieutenant |
| E2 - Private First Class | O2 - 1st Lieutenant |
| E3 - Lance Corporal | O3 - Captain |
| E4 - Corporal | O4 - Major |
| E5 - Sergeant | O5 - Lt. Colonel |
| E6 - Staff Sergeant | O6 - Colonel |
| E7 - Storm Sergeant | O7 - Brigadier |
| E8 - Master Sergeant E8 - First Sergeant | O8 - Major General |
| E9 - Master Storm Sergeant E9 - Sergeant Major | O9 - Lieutenant General |
| E10 - Sergeant Major of the Marine Commandos | O10 - General O10 - Commandant General of the Marine Commandos |
- Organizational Breakdown of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos:
- Fire Team:
- Rifleman: The backbone of the fire team, armed with standard-issue weaponry and equipment.
- Grenadier: Equipped with specialized grenades and explosives, providing fire support.
- Automatic Rifleman: Carries a light machine gun to provide suppressive fire.
- Fire Team Leader: Leads and coordinates the actions of the fire team, responsible for tactical decisions and communication.
- Squad:
- Squad Leader (Sergeant): Leads and supervises the squad, responsible for mission execution and welfare of personnel.
- Assistant Squad Leader (Staff Sergeant): Assists the Squad Leader in command and control, takes charge in the absence of the Squad Leader.
- Fire Team 1 & 2: Each fire team operates under the command of a Fire Team Leader.
- Platoon:
- Platoon Commander (Lieutenant): Commands and leads the platoon, responsible for planning and executing operations.
- Platoon Sergeant (Storm Sergeant): Assists the Platoon Commander in administration, logistics, and discipline.
- 3-4 Squads: Each squad operates under the command of a Squad Leader.
- Company:
- Company Commander (Captain): Commands and leads the company, responsible for overall mission success and welfare of personnel.
- Company Executive Officer (1st Lieutenant): Assists the Company Commander in planning and executing operations.
- Company Sergeant (Storm Sergeant): Advises the Company Commander on enlisted matters and ensures discipline and morale.
- 3-4 Platoons: Each platoon operates under the command of a Platoon Commander.
- Battalion:
- Battalion Commander (Major): Commands and leads the battalion, responsible for planning and executing large-scale operations.
- Battalion Executive Officer (Captain): Assists the Battalion Commander in administrative and logistical matters.
- Battalion Sergeant Major (Sergeant Major): The senior enlisted advisor to the Battalion Commander, ensures discipline and morale.
- 3-5 Companies: Each company operates under the command of a Company Commander.
- Regiment:
- Regimental Commander (Lt. Colonel): Commands and leads the regiment, responsible for strategic planning and coordination.
- Regimental Sergeant Major (Sergeant Major): The senior enlisted advisor to the Regimental Commander, ensures discipline and morale.
- 3-5 Battalions: Each battalion operates under the command of a Battalion Commander.
- Brigade:
- Brigade Commander (Colonel): Commands and leads the brigade, responsible for coordinating operations and resources.
- Brigade Sergeant Major (Sergeant Major): The senior enlisted advisor to the Brigade Commander, ensures discipline and morale.
- 2-4 Regiments: Each regiment operates under the command of a Regimental Commander.
- Division:
- Division Commander (Brigadier): Commands and leads the division, responsible for strategic planning and coordination of multiple brigades.
- Division Sergeant Major (Sergeant Major): The senior enlisted advisor to the Division Commander, ensures discipline and morale.
- 2-4 Brigades: Each brigade operates under the command of a Brigade Commander.
- Corps:
- Corps Commander (Major General): Commands and leads the corps, responsible for operational planning and coordination of multiple divisions.
- Corps Sergeant Major (Sergeant Major): The senior enlisted advisor to the Corps Commander, ensures discipline and morale.
- 2-4 Divisions: Each division operates under the command of a Division Commander.
- General Staff:
- Commandant General of the Marine Commandos: The highest-ranking officer of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos, responsible for overall command and direction.
- Lieutenant Generals: Senior officers responsible for commanding corps-sized units and overseeing large-scale operations.
- Major Generals: Officers responsible for commanding divisions and supporting strategic planning.
- Sergeant Major of the Marine Commandos: The senior enlisted advisor to the Commandant, ensures discipline and morale.
- High Command:
- Vice-Chief of the General Staff: A member of the military advisory council to the Commander-in-Chief, overseeing the Starfighter Corps' overall strategy and operations.
- Commander-in-Chief: The overall commander of the Commonwealth Starfighter Corps, responsible for strategic planning, coordination, and decision-making. This is Her Majesty High Queen Kelora Priestly.
- Membership: [IC] The Commonwealth Marine Commandos (CMC) is an elite military organization of highly skilled and specialized personnel. The exact number of members within the CMC varies based on operational requirements and recruitment cycles, but it typically consists of several thousand dedicated commandos.
To become a member of the CMC, individuals must undergo rigorous selection processes and training programs designed to identify and cultivate the best candidates for service. Prospective commandos undergo extensive physical and mental assessments, as well as specialized training in combat tactics, survival skills, and advanced weaponry.
Initiation into the CMC is marked by a solemn ceremony in which recruits take an oath of allegiance to the Commonwealth and pledge to uphold its values and defend its citizens with honor and integrity. Successful candidates are then assigned to specialized units within the CMC based on their skills, aptitudes, and operational needs.
Once inducted into the CMC, members are expected to carry out a wide range of missions and tasks, including special operations, counter-terrorism operations, reconnaissance missions, and direct action against hostile forces. Continuous training and professional development are integral parts of CMC membership, ensuring that commandos remain at the forefront of military excellence.
For families, marrying into the CMC community is possible but requires approval and adherence to strict standards of conduct and character. Spouses and family members of commandos are valued members of the CMC community and receive support and resources to ensure their well-being and integration.
[OOC] Just speak to me! - Climate: The atmosphere within the Commonwealth Marine Commandos is characterized by a sense of camaraderie, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to duty. While the demands of military service can be rigorous and challenging, commandos are bonded by a shared sense of purpose and mutual respect for one another.
Within the CMC, there is a strong emphasis on teamwork, collaboration, and mutual support, with commandos relying on each other to overcome obstacles and achieve mission success. Despite the high-stakes nature of their work, commandos maintain a positive and resilient mindset, facing adversity with courage and determination. - Reputation: The Commonwealth Marine Commandos enjoy a sterling reputation both within the Commonwealth and among allied nations and organizations. Renowned for their unparalleled skill, bravery, and professionalism, CMC commandos are held in high esteem as elite warriors and guardians of freedom and justice.
From the outside, the CMC is viewed as a formidable force for good, capable of responding swiftly and decisively to any threat to Commonwealth security. Their reputation for excellence precedes them, instilling confidence and reassurance in civilian populations and military allies alike. - Curios: Members of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos often bear distinctive insignia, badges, and emblems denoting their membership and achievements within the organization. These may include embroidered patches, unit crests, or specialized combat gear adorned with CMC symbols and motifs.
Additionally, some commandos may choose to acquire personalized items or talismans imbued with personal significance, such as lucky charms, engraved dog tags, or commemorative medals earned in the line of duty. These items serve as reminders of their shared heritage and the bonds forged through adversity and sacrifice. - Rules: The Commonwealth Marine Commandos (CMC) adhere to a strict code of conduct and set of principles that govern their behavior both on and off the battlefield. While not explicitly religious, the CMC upholds values of honor, integrity, loyalty, and selflessness in all aspects of their operations. Some key tenets of the CMC code include:
- Duty and Sacrifice: Commandos are duty-bound to serve the Commonwealth and its citizens with unwavering dedication and selfless sacrifice, even in the face of adversity.
- Discipline and Respect: Discipline is the cornerstone of CMC operations, and commandos are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, respect, and courtesy towards their superiors, peers, and subordinates.
- Excellence and Adaptability: Commandos are committed to excellence in all endeavors, continuously striving to hone their skills, innovate tactics, and adapt to evolving threats and challenges.
- Teamwork and Unity: Collaboration and mutual support are essential to CMC success, with commandos working seamlessly as a cohesive unit to achieve mission objectives and ensure the safety and welfare of their comrades.
- Ethical Conduct: Commandos operate within the bounds of international law and ethical guidelines, upholding the dignity and rights of all individuals, regardless of affiliation or allegiance.
- Goals: The primary goal of the Commonwealth Marine Commandos is to safeguard the security, sovereignty, and prosperity of the Dosuunian Commonwealth and its citizens. To achieve this overarching objective, the CMC pursues the following strategic goals:
- Combat Readiness: The CMC prioritizes maintaining peak combat readiness through rigorous training, advanced equipment, and cutting-edge tactics, ensuring that commandos are prepared to respond swiftly and decisively to any threat to Commonwealth interests.
- Operational Excellence: The CMC strives for operational excellence in all missions and endeavors, emphasizing innovation, adaptability, and agility in the face of dynamic and complex security challenges.
- Alliance and Cooperation: The CMC seeks to strengthen alliances and partnerships with friendly nations and organizations, fostering cooperation, interoperability, and mutual support in defense of shared values and interests.
- Humanitarian Assistance: Beyond their military duties, the CMC is committed to providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to populations affected by conflict, natural disasters, or other emergencies, reflecting the Commonwealth's commitment to compassion and solidarity.
- Professional Development: The CMC invests in the professional development and well-being of its personnel, offering training, education, and career advancement opportunities to ensure that commandos remain at the forefront of military excellence and leadership.
[NPC] Lt. Col. Aerys Myrrine Fortan
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
- Early Foundations (840 ABY - 879 ABY): The origins of the CMC trace back to the early days of the Dosuunian Commonwealth, when the First Order established its military presence in the region. Initially known as the First Order Stormtrooper Corps, these elite soldiers were tasked with maintaining security and enforcing order on Dosuun and its surrounding territories. Throughout the Omega War and subsequent conflicts, the Stormtrooper Corps earned a reputation for unwavering loyalty and formidable combat prowess.
- Transition to Commonwealth Era (879 ABY): Following the formation of the Dosuunian Commonwealth and the dissolution of the First Order, the Stormtrooper Corps underwent a transformation, reemerging as the Commonwealth Marine Commandos. Under the leadership of visionary military strategists and seasoned veterans, the newly rebranded CMC embraced a broader mandate focused on defending Commonwealth interests, safeguarding galactic stability, and promoting peace and security throughout the galaxy.
- Reorganization and Expansion (880 ABY - 890 ABY): Under the Commonwealth’s authority, the CMC underwent a period of reorganization and expansion. New recruits were rigorously trained in advanced combat techniques, special operations, and counterinsurgency tactics, while existing units were equipped with state-of-the-art weaponry and technology. The CMC's operational footprint expanded beyond Dosuun, with commando teams deployed to key strategic locations throughout the Commonwealth.
- Crucial Engagements (891 ABY - 900 ABY): Throughout the ensuing decades, the CMC played a pivotal role in numerous critical engagements and conflicts, including border skirmishes with hostile factions, counterterrorism operations against pirate syndicates, and peacekeeping missions in nearby war-torn regions. Commando units demonstrated their versatility and adaptability in a wide range of environments, from urban warfare on densely populated planets to deep-space operations in hostile territory.
- Integration with the Sith Order (901 ABY - Present): As the Dosuunian Commonwealth aligned itself with the Sith Order and entered into a strategic partnership, the CMC remained ever-vigilant in safeguarding their nation. Commandos collaborated on a need-to-know basis with Sith operatives..
