The rank structure of the Empire of the Hand is based heavily on Imperial Navy organization, with simplified command structure to ease the stress of operating a highly mobile force.
The Admiralty Board is the advisory council lead by The Grand Admiral that makes all decisions for The Hand.
Respected as the most skilled and experienced Admiral in The Empire of The Hand, the holder of the title leads undisputedly as a military dictator until death or resignation. Their word is final and upon succession, an officer chosen by the Grand Admiral inherits the rank.
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The rank of High Admiral is bestowed upon those who have impressed The Grand Admiral, earning them a seat at his table of advisors. There can be only 12 High Admirals at any given time, each of them given the honor of commanding a Black Fleet; specialized naval units headed by personalized flagships.
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The Navy is split into two distinct sections. The Combined Fleet and the Starfighter Corps, the former being comprised of capital ships and the latter comprised of starfighters and their pilots.
The highest non-board rank attainable, Fleet Admirals command a standard fleet (32 vessels) from a Star Destroyer-class Flagship
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Vice Admirals assist Fleet Admirals in the leadership of a fleet, commanding a Task Group (16 vessels)
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Captains of their own capital ship, each capital ship is lead by a single Commander who falls under the direct leadership of a Vice Admiral
The Navy Starfighter Corps is the home for all sub-capital military vessels and their pilots.
The High Marshal is tasked with coordinating all starfighters across The Hand and establishing standardized procedures and tactics for sub-capital vessels.
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Flight Captains lead squadrons of fighters, bombers, transports or interceptors into battle or serve as crew officers aboard capital ships
Flight Lieutenants are the second-in-commands of squadrons or serve as deck officers aboard capital ships
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Ensigns are the lowest enlisted rank in The Empire of The Hand, forming the bulk of a flight squadron and most crewman aboard a capital ship
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Once a proud branch of the Galactic Empire's Stomtrooper Corp, The Imperial Marines now serve as the fist of the fleet. Boarding actions and planetary invasions are second nature to them.
The High General is the most skilled general in The Empire of The Hand, handpicked by the Grand Admiral for his ability to lead forces to victory. He coordinates heavily with fleet command.
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Marine Generals are tacticians skilled in the planning and coordination of planetary landings and infantry combat during fleet engagements. They command Invasion Armies comprised of 4 corps (130,000 troops).
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Marine Colonels often take a more direct role in combat than generals, serving in the direct field of battle and watching the war unfold. They command an entire Corp comprised of 4 legions (30,000 troops)
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One-Two-Three-Four Imperial Marine Corps
Marine Majors are the leaders of entire Imperial Marine Legions (7,500 troopers), and often leading the charge into battle.
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Marine Captains are the commanders of Imperial Marine Company (625 troopers), of which there are twelve in a legion.
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Marine Lieutenants command an Imperial Marine Platoon (52 troopers) of which there are twelve in a company.
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Sergeants lead Imperial Marine Squads (8 troopers) of which there are six in a platoon.
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Marine Privates are the lowest ranking individuals of The Imperial Marine Corps, making up the bulk of forces and often driving walkers and other armored vehicles.
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