Chapter : | Interstellar Military Ranks
I. Supreme Commander (5 Stars)
The highest-ranking officer, commanding all military forces in the interstellar empire. Their decisions impact entire star systems, and they hold ultimate control over both strategic and tactical decisions.
- Chief of Staff
The principal advisor to the Supreme Commander, coordinating operations, logistics, and communication across all military branches.
- Supreme Strategist
The highest-ranking military thinker, responsible for devising long-term strategies and overseeing tactical plans to achieve interstellar dominance.
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II. Grand Marshal (4 Stars)
A rank just below the Supreme Commander, Grand Marshals lead large-scale operations across multiple sectors. They command the largest fleets or armies and act as the supreme operational heads in specific campaigns.
- Marshal of the Fleet
Commands all naval forces across interstellar territories, overseeing fleets, carriers, and space combat operations.
- Marshal of the Army
Leads all ground forces, managing planetary invasions, defenses, and large-scale troop movements.
- Marshal of the Air
Directs all aerial and atmospheric forces, specializing in planetary air superiority and coordination with orbital fleets.
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III. Field Marshal (3 Stars)
Field Marshals command significant military divisions or fleets and coordinate large-scale military actions. They oversee the implementation of strategies devised by higher-ranking officers.
- Major General
Commands large sectors of forces or multiple fleets.
- Lieutenant General
Oversees smaller divisions, typically within a fleet or planetary defense force.
- Brigadier General
Commands brigades or smaller forces in space or planetary military engagements.
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IV. Admiral (2 Stars)
Admirals are in charge of fleets, overseeing interstellar naval forces, including battlecruisers, carriers, and other warships. They are responsible for directing naval operations and ensuring the success of space combat missions.
- Vice Admiral
Commands second-in-command over a large fleet or significant battle group.
- Rear Admiral
Oversees divisions or fleets but often focuses on specific battle strategies or subunits within the larger operation.
- Fleet Captain
Responsible for overseeing several ship captains within a fleet, ensuring strategic coordination.
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V. General (1 Star)
Generals lead planetary military forces or specialized units in combat, ensuring the defense of key strategic locations. They can also oversee fleets in certain cases and execute field tactics on a large scale.
- Major General
A senior officer who commands planetary defense forces or specialized units.
- Brigadier General
Leads brigades in combat situations, both on the ground and in space.
- Colonel
Commands regiments or smaller battalions, typically at a tactical level.
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VI. Colonel (No Stars)
Command regiments or smaller divisions. They play a critical role in organizing and leading ground operations or space missions that involve a specific fleet or battalion.
- Lieutenant Colonel
Assists Colonels in larger operations or may command smaller groups within a specialized operation.
- Major
Acts as a staff officer or commands smaller, specialized units within a regiment.
- Captain
Leads starships or platoons, ensuring that subordinates carry out combat orders.
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VII. Lieutenant Colonel (No Stars)
A step below Colonel, Lieutenant Colonels assist in command or oversee smaller specialized units. They may also be tasked with specific mission-oriented leadership or overseeing smaller space fleets.
- Senior Captain
A senior captain who leads specialized, smaller forces within a larger division or fleet.
- Captain
Regularly commands a smaller unit or vehicle, either in space or on the ground.
- Lieutenant
A junior officer who leads smaller teams and operates directly on the frontlines.
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VIII. Major (No Stars)
Majors often serve as staff officers or lead specialized operations. They may command small groups or serve as tactical advisors to senior officers.
- Senior Lieutenant
A senior lieutenant may command a team in space or a battalion on the ground, usually at the tactical level.
- Lieutenant
Typically responsible for leading squads or special operations teams.
- Second Lieutenant
The entry-level officer who commands smaller units or serves as an aide to senior officers.
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Military Strategist (No Stars)
- Senior Military Strategist
A highly ranked strategist with significant influence in the war room, advising Grand Marshals and Generals.
- Junior Military Strategist
A strategist who works directly with tactical units or assists in the creation of battle strategies for smaller engagements.
- Strategic Advisor
A role providing expert analysis and suggestions based on deep knowledge of warfare, often in specific areas like terrain, space combat, or planetary defense.