UNITED FEDERATION STARFLEET MARINE CORPS MEMBERSHIP MANUAL
Original By: Brigadier MilesPower Dagger Editors: Brigadier MilesPrower Dagger Major Jonathan G. Wilson Brigadier Kimberly Hoffman Captain Rosine Heinkel Published By: UF Starfleet Marine Corps Command Intended Audience: All Current and Future Members of UF Starfleet Marine Corps Reviewing Authority UF Starfleet Marine Corps Command
Revision History First Edition: January 31, 2012
== Attention on Deck! == Greetings Prospective Marines! Let me be the first to welcome you to my beloved Corp! The Marine Corp exists for members and fans alike that prefer a more militaristic setting. The Corp holds strong to old traditions such as saluting, which has fallen out of service from most institutions in the 24th Century. The reason for this is of our heritage, not only are we the descendants of some of Old Earth’s most fearsome military forces, but with the founding, we also received new blood-form orders like Andorian Imperial Guard. The Corp is not grounded in war; we exist to ensure peace and stability for the Federation and its Citizens. We are highly trained in tactics and strategy, and we are instilled with a fierce loyalty to the Federation. This fire is cooled and controlled by the steel discipline we instill in every Marine that earns the privilege to wear our uniform. That’s right, I said earn the privilege. Becoming a marine takes hard work and discipline, but anyone can do it as long as they are committed. I encourage you to read the following manual closely and ask questions of our dedicated command staff. Should you choose to join our ranks and defend the Federation through the use of superior firepower, then I will see you somewhere among the stars! Simper Fi! Brigadier MilesPrower Dagger Commandant United Federation Starfleet Marine Corps
Table of Contents == Attention on Deck! == ............................................................................................................................ 43 Abbreviations .............................................................................................................................................. 75 Section 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 86 1.2 Why Aa Marine Corps? ..................................................................................................................... 86 1.3 Mission of the UFS Marine Corps...................................................................................................... 86 1.4 How to Become a UFS Marine .......................................................................................................... 86 1.5 Individual Marine: Reservist or Active Duty ..................................................................................... 86 Section 2: Organization ............................................................................................................................... 97 2.1 Marine Command ............................................................................................................................. 97 2.1.1 General Staff .............................................................................................................................. 97 2.1.2 Support Staff .............................................................................................................................. 97 2.1.3 TCOM Support Staff ................................................................................................................... 97 2.1.4 MAROPS Support Staff ............................................................................................................... 97 2.2 Organizational Arrangement of Units ............................................................................................... 97 2.2.1 Marine Detachment ................................................................................................................... 97 2.2.2 Marine Task Force .................................................................................................................... 108 2.2.3 Marine Regiment ..................................................................................................................... 108 2.2.4 Marine Command .................................................................................................................... 108 2.3 Marine Command Numbering and Coverage Area......................................................................... 119 2.3.1 Selecting a Unit Number .......................................................................................................... 119 2.3.2 Putting It All Together .............................................................................................................. 119 2.4 Ranks ............................................................................................................................................. 1210 Section 3: Marine Operations ................................................................................................................. 1311 3.1 Marine Task Force ......................................................................................................................... 1311 3.2 Marine Detachment ...................................................................................................................... 1311 3.3 Standards, Banners, Streamers, and Unit Heraldry ...................................................................... 1311 3.3.1 Degrees of Uniqueness .......................................................................................................... 1311 Section 4: Training Command ................................................................................................................. 1412 Section 5: Branch of Service.................................................................................................................... 1513 5.1 Infantry.......................................................................................................................................... 1513 5.2 Aerospace ..................................................................................................................................... 1513
5.3 Support.......................................................................................................................................... 1513 5.4 Armor ............................................................................................................................................ 1513 5.5 Medical.......................................................................................................................................... 1513 5.6 Combat Engineering ...................................................................................................................... 1513 5.7 Special Operations ........................................................................................................................ 1513 Section 6: Marine Occupational Specialties............................................................................................ 1715 6.1 Command ...................................................................................................................................... 1715 6.2 Infantry.......................................................................................................................................... 1715 6.3 Aerospace ..................................................................................................................................... 1715 6.4 Support.......................................................................................................................................... 1715 6.5 Armor ............................................................................................................................................ 1816 6.6 Medical.......................................................................................................................................... 1816 6.7 Combat Engineering ...................................................................................................................... 1816 6.8 Special Operations ........................................................................................................................ 1816
Abbreviations UFS – United Federation Starfleet UFSMC – United Federation Starfleet Marine Corp CO/OIC – Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge XO/DOIC – Executive Officer or Deputy Officer in Charge CMD – Marine Command CMD OIC – Marine Command Officer in Charge MTF – Marine Task Force MTC OIC – Marine Task Force Officer in Charge DANT – Commandant of the Marine Corps DEP DANT – Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corp SGT MAJMC – Sergeant Major of the Marine Corp CO MAROPS – Commanding Officer, Marine Operations CO TCOM – Commanding Officer, Training Command XO MAROPS – Executive Officer, Marine Operations XO TCOM – Executive Officer, Training Command OCTS – Officer Candidate Training School BD – 10 – Basic Doctrine Level 1
Section 1: Introduction 1.1 An Introduction to UFS and UFSMC The United Federation Starfleet Marine Corp exists to allow Star Trek Fans to enjoy a unique and seldom seen side of the Federation: its Military. Starfleet’s main function is outside of conflict, after all its standing directive is to seek out new life forms, new civilizations and to boldly go where no one has gone before.
1.2 Why a Marine Corps? The UFS Marine Corps allows fans to explore the militant arms of Starfleet, those that want to experience their fandom as a soldier. There is a standing argument that Marines are “Not Trek” or “Not Cannon” but neither holds weight. Just because you don’t see something does not mean it isn’t cannon. Any power that wants to keep power needs to have a force to protect its key facilities. The Romulans have Reman shock troopers, the Cardassians have several Orders, and the Federation has the Marine Corps. Though the Federation’s primary mission is one of peace, it is not prudent to be completely without a specialized fighting force should the need arise for one. Although all members of Starfleet are trained for combat, the Starfleet Marines hold a special level of combat knowledge and ability.
1.3 Mission of the UFS Marine Corps The UFSMC’s mission is to defend the sovereignty of the Federation and ensure the safety of its citizens. This is done through the use of superior firepower, extensive training on how to effectively use it, extensive knowledge of combat and dedication of all Marines sworn to the defense of the Federation.
1.4 How to Become a UFS Marine Persons wishing to join the UF Starfleet Marine Corps (UFSMC) must fill out the UFS application and select to join the Corps. They must then pass several introductory classes, Specifically BD-10 and, if you wish to be an officer, OTCS, to ensure they are well aware and versed in the practices and operations of UFS and the Marine Corp. They will be assigned to a Marine Command (CMD) and then must select a Marine Task Force (MTF) or a Marine Detachment to join. They must report to the Officer in Charge (OIC) and will officially be made part of the unit.
1.5 Individual Marine: Reservist or Active Duty The individual marine is the heart and soul of the UFS Marine Corps. The marine falls into one of two categories within the UFSMC: reservist or active duty. Reservist marines are those that have their primary duty stations as a role of UF Starfleet, but have been trained to work with the UFS Marines in times of combat or other special duties. Reservist marines use their UFS rank and titles when dealing with any UFS matter. Active Duty marines have their primary role as part of the UFS Marine Corps and use their rank and title from the UFS Marine Corps, but may also preform duties at regular posts and departments within their chapter. All extra assigned duties and posts are assigned at the discretion of the Department OIC and/or the Chapter CO.
Section 2: Organization The UFSMC’s structure has the same basic layout as UFS. It has three levels of operation: Chapter, Sector, and Fleet. Just like as a UFS member, any marine may become a Chapter CO, a Sector Commander, and even part of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. We differ only because we have an extra layer if we need it.
2.1 Marine Command The Fleet level of the Marine Corp is the Marine Corps General Staff and its Support Staff. 2.1.1 General Staff The General Staff is charged with the day to day operations of the Marine Corps and currently consists of: Commandant of the Marine Corp (DANT) Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corp (DEP DANT) Commanding Officer, Marine Operations (COMAROPS) Commanding Officer, Training Command (COTCOM) Sergeant Major of the Marine Corp (SGT MAJMC) 2.1.2 Support Staff The Support Staff assists the General Staff various duties of the Corps and consist of: UF Starfleet Marine Historian Director of UFSMC Awards Marine Corps Webmaster Director of UFSMC Heraldry Marine Corps Quartermaster Director of Marine Communications 2.1.3 TCOM Support Staff The TCOM Support Staff assists TCOM various duties and consist of: Executive Officer, Training Command (XO TCOM) Branch Commanders 2.1.4 MAROPS Support Staff The MAROPS Support Staff assists MAROPS various duties and consist of: Executive Officer, Marine Operations (XO MAROPS) Marine Command OICs for each Sector
2.2 Organizational Arrangement of Units To make the organizational structure of the UFS Marine Corp a little easier to understand, we will look at it from the smallest unit, Detachment, to the largest formation, Marine Command. 2.2.1 Marine Detachment The Detachment is the smallest organizational unit in the design of the UFS Marine Corps. This is the unit assigned to current Chapters of United Federation Starfleet. Each Chapter may contain one detachment. The detachment’s design is at the discretion of the Detachment OIC and Chapter CO and can be comprised of any single or multiple Marine Branches of Service.
2.2.2 Marine Task Force The MTF is a UFS Chapter comprised of all UFSMC members. It contains the exact same requirements as a UFS Chapter. For more information, read the UFS Marine Corp Force Commander Manual. 2.2.3 Marine Regiment The Marine Regiment is a sub-sector level of organization that does not exist in UFS. Not all Commands have Regiments; they are activated as needed by the Corp. 2.2.4 Marine Command The Marine Command is the largest of the organizational units in the UFS Marine Corps. The Command is the same level as a UFS Sector. One Command is attached to each UFS Sector. The Marine Command OIC reports on a monthly basis to the COMAROPS.
2.3 Marine Command Numbering and Coverage Area The CMD’s are numbered as follows: 1st CMD Metaverses (Second Life, 3rd Rock, UFS Grid, etc.) 2nd CMD Mainland Europe 3rd CMD United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and the surrounding islands 4th CMD New Zealand, Australia, 5th CMD Japan, N & S Korea, Philippines, 6th CMD Asia 7th CMD Mexico, Central and South America 8th CMD Alaska, Western Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan 9th CMD Quebec, Canadian Maritimes: New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, Nunavut, Ontario 10th CMD Africa and the Middle East 11th CMD Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont 12th CMD New Jersey, New York, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania 13th CMD Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee 14th CMD Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Mississippi, Louisiana 15th CMD Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico 16th CMD Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska 17th CMD Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin 18th CMD Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming 19th CMD Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands 20th CMD Idaho, Oregon, Washington 2.3.1 Selecting a Unit Number Marine units also get a unique number, but because of our wish to allow the units to develop their own identity, we have no set numbering system for them. The only rule is first come first serve. Numbers may only be used once. Each unit is also encouraged to take their number and further develop it. For example if the 111th Detachment was made up of all aerospace personnel something along the lines of the following would be appropriate: “111th Fighter Squadron “Angry Angels” MAROPS will NOT track anything other than the number and unit type, and the units are encouraged to go deeper than the number. 2.3.2 Putting It All Together The Marine layers of organization all work together for the good of and betterment of the membership. The top level is Marine Command that oversees the entirety of the Corp. Next are the Marine Commands that are numbered the same as their UFS counterparts. 1st Command is Sector 001. The Regiments break up the Commands into area for better management. The break up occurs on an easy to understand or identify basis. For example the US States would each be a Regiment and each Metaverse of 1st Command is a Regiment. All marines will be part of a Command, but they will be assigned to either the Detachment or Marine Task Force. The MTF is a UFS Chapter modified for use by the Corps. Detachments are assigned to UFS
Chapters because their CO and crew want a marine presence. A Detachment may not exist on a ship if the CO does not want it. A marine’s first station is always their Detachment or MTF.
2.4 Ranks The rank system of the Marine Corps is same as UFS, only with different insignia. All ranks as ‘graded’ and have a matching grade to maintain the structure. For example, in UFS, Ensign is (O-1) or Officer Grade 1, and in UFSMC, we have 1st Lieutenant as (O-1). The list works for all Enlisted and Officer ranks. The most important part is to realize the difference between rank and authority. As stated in the UFS Handbook: Rank and Authority are sometimes confused. Your RANK is fictional while authority is real. Rank is awarded to members for service within UFS and UFSMC and helps enhance the Star Trek experience. The AUTHORITY of Commanding Officers, Sector Commanders and the Joint Chiefs is given to them by the Commander-in-Chief, UFS, in order to enforce their administrative and management jobs. The fictional pips, up to O-5 (Commander/Lt. Colonel) are awarded at the discretion of your Chapter CO. Some ranks are given when a member takes up a certain position, such as when a person becomes a Chapter CO they are promoted to O-6 (Captain/Colonel). More on rank and promotions is available in the United Federation Starfleet Membership Handbook.
Section 3: Marine Operations Marine Operations (MAROPS) is charged with the administration of the units of the Corp. It is headed by the Commanding Officer, Marine Operations (COMAROPS). All Marine OICs report to the COMAROPS via the Monthly Status Report (MSR). The MSR that reaches the COMAROPS starts from the Detachment level. Each Detachment OIC sends a MSR to their Chapter CO and Command OIC. The Command OICs compile their reports to the COMAROPS to report to the Commandant. MAROPS also oversees approval of all new units, support to Mustering Units, and Deployment of new units.
3.1 Marine Task Force A Marine Task is the UFS Chapter composed of only UFSMC personnel. It has the identical requirements of a UFS Chapter but is modified to better fit with the marines. In the end, the OIC will be a Colonel and the DOIC a Lt. Colonel with a unit of 10 marines. The OIC and DOIC must be certified through TCOM to hold their positions. The MTF OIC reports directly to the Command OIC and submits an MSR to them as well.
3.2 Marine Detachment A Marine Detachment may be as few as one marine and as many as they want. It is a department attached to a Chapter much like Engineering or Science. The OIC must be certified through TCOM. The Detachment OIC submits an MSR to the Chapter CO and the Command OIC.
3.3 Standards, Banners, Streamers, and Unit Heraldry A unit’s standards are their identity; it is what makes them, them. They are usually based on a unique action or characteristic when the unit is new. Each unit must have these approved by UFS Marine Corps Command to make sure none are copyrighted or too close to the original to not be considered new or unique. 3.3.1 Degrees of Uniqueness Some units take their names and logos from current military units. While this is permitted, the logos must have at least two points of difference between them and the original. This can be an addition or subtraction of items or changing the color scheme.
Section 4: Training Command Training Command is charged with the development and update of all Marine Manuals, Classes, and MOS Certifications. Marine Branch Commanders fall under TCOM, experts in their fields that have volunteered to share that knowledge with their fellow marines. They each oversee a College in the UF Starfleet Marine Academy that contains all of the classes needed for the MOS Certifications of the Corps. The Branch Commanders also offer their experience to Online Chapters that need advice on developing a more authentic setting for their marines.
Section 5: Branch of Service The Branches of the Corp contain the MOS for Marines to choose from.
5.1 Infantry Infantry branch is the backbone of the Marine Corps. It contains all ground base forces. It is based around two core units, light infantry and powered infantry. Long gone are the days when armies of thousands fought in one battlefield. Today it is elite groups of troopers trained to fight fast and hard. Light infantry is based around the rapid deployment and battlefield movement. Powered infantry are specially trained marines fighting with the aid of armored suits. This armor enhances strength, speed, and carried greater numbers of weapons.
5.2 Aerospace Aerospace branch contains all fight-capable combat and non-combat vehicles. This includes troop carriers, cargo planes, armed shuttles, and fighter craft. The focuses of these flight-capable vehicles are those used for combat on a planet surface or close range attacks on starships. Light weight crafts will also fall under this category thought full starships do not.
5.3 Support Support branch contains the ‘non-combat’ MOS of the Corps. It contains Communications Specialists, Logistics, Chaplains, Recruiters, Intelligence, etc. These are the Marines that are least likely to see battle. The exceptions would be Chaplains who volunteer for hazardous duty and special ops intelligence personal.
5.4 Armor Armor branch is the heavy forces section of the Corps. It contains all ground vehicles of the Marine Corps as well as artillery units. The armor branch is also responsible for maintenance and support of all weapons and ordnance, both heavy and light duty.
5.5 Medical Medical branch contains all medical staff, including physicians, nurses, medics, and medical technicians. The medical branch is also responsible for all specialized medical equipment as well as medical transport vehicles. Though the medical branch maintains its own fleet of both ground and flight vehicles, it may receive support from the armor or aerospace branches.
5.6 Combat Engineering Combat engineering is responsible for a variety of duties, including dive and spacewalk missions, construction of both ground and air vehicles as well as planetary support structures, planetary topographical and ecological surveys, and firefighting and structural repair duties.
5.7 Special Operations Special Operations contains uniquely trained individuals from a variety of MOS’s, including those under other branches of service. Special Ops employs conventional and unconventional wartime tactics to complete their missions both during combat and times of peace. Missions during times of peace include intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, counter terrorism, and protection of diplomats and officials.
Special Operations is also the home of the Rapid Response Tactical Squad (RRTS) trained for situations such as Hostage Rescue and Tactical Engagements with specialized weapons and training.
Section 6: Marine Occupational Specialties MOS is the Marine Corp's ‘Marine Occupational Specialties’ system. It is an extensive list of positions within the Corp for all members. Each MOS has a unique number as well as a set of required classes to be certified for that MOS. All MOS are grouped together under branches. All MOS 001-099 are assigned to Command MOS; they are General Staff, Support Staff and other non-branch related posts.
6.1 Command 001 – Commandant of the UFSMC 002 – Deputy Commandant of the UFSMC 003 – Commanding Officer, Marine Operations 004 – Commanding Officer, Training Command 005 – Executive Officer, Marine Operations 006 – Executive Officer, Training Command 007 – Sergeant Major of the UF Starfleet Marine Corp 010 – Chief of Staff to the Commandant of the UFSMC 011 – Marine Corp Historian 012 – Director of Marine Communications 013 – Director of UFSMC Awards 014 – Marine Corp Quartermaster 015 – Marine Corp Webmaster 016 – Director of UFSMC Heraldry 020 – Marine Command OIC 021 – Marine Command DOIC 030 – Marine Task Force OIC 031 – Marine Task Force DOIC 040 – Marine Detachment OIC 041 – Marine Detachment DOIC
6.2 Infantry 100 – Infantryman 101 – Scout 104 – Heavy Weapons Expert 109 – Sniper 110 – Basic Light Powered Infantry – Havoc Suit
6.3 Aerospace 200 – F/I-375 ‘Valkyrie’ Pilot 210 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Pilot 211 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Navigator 212 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Communications Officer
6.4 Support 320 – Aerospace Control Officer 340 – Communications Specialist
345 – Cryptologist 350 – Intelligence Officer
6.5 Armor 400 – Light Armor Driver 410 – Heavy Armor Driver 420 – Artillery Driver 425 – Artillery Gunner
6.6 Medical 500 – Field Medic 510 – Flight Surgeon 520 – Marine Physician
6.7 Combat Engineering 600 – Combat Engineer 610 – Fortification Engineer 620 – Aerospace Technician (Enlisted) 621 – Aerospace Crew Chief
6.8 Special Operations 701 – Rapid Response Tactical Squad 710 – Rapid Response Tactical Squad Leader 720 – Combat Intelligence Officer