ISA Enlisted Force Structure Expansion

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ISA Enlisted Force Structure Expansion

Drafted by the Ministry of War, 1784

 

The institution of the Imperial State Army has operated along an enlisted force structure that was outlined several decades ago with a satisfactory level of success. Much of a soldier's experience, proficiency, and achievements were adequately captured through the standard four enlisted rank chain for the first few decades of operations. However, as the responsibilities and scope of the ISA grew and expanded along with the prosperity of the Empire, a certain void began to steadily grow in parallel.

 

It has come to the attention of the Ministry of War that there exists a need for greater classification of the enlisted force structure. As such, it has been seen fit to draft three new ranks to be implemented effective immediately to the Imperial State Army, 1st Regiment. It is the hope of the Ministry that this structural expansion will allow for a greater sense of accomplishment as well as the more accurate dispersal of an individual's achievements and skill level.

 

As of the year 1784, the following new enlisted ranks will be drafted and implemented. In addition, changes to the original rank classification/responsibilities will also be posted for review below. Finally, a clear and concise Path to Promotion will be detailed to better facilitate the layman's understanding of what it takes to succeed in the Imperial State Army.

 

 

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Enlisted Force Structure

 

* Denotes a newly developed rank that has been added to the system.

 

Recruit
Fresh recruits undergo a two year basic training process before being oathed and promoted to Private. During this time, they are exposed to the rigor and discipline of state military tradition, along with a nascent education in Orenian society and culture.

 

Private
Privates are soldiers who have completed basic military training and have become fully fledged members of the Imperial State Army. They are tasked with further adapting to the profession of arms through continued development of their military discipline, customs, and standards. The main concern of Privates is to hone their martial abilities and to internalize intermediate level combat training. It is at this stage, soldiers are expected to perform all basic duties as prescribed by their respective chain of command and to begin working towards earning a specialization that benefits their Brigade or Regiment.

 

* Specialist Private (Spc. Private)
Specialist Privates are those who have become fully compliant with the discipline, customs, and standards of military service; and are able to devote much of their time towards improving combat effectiveness and mastering a specialization or skillset. A Private may only be promoted to Spc. Private upon assumption of a specialization which can be determined by each Brigade or Regiment, to include the following: Smithing, tanning, stone or woodworking, construction, cooking, sapping, siegeworks, medicine, engineering, alchemy, military traditions, riding, tactics, training, special weapons handling, path-finding, scouting, hunting, and so forth.

 

Corporal
Corporals are regarded as veterans of service, having been bloodied or tested in multiple ways and have proven their worth as professional soldiers. They are entrusted with more duties and responsibilities than their Private counterparts and hold some degree of seniority over them, often guiding them through their duties and training. A Corporal has usually begun to fully master their specialization and are adept in a few key civilian and military skill sets, often proving as indispensable pieces towards a brigade’s overall success.

 

* Senior Corporal (Snr. Corporal)
Senior Corporals are those who have mastered their original specialization and can be relied upon to be effective combat assets on the battlefield. They are soldiers who have been a part of a number of military operations and are well versed in the ways of warfare. Having obtained technical expertise, these soldiers begin to pivot towards developing their leadership skills. Snr. Corporals are also expected to obtain an additional specialization that is useful to their Brigade or Regiment.

 

Sergeant
Sergeants are the first rank in the enlisted force structure that wield actual command authority. They are battle tested and combat hardened soldiers with a wealth of military knowledge and experience. Sergeants are looked upon to lead squads of soldiers in the pursuit of some goal or the tactical vision of their superiors. They also work closely with their commanding officers at home by maintaining the good order and discipline of their comrades. Their years of military service allows them to occupy leadership billets important to their respective Brigade or Regiment.

 

* Master Sergeant (Mst. Sergeant)
A Master Sergeant is the highest enlisted rank a soldier can obtain. They are experts in all things relating to their specialization, combat skills, military standards, and are well regarded leaders among their peers. They are by far the most grizzled and veteran of the enlisted ranks, having been a part of and/or helped lead a number of military campaigns or operations. The wealth of knowledge and experience of these soldiers is vital to continuation of desired military traditions and standards throughout the ranks. They are even looked upon to mentor commissioned officers and mold them into effective leaders. Master Sergeants also have the unique duty to ensure their Sergeant Corps is operating to expectation and aid their commanding officers in ensuring the needs of the troops are met.

 

 

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Path to Promotion

 

The following promotion criteria are to be used as the standard to mark enlisted rank progression. There still exists the freedom for special circumstances that can be exercised by upper leadership in order to ensure effort and achievements are properly awarded. For example, an individual with exemplary skills which lacks the battle criteria may still earn rank through their domestic efforts. As well, a truly worthy soldier may even earn rank well before the minimum service time gates at the discretion of the Colonel.

 

Recruit to Private

1. Complete Basic Training

 

Private to Spc. Private

1. At least 2 years in Private rank
2. 4 years in service
3. Must obtain specialization

 

Spc. Private to Corporal

1. At least 2 years in Spc. Private rank
2. 6 years in service
3. Fought in a battle (skirmish) or operation/mission (event)

 

Corporal to Snr. Corporal

1. At least 2 years in Corporal rank
2. 8 years in service
3. Fought in a major battle (warclaim) or 4 normal battles (skirmish) or 5 operations/missions (event)
4. No issues noted by leaders or peers in qualifying battles/missions

 

Snr. Corporal to Sergeant

1. At least 2 years in Snr. Corporal rank
2. 10 years in service
3. Fought in 3 major battles (warclaim) or 8 normal battles (skirmish) or 10 operations/missions (event)

• No major issues noted by leaders or peers in qualifying battles/missions

4.  Exemplary behavior, lives military standards, masterful level in specialization

• No court martials, no questionable activity, desirable attitude

 

Sergeant to Mst. Sergeant

1. At least 4 years in Sergeant rank
2. 15 years in service
3. Fought in 6 major battles (warclaim) or 16 normal battles (skirmish) or 20 operations/missions (event) 

• Exemplary behavior, lives military standards, masterful level in specialization

       4. Have worked a leadership billet at some point

 

 

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Signed and Approved

HIS IMPERIAL EXCELLENCY, Alren DeNurem, Secretary of War