ImperialBlood

"The most important part of being a Colonial Marine is setting an ambition, and achieving it - through discipline, adaptability, valor and aggression" - ImperialBlood
ImperialBlood, formerly known as Scaryblokhead is the current Commandant of the United States Colonial Marine Corps, first assuming the role in December 2013. An almost omnipresent figure and diligent professional, ImperialBlood has been at the forefront of the most transformative decade in the group's history, guided by a philosophy of laissez-faire leadership. Most Marines don't remember a time without him as the Commandant, and he is credited with providing the stability and inspiration needed for the group to succeed, alongside a talented body of Officers and NCOs.
As Commandant, he is responsible for strategic direction and overall performance of the Colonial Marines: including administration, organisational structure, overseeing development, and directly managing the HIGHCOMM body. He is also the Chief Recruiter of TAC. Previous positions of command include TECOM Commanding Officer and Commanding Officer of the Marine Raider Regiment, which he founded. No matter how hard you try, you will never make this man angry. 
Imperial is the group's longest serving officer, and one of its most decorated veterans. With almost ten years at the top, his influence has directly or subtly shaped the development of the disciplined fighting force we are today. He remains determined in his mission to lead the Marines towards ever-greater heights. 
==History==
==== Early Life ====
Fuelled by a recent viewing of Aliens, Scaryblokhead (now ImperialBlood) enlisted in the Colonial Marines in late 2012. Finding a sense of belonging and purpose, he quickly rose through the ranks alongside his close friend Gamerboy0770. His initial foray into USCM activity was a brief raid (possibly the last) against the Austratt Empire.
Their first major event together involved a trip to the now-decommissioned LV-435 base in January 2013. There, under the guidance of SMCM Skull26, Imperial became acquainted with other future comrades like Gunnery Sergeant Fox6095, Captain Darkspiritwolf, and General Go70. Imperial was stunned by the potential of the Aliens experience on the platform, and began petitioning for certain changes across the group - assisting the partially defunct Smartgunner detachment, devoid of their signature weapon, would have been a good start. It was also during this period that the USCM's sole developer, dark’s friend Stealth, retired. This left the group somewhat stagnant. 
Enlisted 
Undeterred, Imperial consistently attended events with Gamerboy0770. His dedication was rewarded with a promotion to Lance Corporal in January 2013, a rank he held when he embarked on his first base-building project: LV-452. Despite Commandant Quaker45's initial rejection, the outpost received positive feedback from officers and NCOs alike, who frequently hosted patrols there. LV-452's lifespan was short-lived, however, as Imperial set his sights on a more ambitious project while Quaker released a modernized successor to the aging LV-435. 
This period was marked by irregular spells of activity, the most notable being the USSF Crusades (United States Special Forces.) Throughout this campaign, Imperial's responsiveness, tactical mindset and teamwork improved. His consistent displays of valour earned him a promotion to Staff Sergeant in late February 2013, a fiery baptism that solidified his commitment to the group. In his new role, he found himself assisting Captain Darkspiritwolf with basic training while also offering advice to Gunnery Sergeant Fox6095 on his vehicular designs.
NCO 
The most significant event during Imperial's time as Staff Sergeant was undoubtedly the completion of the Atmospheric Processor. This expansive facility, with its authentic appearance and accessible interior, quickly became the USCM's central activity hub for multiple months. It attracted frequent visits from officers like Lieutenant Texas713 and General AlaricWolf, but it was General Go70 who truly favoured the Processor, hosting the majority of his events there. These events, however, were far from conventional. 
Go70's infamous "Slender-Go" games transformed the Processor into a survival arena, pitting Marines against an invisible, invincible enemy. Recognizing the impracticality of these exercises, Imperial (now a Gunnery Sergeant himself) began hosting his own simulations – roleplay-based scenarios heavily inspired by the Aliens franchise, emphasising entertainment value while building teamwork/communication. These events became extremely popular (20+ attendees on occasion) and supported the majority of domestic activity. Unbeknownst to most, these simulations triggered CoderQwerty's first interaction with the USCM (fixing a UA-571c sentry gun), where Imperial invited him to join shortly afterwards. The Processor also housed the USCM's first attempt at replicating a functioning combat drop, utilizing a brick camp to simulate the descent experience for Marines.
Imperial's continued contributions earned him a promotion to Master Sergeant (with a brief stint as Sergeant Major). He was now a serious candidate for an officer position, alongside his comrade Fox6095. With Colonel Skull26 advocating for him, General Go70 and General AlaricWolf agreed to assess Imperial's officer potential. The assessment took place at the Atmospheric Processor in late March 2013 and involved Imperial leading a discipline and combat training session. Following a successful hour and a half, Imperial was informed by Colonel Skull26 that he had passed and would be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant, replacing the recently retired Texas713.
While the tides of war would soon position the balance of activity towards foreign targets, the Processor continued to evolve and revolutionise the in-game experience for the next two years.
Company Grade Officer 
This period also saw the USCM play a pivotal role in the establishment of the United World Federation (UWF), a powerful alliance committed to shared values. However, this newfound unity was soon tested as hostilities flared up with Keyrut's UNSC, laying the groundwork for the First UNSC War and propelling Imperial into his first major conflict as a commissioned officer. 
After a scuffed interaction between the Mobile Bloxxers and Keyrut's UNSC, war was declared. The First UNSC War was a crucible for ImperialBlood, now a Second Lieutenant. He led his Marines with in numerous bloody skirmishes against Keyrut's forces at Fort Tatterack, and the strategically vital Epsilon Eridani system, occupied by UNSC ally RAA. At the former, marine forces erected vehicle barricades within the narrow tunnels, supported by concentrated tank fire. The Battle of Fort Solum (against RAA) was Imperial's first offensive victory as a commanding officer in the USCM. While the war was closely contested, UNSC capitulated and hostilities ceased in June 2013. Imperial's field leadership and strategic thinking greatly improved, and he departed the war as a Captain. 
Unfortunately, the war's conclusion brought a lull in activity for one month, and the USCM departed from the UWF. Many Marines, including Gamerboy0770, drifted away. The inactivity from higher-level leadership frustrated Imperial, who saw immense potential in the USCM. Partnering with CoderQwerty, Cravitus, Fox6095 and Go70, they embarked on a revitalization effort. The first major initiative championed by this collective was Fort Stark, which while never completed, inspired the next generation of weapons, vehicles, and the facilities successor. 
Field Grade Officer 
The USCM experienced positive growth in attendances and rapid technological innovations, resulting in Imperial's promotion to Major. Despite this progress, internal conflicts arose. General Go70 was dismissed after volatile behaviour towards Marines, and Imperial was temporarily demoted to Captain after confronting the General. Quaker45 had misunderstood the situation, and Imperial was soon re-instated to Major. Undeterred, he continued to organize events and maintain a sense of camaraderie amongst his Marines, at times single-handedly managing the USCM's event agenda. Punctuating this period was the return of Darkspiritwolf, and the softening of relations with the UWF. 
On other fronts, the promising game "Alien Survival" attracted new members, some skilled, some undisciplined. New divisions emerged: Fox6095's Armored Division for trained vehicle operators, and Darkspiritwolf's Aerospace Division for skilled pilots. Imperial himself founded the enigmatic Special Operations (now MRR) with Staff Sergeant Causlan (soon succeeded as XO by Mateyz). CoderQwerty transformed an old project with Imperial into Installation Otion, the USCM's first operational base since LV-435. The reliable base fostered activity, morale and successful outreach with other groups such as the Russian Army. The newly minted Special Operations first observed heavy combat during the Installation Otion era. At one point, Imperial (now a Colonel) was visited by his retired mentor Skull26, who remarked on his potential for group leadership. Veterans fondly remember Installation Otion for its activity, fair competition, and sense of community. 
Staff Grade Officer - General 
As Autumn descended, Imperial focused much of his attention on special operations and arranging skirmishes against random targets. His dedication was rewarded with a promotion to Lieutenant General and ultimately, General in November 2013 under Commandant Darkspiritwolf's brief term as leader. Imperial and CoderQwerty collaborated on a new base, the Forward Operating Base, surpassing Installation Otion in every way. The larger facility boasted features like a revised interactive menu, more weapons, and the renowned command console for officers to direct combat. The FOB could accommodate even the newly released Cravitus tilt-rotor models, the V55 and V56. revolutionizing USCM combat. 
The USCM officially reconnected with the UWF in December 2013, a welcome development after USCM's post-war departure. Unfortunately, internal tensions arose when Commandant Quaker45, who had resumed leadership, prioritized attending an Imperium of Man event over the first USCM officer meeting. After unanimous agreement from officers, Imperial and Darkspiritwolf demanded his resignation. Losing the confidence of the Marines, Quaker stepped down, handing leadership to Imperial. The substitution of leadership was fortuitous, as a new threat loomed on the horizon. 
Staff Grade Officer - Newly appointed Commandant 
As Commandant, Imperial and his leadership cadre fostered a thriving environment as the group surpassed 450 members. Technological advancements by CoderQwerty and Cravitus, coupled with movie nights, game nights, and livestreams, boosted activity and morale. The FOB's impressive arsenal continued to attract attention. With a reinvigorated USCM, Keyrut's UNSC, with their Crown System base, became a prime target. After a series of raids with mixed results, Imperial and Darkspiritwolf devised a daring plan. They lured Keyrut into a peace meeting, a clever disguise for a well-orchestrated assassination. Almost immediately, the UNSC ignited hostilities with the UWF once again in what became known as the Second UNSC War. Both factions were more prepared, and numerically stronger compared to their previous encounter. 
 
'The New Offensive'
== Equipment/Appearance ==
===Weapons of Choice ===
- M83 SADAR
- M41M Pulse Battle Rifle
- M37A2 Pump
- Armat Model 79
===Armor Paint===
Bust Skulls, with an illustrated skull and kill count ~ since 2013
Notable claw mark on rear M3 Ballistics Plate
=== Cosmetics===
- Sarge's Helmet ~2013-2014
- Military Officer's Cap ~2014-2022
- Trecky hair ~2013-2022
- Grey hair and Army Green Service Cap with two rows of oak leaves ~2023-Present
COMM ImperialBlood utilizes the camo cover M10 ballistic helmet.
== Medals/Ribbons ==
Commandant Medals-0.png|Ribbons (all included medals are in ribbon form.)
* Commandant's Medal of Honor
* Financial Contributor Ribbon
* USAF Crusades Ribbon
* Exceptional Leadership Ribbon
* Purple Heart Medal
* NCO Ribbon
* Honor Guard Ribbon
* Austratt Crusades Ribbon
* Vortex Security Crusades Ribbon
* Exceptional Discipline Ribbon
* WIJ Crusades Ribbon
* Battle of Installation Otion Ribbon
* Battle of Korari Ribbon
* First UNSC War Ribbon
* Second UNSC War Ribbon
* Infantry Service Medal
* Armored Service Medal
* Aerospace Service Medal
* Exceptional Combat Ribbon
* Luttrell Ribbon
* Distinguished Veteran Service Medal
* Veteran of Valor Service Medal
* Special Forces Service Medal
* Navy Cross Medal
* Vanguard Medal
* Exceptional Service Medal
* USSF Crusades Ribbon
* Wonkaspare Medal
* Coalition Invasion of Varcia Ribbon
==Quotes and Trivia==
* "Good GOD."
* "Your did it"
* "Right, that's it."
* "KARRECT"
* "Glorious."
* "Well done, you're the big picture guy now."
* "You're on fire today, RCT".
- The classic good cop and an advocate of soft power, who prefers leaving the shouting to his officer and NCO cadre.
- World's Best Chinese Food Delivery Man
== Notable Accomplishments==
- Founded the Marine Raider Regiment and the Talent Acquisition Corps. 
- Imperial has been every rank in the group, except SGTMAJ, RCT, SMCM and ACOMM. He established the latter three during his tenure as COMM, but discontinued ACOMM. 
- Introduced the institutional DAVA values that nurtured the group's modern identity. 
- Imperial has an exemplary combat leadership record, amassing victories against VAK, Keyrut's UNSC, USAF, USSF and other historical clans. 
- Punctuated the group's withdrawal from the United World Federation alliance in 2020, of which he was a leading member. The coalition fell into a state of disrepair mere months later. 
- Produced six active facilities for the group: LV-452, Training Base Lycan, the Atmospheric Processor, Pinemoor, the Forward Command Headquarters, and the Forward Operating Base. 
- Championed the USCM's simulated combat experiences and events. 
- Designed 3 of the group's medals, and 21 of the group's ribbons. 
- Recruited CPT Mateyz and MAJ CoderQwerty 
== Memes ==
meme234.png|Made by Echo4890 in early 2018, this meme depicts Cravitus blocking the Commandant from making gamepasses.
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