The Red Mission Liberation Force

## Overview

The Red Mission Liberation Force (RMLF) is the military arm of the Red Mission, a government formed in the year 0C in the aftermath of the Mission War. The RMLF was established as a direct response to the perceived inefficiencies and corruption within the Mission Vanguard (MV), with the goal of creating a more transparent, effective, and adaptable military structure. The Red Mission is known for uplifting pre-FTL species and collaborating with other factions in the galactic scene, such as the Union, while maintaining a stable government and efficient use of resources.

## Flexibility of Advanced Militaries

Advanced militaries often feature looser command structures than what is typically seen in "primitive" species, focusing more on roles than ranks and allowing for more flexibility and improvisation. In the field, officers tend to have a high degree of autonomy. The RMLF is no exception to this.

## Structure

### Council of Liberators

The Council of Liberators is the highest authority within the RMLF and serves as a collective leadership body of dozens of individuals. It consists of representatives from various Red Mission planets and factions, responsible for making strategic decisions, overseeing the allocation of resources, and ensuring transparency and integrity within the RMLF. The collective leadership model aims to avoid the concentration of power that contributed to corruption within the MV.

Mirroring the fact that the Red Mission is lead by a triumvirate instead of a single ruler, the Council of Liberators likewise is lead by a group of three, known as the Council Presidency. The current presidency consists of a female Bendonite named Gilla Kue, a Yannis named Vát Tálá, and a male Sora named Deliti Fomelal.

### Planetary Defense Forces

Each Red Mission species is responsible for maintaining its own Planetary Defense Force (PDF), which addresses local security needs and contributes to the overall strength of the RMLF. The PDFs operate independently but maintain a strong cooperative relationship with the RMLF, participating in joint exercises, training programs, and resource sharing initiatives.

### Special Operations Division

The Special Operations Division (SOD) is a highly skilled and versatile force responsible for carrying out specialized missions, such as covert operations, intelligence gathering, and high-priority target elimination. The SOD is directly overseen by the Council of Liberators to ensure that its operations align with the Red Mission's goals and values.

The SOD has not yet quite met the exacting standards of the Shadow Player or Wind Agent programs, but this is a stated goal of the SOD.

### Exploration and Expansion Corps

The Exploration and Expansion Corps (EEC) is responsible for exploring new territories, establishing colonies, and expanding the Red Mission's influence throughout the galactic scene. This division works closely with the Red Mission's scientific and research communities to identify and assess potential areas for expansion.

## Anti-Corruption Measures

To further ensure transparency and prevent corruption within the RMLF, the Red Mission leadership has implemented several key policies and practices:

### Regular Audits and Oversight

The Council of Liberators conducts regular audits of the RMLF's finances, procurement processes, and personnel management, with the goal of detecting and preventing corruption. Independent oversight bodies, made up of representatives from various Red Mission species, are also involved in this process to ensure impartiality.

### Whistleblower Protections

The Red Mission has established strong whistleblower protections to encourage individuals within the RMLF to report instances of corruption or misconduct without fear of retaliation. This empowers members of the RMLF to hold their colleagues and superiors accountable, fostering a culture of transparency and integrity.

### Rotation of Leadership

To prevent the accumulation of power and influence within the RMLF, the Red Mission mandates regular rotation of leadership positions, including the Council of Liberators. This ensures that no individual can maintain control over a particular division or unit for an extended period, reducing the potential for corruption and promoting a dynamic, adaptive organizational structure.