USN Marine Corps

# [ARCHIVE] US Marine Corps

## Introduction

The United States Marine Corps (USMC) of the Sea of Thieves was the PvP interested branch of the United States Navy (USN) of the Sea of Thieves. As you might have noticed, they were PvP interested, not focused. The reason behind this was small but distinct; focused implies that that is what they only do, interested means that they lean more into that field. An example of this distinction would be that in other factions there might be a rule that you had to be good at PvP to enter their equivalent of the USMC, we do not. The benefits of joining the USMC were:

- Your own server

- Slightly different chain of command

- Priority on PvP roles in voyages

- Different uniforms

There was not much difference between joining the USMC or staying in the main force of the USN, but we hope this has given you more insight on the matter.

## **Section 1 - Rates of the Marines**

### **Chapter 1. Junior Enlisted**

(E-2) Private 1st Class - The rank of Private 1st Class (Pfc) was the first Marine rank. Upon joining the Marines one will have this rank. A Private 1st Class holds no leadership position and is expected to be an active and mature member of the Marines.

(E-3) Lance Corporal - A Lance Corporal (Lcpl) was a Marine Junior Enlisted who is being looked at for NCO. They are a Marine who has demonstrated their ability to lead and be committed and will be expected to set the example to the Privates below them.

### **Chapter 2. Non Commissioned Officers**

(E-4) Corporal - A Corporal (Cpl) was a 2nd in command of a Squad. A Corporal will be the first line of leadership to JE Marines. They will assist the Sergeant with anything needed. Should the Sergeant be away the Corporal will lead the Squad in their place.

(E-5) Sergeant - A Marine Sergeant (Sgt) would be a Squad leader. Similar to a Navy PO2, they will lead a squad but it will be made up of 8 Junior Enlisted and 1 Corporal as 2nd in command. A Sergeant is expected to set the example and standards for activity and performance.

### **Chapter 3. Senior Non Commissioned Officers**

(E-7) First Sergeant - A Marine First Sergeant (1st Sgt) was the highest ranking Enlisted Marine in a company. They are responsible for advising the Company Commander, handling discipline, and leading the Squad leaders.

(E-9) Battalion Sergeant Major - A Battalion Sergeant Major (Sgt Maj) was the primary Enlisted advisor to a Battalion. They are responsible for providing council to Battalion Command from the Enlisted perspective and leading the NCOs and SNCO under the Battalion.

(E-9) Brigade Sergeant Major - The Brigade Sergeant Major (Brig Sgt Maj) was the highest ranking Sergeant Major in the Marine Brigade. The Brigade Sergeant Major is responsible for advising the Brigade Commander from the Enlisted perspective and leading the NCO and SNCO Corps of the Marine Brigade.

### **Chapter 4. Junior Officers**

(O-1) 2nd Lieutenant - 2nd Lieutenant (2nd LT) was the first Marine Commissioned Officer rank. A 2nd Lieutenant will be a Platoon leader. As a Platoon leader, a 2nd Lieutenant is expected to lead their Marines. At the same time, 2nd Lieutenant is an officer training rank and a 2nd Lieutenant should complete OCS and learn how to be a proper officer.

(O-2) 1st Lieutenant - 1st Lieutenants (1st LT) were Executive Officers to a Company in addition to being a Platoon leader. As a Platoon leader, they will share the same responsibilities as a 2nd Lieutenant. As Company XO they are responsible for the day to day operations and discipline of the Company. Should the company commander be unavailable, the 1st Lieutenant will assume command of the company.

(O-3) Marine Captain - A Marine Captain (Cpt) would be a Company Commander and will lead a company of Marines. As a Company commander, a Marine Captain was a front line officer who is responsible for the training and discipline of their men. They are expected to manage the Platoons under them and appoint a First Sergeant to help lead.

### **Chapter 5. Senior Officers**

(O-4) Major - Major was the Executive Officer to the Battalion commander. Their duty is to be a liaison between the Battalion Commander and the Company Captains. Along with that, the Major is also to take over command in the absence of the Lieutenant Colonel.

(O-5) Lieutenant Colonel - Lieutenant Colonel was the Commanding Officer of a Marine battalion. They’re job as a Senior Officer and battalion commander is to oversee all operations within the Marines. Along with that, they are also responsible for the size of the Marines and work directly with the BOA.

(O-6) Colonel - The Colonel would serve primarily as the Executive Officer to the Brigade Commander. They will assist the General when asked and will maintain a safe level of communication with the officers and the Brigade Commander. The XO will also step into command the brigade if the CC goes on LOA.

### **Chapter 6. Board of Admiralty**

(O-7) Brigadier General - The rank of Brigadier General (Brig. Gen) was the first marine rank that would be on the Board of Admiralty. A Brigadier General will hold command of a Brigade. They are responsible for the operation and welfare of the Battalions under their Brigade. A Brigadier General may be given command of a ship in rare situations.

(O-8) Major General - Major General (Maj. Gen) was the 2nd highest marine rank. Only one person will hold this position at a time. The Major General will command the Regiment of Marines made up of multiple Brigades. They are responsible for the entire function of the Regiment and representing them in the Board of Admiralty. They will be the Executive Officer to the General of the Marines. Major Generals should appoint subordinate Officers and Enlisted leaders to lead.

(O-9) Lieutenant General - Lieutenant General was the highest rank in the Marines. They will be the liaison between the Admiral of the Navy and the rest of the Board of Admiralty. They will command the entirety of the Marines and will determine the rule and regulations along with uniform regulations.