Sovereign Marine Corps

The Sovereign Marine Corps is that branch of the Sovereign Military of the Imperium employed as rapid strike assault forces, shipboard security and boarding forces as well as specialized breakthrough and targeted strike missions.

Commandant
At its pinnacle, the Corps is led by the Commandant of the Marine Corps, who holds the rank of general. This officer is hand-picked by the Sovereign to serve at their pleasure. They are the direct conduit of command between the Imperial High Seat and the Corps. This officer answers to the Minister of Defense.

Marine Corps Command
Assisting the Commandant in the administration and operations of the Corps are the generals of Marine Corps Command, which is the central command authority for the entirety of the Sovereign Marine Corps. These senior officers manage the different bureaux of administration and oversight and are responsible for setting the standards and protocols which regulate operations, discipline, training and more. Medical, logistics and ordnance and weaponry services are maintained by the Navy, which the Corps forces are attached to.


 * Bureau of Operations (BuOps)


 * Bureau of Planning (BuPlan)


 * Bureau of Personnel (BuPers)

Companies
The largest unit of Marines is the 240-man company, which is the largest force stationed on the Navy's heaviest cruisers. These forces are well-armed and capable. Their commanding officer is of the rank of major, and this officer answers to the commander of the ship.

Squadrons
12-man squadrons of marines are led by a lieutenant, and are used for a variety of operational activities.

Fire Teams
As in the Army, a fire team consists of 6 troops and is led by a senior sergeant.

Flag Officers

 * General
 * Brigadier

Line Officers

 * Major


 * Lieutenant


 * Ensign

Enlisted Personnel

 * Senior Sergeant


 * Sergeant


 * Corporal


 * Private