174th Battle Group Handbook

- This handbook is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the - 174th Battle Group, its structure, operations, and guidelines for - members. It serves as a reference for both new recruits and seasoned - members to ensure consistency and efficiency within the group. -

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Using This Handbook

- This handbook is organized into sections that cover various aspects of - the 174th Battle Group. Each section is designed to provide clear and - concise information on specific topics. -

- Members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the contents of - this handbook and refer to it regularly to ensure they are adhering to - the standards and expectations of the 174th Battle Group. -

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Departments

- Departments govern specific gameplay loops and organisational - activities across the group. Unlike divisions, which define a member's - operational role, departments cut across divisional boundaries; a - member belongs to both a division and a department. For example, an - engineer holds a rank within the Auxiliary division but belongs to the - Engineering department; a combat medic serves in the Marine division - but belongs to the Medical department alongside dedicated medical - officers in Auxiliary. -

- Command: Responsible for overall leadership, - strategy, and decision-making. -
- Operations: Responsible for planning and executing - missions. -
- Human Resources: Manages recruitment, training, and - personnel welfare. -
- Medical: Responsible for the health and medical - readiness of all personnel, including both field first aid and - primary care. -
- Engineering: Responsible for the maintenance, - repair, and construction of ships, equipment, and facilities. -
- Logistics: Manages supplies, equipment, and - transportation. -
- Mining: Oversees resource extraction and - management. -

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Divisions

- The 174th Battle Group is organised into three distinct divisions: - Naval, Marine, and Auxiliary. This structure reflects the - fundamentally different operational environments and skill sets - required to execute the full spectrum of the group's missions. - Divisions define a member's operational role: how and where they do - what they do. They are distinct from departments, which govern - specific gameplay loops and functions that cut across all divisions. -

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Naval

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174th Battle Group Handbook

- The Naval division encompasses all personnel whose primary role - involves the operation, command, or crew of spacecraft. Naval - personnel are responsible for projecting force across space, - maintaining control of key transit corridors, and providing fire - support and transport capability to the broader group. + This handbook is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the + 174th Battle Group, its structure, operations, and guidelines for + members. It serves as a reference for both new recruits and seasoned + members to ensure consistency and efficiency within the group.

- A dedicated naval structure is necessary because ship operations - demand a distinct chain of command, specialised technical knowledge, - and a culture built around vessel readiness and fleet coordination. - Conflating ship crews with ground forces would dilute accountability - and obscure the specific competencies each role demands. -

Marine

Using This Handbook

- The Marine division encompasses all personnel whose primary role - involves ground combat, boarding actions, facility assault or - defence, and close-quarters operations. Marines are the group's - primary fighting force on foot, responsible for securing objectives - that cannot be taken from orbit alone. + This handbook is organized into sections that cover various aspects + of the 174th Battle Group. Each section is designed to provide clear + and concise information on specific topics.

- A separate marine structure is necessary because ground and boarding - operations require a different tactical doctrine, equipment - standard, and leadership model to ship-based roles. Marines must - train and operate independently of the fleet while remaining able to - integrate seamlessly with Naval assets, a relationship that works - best when each division has its own coherent hierarchy and identity. + Members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the contents + of this handbook and refer to it regularly to ensure they are + adhering to the standards and expectations of the 174th Battle + Group.

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Auxiliary

Departments

- The Auxiliary division encompasses all personnel whose primary role - involves enabling the operational effectiveness of the Naval and - Marine divisions. Auxiliary personnel ensure the group can sustain - itself independently, maintain its assets, and generate the - resources required for prolonged operations. + Departments govern specific gameplay loops and organisational + activities across the group. Unlike divisions, which define a + member's operational role, departments cut across divisional + boundaries; a member belongs to both a division and a department. + For example, an engineer holds a rank within the Auxiliary division + but belongs to the Engineering department; a combat medic serves in + the Marine division but belongs to the Medical department alongside + dedicated medical officers in Auxiliary.

+ Command: Responsible for overall leadership, + strategy, and decision-making. +
+ Operations: Responsible for planning and + executing missions. +
+ Human Resources: Manages recruitment, training, + and personnel welfare. +
+ Medical: Responsible for the health and medical + readiness of all personnel, including both field first aid and + primary care. +
+ Engineering: Responsible for the maintenance, + repair, and construction of ships, equipment, and facilities. +
+ Logistics: Manages supplies, equipment, and + transportation. +
+ Mining: Oversees resource extraction and + management. +

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Divisions

- A dedicated auxiliary structure is necessary because enablement - roles require their own doctrine, career progression, and leadership - chain. Embedding auxiliary personnel into operational divisions - risks subordinating their work to short-term tactical priorities; a - separate division ensures that logistics, medical readiness, and - resource generation receive sustained command attention and are - treated as strategic priorities in their own right. + The 174th Battle Group is organised into three distinct divisions: + Naval, Marine, and Auxiliary. This structure reflects the + fundamentally different operational environments and skill sets + required to execute the full spectrum of the group's missions. + Divisions define a member's operational role: how and where they do + what they do. They are distinct from departments, which govern + specific gameplay loops and functions that cut across all divisions.

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Roles

- Roles define the specific position a member fills within their - division. A member holds one role at a time, which governs their - primary responsibilities during operations. -

- Role assignments are preferential and cannot be guaranteed. Command - will always make every effort to place members in their desired role, - but operational requirements may mean that a member is asked to fill a - different position. Members are encouraged to express their - preferences and will be accommodated wherever possible. -

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Naval

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Ship Captain

- Commands the ship and oversees all operations on board. - Responsible for the safety and effectiveness of the crew and - vessel. -

Pilot

Naval

- Operates smaller cockpit-sized vessels, such as fighters and - shuttles, and may also serve as a supporting pilot on larger ships - such as operating drones. + The Naval division encompasses all personnel whose primary role + involves the operation, command, or crew of spacecraft. Naval + personnel are responsible for projecting force across space, + maintaining control of key transit corridors, and providing fire + support and transport capability to the broader group.

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Helmsman

- Responsible for navigation and ship handling of larger vessels - such as capital ships and carriers, working closely with the - captain to execute maneuvers and maintain formation. + A dedicated naval structure is necessary because ship operations + demand a distinct chain of command, specialised technical + knowledge, and a culture built around vessel readiness and fleet + coordination. Conflating ship crews with ground forces would + dilute accountability and obscure the specific competencies each + role demands.

Gunner

Marine

- Manages the ship's weapon systems and targets enemy vessels using - both remote and manned turrets. + The Marine division encompasses all personnel whose primary role + involves ground combat, boarding actions, facility assault or + defence, and close-quarters operations. Marines are the group's + primary fighting force on foot, responsible for securing + objectives that cannot be taken from orbit alone.

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Tactical Marine

- The mainstay of the Marine division, making up the bulk of its - combat forces. Frontline soldiers trained for a variety of combat - scenarios from planetary assaults to boarding enemy vessels. + A separate marine structure is necessary because ground and + boarding operations require a different tactical doctrine, + equipment standard, and leadership model to ship-based roles. + Marines must train and operate independently of the fleet while + remaining able to integrate seamlessly with Naval assets, a + relationship that works best when each division has its own + coherent hierarchy and identity.

Heavy Marine

Auxiliary

- Heavily armed and armored soldiers, specializing in frontline - assaults and breaching fortified positions with heavy weaponry and - explosives. Tough to take down but less mobile than Tactical - Marines. + The Auxiliary division encompasses all personnel whose primary + role involves enabling the operational effectiveness of the Naval + and Marine divisions. Auxiliary personnel ensure the group can + sustain itself independently, maintain its assets, and generate + the resources required for prolonged operations.

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Scout Marine

- Reconnaissance specialists, skilled in stealth, surveillance, and - gathering intelligence behind enemy lines. Scouts are lightly - armed and rely on speed and evasion rather than direct - confrontation, allowing them to operate in high-speed environments - where heavier Marines would struggle to survive. + A dedicated auxiliary structure is necessary because enablement + roles require their own doctrine, career progression, and + leadership chain. Embedding auxiliary personnel into operational + divisions risks subordinating their work to short-term tactical + priorities; a separate division ensures that logistics, medical + readiness, and resource generation receive sustained command + attention and are treated as strategic priorities in their own + right.

Combat Medic

- Provides medical support on the battlefield by securing and - stabilising wounded personnel, performing emergency medical - procedures, and coordinating with medical evacuation assets. - Combat Medics are trained to operate under fire and are essential - for maintaining the fighting strength of the Marine division - during sustained engagements. -

Roles

+ Roles define the specific position a member fills within their + division. A member holds one role at a time, which governs their + primary responsibilities during operations. +

+ Role assignments are preferential and cannot be guaranteed. Command + will always make every effort to place members in their desired + role, but operational requirements may mean that a member is asked + to fill a different position. Members are encouraged to express + their preferences and will be accommodated wherever possible. +

Combat Engineer

- Handles demolition, fortifications, and battlefield construction, - supporting both offensive and defensive operations. Usually - assigned to maintaining fighting vehicles such as tanks and - dropships, but may also be tasked with breaching operations or - field fortification during boarding actions and planetary - assaults. -

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Ship Captain

+ Commands the ship and oversees all operations on board. + Responsible for the safety and effectiveness of the crew and + vessel. +

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Pilot

+ Operates smaller cockpit-sized vessels, such as fighters and + shuttles, and may also serve as a supporting pilot on larger + ships such as operating drones. +

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Helmsman

+ Responsible for navigation and ship handling of larger vessels + such as capital ships and carriers, working closely with the + captain to execute maneuvers and maintain formation. +

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Gunner

+ Manages the ship's weapon systems and targets enemy vessels + using both remote and manned turrets. +

Warden

- If bounty hunters were military personnel, they would be Wardens. - They specialise in tracking, capturing, and subduing targets with - a focus on non-lethal tactics. Wardens are experts in - close-quarters combat and are often deployed for high-value target - capture missions where preserving the target is a priority. They - also serve as both brig guards and prison transport specialists, - responsible for the secure handling of detainees during transport - and incarceration. -

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Tactical Marine

+ The mainstay of the Marine division, making up the bulk of its + combat forces. Frontline soldiers trained for a variety of + combat scenarios from planetary assaults to boarding enemy + vessels. +

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Heavy Marine

+ Heavily armed and armored soldiers, specializing in frontline + assaults and breaching fortified positions with heavy weaponry + and explosives. Tough to take down but less mobile than Tactical + Marines. +

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Scout Marine

+ Reconnaissance specialists, skilled in stealth, surveillance, + and gathering intelligence behind enemy lines. Scouts are + lightly armed and rely on speed and evasion rather than direct + confrontation, allowing them to operate in high-speed + environments where heavier Marines would struggle to survive. +

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Combat Medic

+ Provides medical support on the battlefield by securing and + stabilising wounded personnel, performing emergency medical + procedures, and coordinating with medical evacuation assets. + Combat Medics are trained to operate under fire and are + essential for maintaining the fighting strength of the Marine + division during sustained engagements. +

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Combat Engineer

+ Handles demolition, fortifications, and battlefield + construction, supporting both offensive and defensive + operations. Usually assigned to maintaining fighting vehicles + such as tanks and dropships, but may also be tasked with + breaching operations or field fortification during boarding + actions and planetary assaults. +

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Warden

+ If bounty hunters were military personnel, they would be + Wardens. They specialise in tracking, capturing, and subduing + targets with a focus on non-lethal tactics. Wardens are experts + in close-quarters combat and are often deployed for high-value + target capture missions where preserving the target is a + priority. They also serve as both brig guards and prison + transport specialists, responsible for the secure handling of + detainees during transport and incarceration. +

Auxiliary

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Engineer

- Maintains, repairs, and manages the power and component systems of - the group's ships and facilities. Engineers keep vessels - operational during and after engagements, handling everything from - routine maintenance to emergency damage control under fire. -

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Engineer

+ Maintains, repairs, and manages the power and component systems + of the group's ships and facilities. Engineers keep vessels + operational during and after engagements, handling everything + from routine maintenance to emergency damage control under fire. +

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Hazardous Materials Specialist

+ Handles the safe transport, storage, and disposal of dangerous + substances, including radioactive, toxic, and volatile + materials. Trained to operate in contaminated environments and + to manage hazards that would endanger untrained personnel. +

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Medical Doctor

+ Provides primary and advanced medical care to group personnel, + both during operations and in dedicated medical facilities. + Responsible for long-term treatment, recovery, and the overall + medical readiness of the group beyond the battlefield first aid + handled by Combat Medics. +

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Quartermaster

+ Manages the group's stores of equipment, weapons, and supplies, + ensuring personnel are properly outfitted for their assignments. + Responsible for inventory control, requisition, and maintaining + standard-issue loadouts across the group. +

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Cargo Technician

+ Responsible for the loading, securing, and transport of cargo + across the fleet. Cargo Technicians ensure goods and resources + are moved efficiently and safely, coordinating with pilots and + Quartermasters to keep supply lines running. +

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Craftsman

+ Manufactures and fabricates components, equipment, and supplies + the group cannot easily source elsewhere. Craftsmen support the + group's self-sufficiency by turning raw and refined materials + into usable goods. +

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Mining Technician

+ Operates mining vessels and equipment to extract raw resources + from asteroids and celestial bodies. Mining Technicians are the + front end of the group's resource pipeline, gathering the + materials that sustain prolonged operations. +

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Salvage Operator

+ Recovers and processes materials from derelict ships and space + debris using salvage equipment. Salvage Operators turn wreckage + into usable resources, supporting the group's independence from + external supply. +

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Expeditionary Analyst

+ Surveys and assesses uncharted or unfamiliar regions ahead of + group operations, gathering data on terrain, resources, and + potential hazards. Expeditionary Analysts provide the + environmental and logistical intelligence needed to plan + expeditions and resource operations. +

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Intelligence Agent

+ Gathers, analyses, and disseminates information on potential + threats, targets, and opportunities. Intelligence Agents handle + reconnaissance, data running, and counter-intelligence, giving + command the situational awareness required to make informed + decisions. Often overlooked, these clandestine operatives are + the eyes and ears of the group, working behind the scenes to + ensure the safety and success of operations through superior + information. +

Hazardous Materials Specialist

Ranks

+ The 174th Battle Group uses a rank system to denote hierarchy and + roles within its divisions. Below is a breakdown of the ranks for + each division: +

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	Description	Naval	Marine	Auxiliary
Rank 0	Entry-level	Cadet	Private	Trainee
Rank 1	Proven experience	Ensign	Corporal	Technician
Rank 2	Specialised role	Lieutenant	Sergeant	Specialist
Rank 3	Tactical leadership	Captain	Major	Supervisor
Rank 4	Operational leadership	Commodore	Commander	Chief
Rank 5	Strategic command	Admiral	General	Marshal

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Rank 0: Entry Level

- Handles the safe transport, storage, and disposal of dangerous - substances, including radioactive, toxic, and volatile materials. - Trained to operate in contaminated environments and to manage - hazards that would endanger untrained personnel. + Assigned to all new recruits on joining the group. No prior + experience or requirements. Members at this rank are expected to + complete their initial training period before advancing.

Medical Doctor

Rank 1: Proven Experience

- Provides primary and advanced medical care to group personnel, - both during operations and in dedicated medical facilities. - Responsible for long-term treatment, recovery, and the overall - medical readiness of the group beyond the battlefield first aid - handled by Combat Medics. + Requires demonstrated competence and commitment following the + initial training period. Members at this rank have shown they can + operate reliably within their division.

Quartermaster

Rank 2: Specialised Role

- Manages the group's stores of equipment, weapons, and supplies, - ensuring personnel are properly outfitted for their assignments. - Responsible for inventory control, requisition, and maintaining - standard-issue loadouts across the group. + Requires established expertise in a specific discipline within + their department. Rank 2 is the minimum rank required to hold a + defined role within a department.

Cargo Technician

Rank 3: Tactical Leadership

- Responsible for the loading, securing, and transport of cargo - across the fleet. Cargo Technicians ensure goods and resources are - moved efficiently and safely, coordinating with pilots and - Quartermasters to keep supply lines running. + The lowest leadership rank. Requires the demonstrated ability to + lead a small team and take responsibility for their performance + and welfare. Members at this rank are expected to make tactical + decisions independently.

Craftsman

Rank 4: Operational Leadership

- Manufactures and fabricates components, equipment, and supplies - the group cannot easily source elsewhere. Craftsmen support the - group's self-sufficiency by turning raw and refined materials into - usable goods. + Requires a proven track record of tactical leadership at Rank 3. + Members at this rank lead other leaders, coordinating multiple + teams or assets toward a broader operational objective.

Mining Technician

Rank 5: Strategic Command

- Operates mining vessels and equipment to extract raw resources - from asteroids and celestial bodies. Mining Technicians are the - front end of the group's resource pipeline, gathering the - materials that sustain prolonged operations. + The highest rank within each division. Reserved for members who + have demonstrated sustained operational leadership at the highest + level. Responsible for divisional direction, long-term capability, + and representing the division in group-wide decisions.

Salvage Operator

Command Structure

+ The 174th Battle Group is governed by a council of three: the + Admiral (Naval), the General (Marine), and the Marshal (Auxiliary). + Each holds Rank 5 within their division and together form the + highest decision-making authority in the group. No single individual + outranks the others; authority at the top level is collective. +

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Chain of Command

- Recovers and processes materials from derelict ships and space - debris using salvage equipment. Salvage Operators turn wreckage - into usable resources, supporting the group's independence from - external supply. + Within each division, authority flows downward by rank. Members + follow the orders of the nearest ranking member above them in + their own division. Rank 3 is the lowest rank at which a member + holds formal leadership responsibility; members below Rank 3 are + not expected to direct others.

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Expeditionary Analyst

- Surveys and assesses uncharted or unfamiliar regions ahead of - group operations, gathering data on terrain, resources, and - potential hazards. Expeditionary Analysts provide the - environmental and logistical intelligence needed to plan - expeditions and resource operations. + Department heads hold authority within their domain regardless of + divisional rank. A member must follow direction from their + department head on matters within that department's scope. + However, the council of Rank 5s may override any department head + by vote.

Intelligence Agent

Operational Authority

- Gathers, analyses, and disseminates information on potential - threats, targets, and opportunities. Intelligence Agents handle - reconnaissance, data running, and counter-intelligence, giving - command the situational awareness required to make informed - decisions. Often overlooked, these clandestine operatives are the - eyes and ears of the group, working behind the scenes to ensure - the safety and success of operations through superior information. + During active operations, a ship's captain holds complete + authority over everything that occurs aboard their vessel. This + applies to all personnel on board regardless of division or + department, including Marine and Auxiliary members embarked for a + mission. Captains are expected to exercise this authority in + accordance with group procedures; the scope of their authority is + operational, not administrative.

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Ranks

- The 174th Battle Group uses a rank system to denote hierarchy and - roles within its divisions. Below is a breakdown of the ranks for each - division: -

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	Description	Naval	Marine	Auxiliary
Rank 0	Entry-level	Cadet	Private	Trainee
Rank 1	Proven experience	Ensign	Corporal	Technician
Rank 2	Specialised role	Lieutenant	Sergeant	Specialist
Rank 3	Tactical leadership	Captain	Major	Supervisor
Rank 4	Operational leadership	Commodore	Commander	Chief
Rank 5	Strategic command	Admiral	General	Marshal

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Rank 0: Entry Level

- Assigned to all new recruits on joining the group. No prior - experience or requirements. Members at this rank are expected to - complete their initial training period before advancing. -

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Rank 1: Proven Experience

- Requires demonstrated competence and commitment following the - initial training period. Members at this rank have shown they can - operate reliably within their division. -

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Rank 2: Specialised Role

- Requires established expertise in a specific discipline within their - department. Rank 2 is the minimum rank required to hold a defined - role within a department. -

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Rank 3: Tactical Leadership

- The lowest leadership rank. Requires the demonstrated ability to - lead a small team and take responsibility for their performance and - welfare. Members at this rank are expected to make tactical - decisions independently. -

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Rank 4: Operational Leadership

- Requires a proven track record of tactical leadership at Rank 3. - Members at this rank lead other leaders, coordinating multiple teams - or assets toward a broader operational objective. -

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Rank 5: Strategic Command

- The highest rank within each division. Reserved for members who have - demonstrated sustained operational leadership at the highest level. - Responsible for divisional direction, long-term capability, and - representing the division in group-wide decisions. -

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Command Structure

- The 174th Battle Group is governed by a council of three: the Admiral - (Naval), the General (Marine), and the Marshal (Auxiliary). Each holds - Rank 5 within their division and together form the highest - decision-making authority in the group. No single individual outranks - the others; authority at the top level is collective. -

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Chain of Command

- Within each division, authority flows downward by rank. Members - follow the orders of the nearest ranking member above them in their - own division. Rank 3 is the lowest rank at which a member holds - formal leadership responsibility; members below Rank 3 are not - expected to direct others. -

- Department heads hold authority within their domain regardless of - divisional rank. A member must follow direction from their - department head on matters within that department's scope. However, - the council of Rank 5s may override any department head by vote. -

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Operational Authority

- During active operations, a ship's captain holds complete authority - over everything that occurs aboard their vessel. This applies to all - personnel on board regardless of division or department, including - Marine and Auxiliary members embarked for a mission. Captains are - expected to exercise this authority in accordance with group - procedures; the scope of their authority is operational, not - administrative. -

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Decision-Making

Decisions are made at the lowest appropriate level:

- Major decisions — changes to group structure, - policy, or direction — are made by a vote of the Rank 5 council. A - majority is required to pass. -
- Routine decisions within a division or department - are made by the relevant division leader or department head - without requiring a council vote. -
- Community votes may be called for decisions that - affect the group broadly. All members Rank 1 and above are - eligible to participate. -

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Joining Process

- The following describes the full path from initial contact to - confirmed membership. Every step applies to all applicants without - exception; officers do not have the authority to bypass the process - for any individual. -

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Prerequisites

- Before applying, a prospective member must meet all of the following - requirements. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not - proceed. -

- Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old. - The 174th Battle Group operates as an adult community; this - requirement is non-negotiable. -
- Star Citizen account: Applicants must own a copy - of Star Citizen and hold a verified RSI account in good standing. - The group does not accept applicants who have not purchased the - game. -
- No prior bans: Applicants must not have been - previously banned from the 174th Battle Group or from any other - group known to leadership. Known ban histories must be disclosed - during the interview; undisclosed prior bans discovered later are - grounds for immediate removal. -

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Application

- The joining process begins when a prospective member joins the - group's Discord server. On joining, they are automatically presented - with a short questionnaire covering basic information: their RSI - handle, their age, their prior Star Citizen experience, and their - areas of interest within the group. -

- Once the questionnaire is submitted, an available officer will - arrange a voice interview. This is conducted on the group's Discord - server and is the primary vetting step. The interview serves three - purposes: to verify the information provided in the questionnaire, - to assess whether the applicant is a good fit for the group's - culture and expectations, and to give the applicant the opportunity - to ask questions before committing. -

- Following the interview, the officer makes an accept or decline - decision. If the applicant is declined, the officer must provide a - brief reason. Declined applicants may reapply after 30 days unless - the decline was on the grounds of a prior ban or conduct, in which - case the matter is referred to the Rank 5 council. -

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Onboarding

- Accepted applicants are onboarded immediately following the - interview. The following steps are completed before the new recruit - participates in any group activity: -

- Discord role: The Rank 0 role is assigned, - granting access to member-only channels. -
- RSI org invite: An invitation to join the group's - RSI organisation is sent. The recruit is expected to accept within - 48 hours. -
- Introduction post: The recruit posts a brief - introduction in the designated welcome channel. This is not - optional; it is the first step in becoming known to the group. -
- Mentor assignment: The recruit is assigned a - mentor: an experienced member, Rank 2 or above, from their area of - interest. The mentor is the recruit's primary point of contact - throughout the probation period. -

- Division assignment is not made at this stage. Recruits enter the - group as undeclared and spend the probation period determining where - they fit before the formal assignment is made. -

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Probation Period

- All new members begin at Rank 0 and remain on probation until they - advance to Rank 1. The probation period has no fixed end date; it - concludes when the recruit meets the advancement requirements. - During this period, the recruit has full access to group activities - but does not hold a formal role and may not exercise any authority - over other members. -

Training during probation is structured around two activities:

- Shadowing: Recruits attend operations and - activities alongside experienced members. This is the primary way - recruits learn the group's procedures, communication standards, - and expectations in practice. Recruits are expected to observe - before acting and to ask their mentor when uncertain. -
- Department drills: Departments organise periodic - drills covering their specific discipline: ship combat and - formation flying for Naval, FPS exercises and boarding drills for - Marine, and field repair and resource operations for Auxiliary. - Recruits are expected to attend drills relevant to their intended - area and to treat them as a required part of their training, not - an optional extra. -

- Mentors are expected to provide regular feedback to the recruit - throughout the probation period and to raise any concerns with their - division leader or department head promptly. Recruits who are - struggling should be given guidance before any formal escalation. -

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Advancing to Rank 1

- Advancement from Rank 0 to Rank 1 marks the end of probation and - formal entry into the group as a full member. To advance, a recruit - must satisfy all of the following: -

- Minimum participation: The recruit must have - attended at least three group sessions. Sessions count only if the - recruit was an active participant, not merely present. -
- Drill attendance: The recruit must have attended - at least one drill run by the department of their intended - division. This is the single most concrete indicator of whether - they are prepared for the role. -
- Minimum time: At least two weeks must have - elapsed since the recruit joined. This ensures that advancement - reflects consistent participation over time, not a concentrated - burst of activity. -
- Rank 3 sign-off: A Rank 3 or above officer, - typically the recruit's mentor or their division leader, must - confirm that the recruit is ready to advance. This sign-off - reflects a judgment that the recruit understands and upholds the - group's standards and is a good fit for full membership. -

- On advancing to Rank 1, the recruit's division is formally assigned - based on the area they trained in. If the recruit has not settled on - a division, the assigning officer and mentor will make the - recommendation based on what was observed during probation. The - recruit is granted the Rank 1 Discord role for their division and is - eligible to begin working toward a defined role within their - department. -

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Rules of Engagement

- The Rules of Engagement define when and how members of the 174th - Battle Group are authorised to use force. All members are expected to - know and follow these rules at all times. Failure to do so may result - in disciplinary action. -

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Authorised Use of Force

Force is authorised only under the following conditions:

- Direct hostile action: A target has taken hostile - action against group members or assets. -
- Demonstrated hostile intent: A target has - displayed clear hostile intent, such as weapons charged and - directed at group personnel or an aggressive approach with no - communication. -
- Standing orders: Command has designated the - target hostile by standing order prior to the engagement. -
- Active contract or mission objective: The target - is identified as an objective within a sanctioned mission or - contract. -
- Defence of a neutral or civilian: A neutral or - civilian is under active attack and the group has the capacity to - intervene. -

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Escalation and Warning

- Unless a member or the group is under active fire, a warning must be - issued before engaging. Members must make a reasonable attempt to - communicate intent and allow the target an opportunity to stand - down. If the target does not respond or continues to advance, force - may be used under the applicable condition above. -

- Offensive engagements, where the group initiates contact against a - target not currently attacking, require explicit authorisation from - a Rank 4 or higher officer, or from the council. Individual members - may not initiate offensive action on their own authority. -

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Civilians and Neutrals

- The default stance toward civilians and neutral parties is to avoid - interaction entirely. Members must not provoke, threaten, or engage - neutral parties without authorisation. If a neutral becomes a direct - threat, the escalation process applies before force may be used. -

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Surrendered and Fleeing Enemies

- Enemies who surrender or attempt to flee must be pursued and - captured where possible. Lethal force against a surrendered or - fleeing enemy is a last resort, permitted only when capture is not - feasible and the enemy remains an active threat. Rank 3 and above - may authorise the release of a captured enemy if operational - circumstances require it. -

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Prohibited Actions

- The following actions are prohibited at all times, regardless of - orders: -

- Impairing medical vessels: Medical ships must not - be attacked, disabled, or obstructed unless the vessel is - confirmed hostile and the group has its own medical capacity - available. -
- Destroying escape pods: Escape pods must never be - destroyed. Members are expected to pursue and capture them where - possible. -
- Griefing: Harassment, repeated unprovoked - attacks, and any conduct intended to ruin the experience of other - players is strictly prohibited. -

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Friendly Fire

- All friendly fire incidents, accidental or otherwise, must be - reported to the commanding officer immediately and documented. - Members involved must stand down and await instruction before - continuing the engagement. -

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Target Verification

- Before engaging any target, members must have visual confirmation of - hostile action or recognised hostile markings. Uncertainty is not - sufficient grounds to open fire. If a member cannot confirm a target - is hostile, they must hold fire and seek clarification from their - commanding officer. -

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Code of Conduct

- The Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of - all members of the 174th Battle Group. It applies across all group - platforms and activities: in-game, on Discord, on any other group - tools, and on external platforms when a member is visibly representing - the group. Membership is conditional on upholding these standards. -

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Expected Behaviour

All members are expected to:

- Treat all members and non-members with respect at all times. -
- Refrain from harassment, hate speech, and discrimination in any - form. -
Follow the orders of ranking members during operations.
- Raise disputes through proper channels rather than through direct - confrontation. -
Be honest with leadership and fellow members.

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Disciplinary Process

- Discipline is handled on a case by case basis. There are no fixed - tiers; the response is proportionate to the severity and context of - the conduct in question. -

- Informal warning: Any Rank 3 or above may issue - an informal warning for minor conduct issues. -
- Formal warning: A Rank 4 officer or department - head may issue a formal warning for more serious or repeated - issues. -
- Removal: Removal from the group requires a vote - of the Rank 5 council. A majority is required to pass. -

- Members subject to disciplinary action have the right to present - their account of events before a decision is reached. Inactivity is - not treated as a conduct issue and is governed separately. -

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Grounds for Immediate Removal

- The following offences result in immediate removal from the group - without prior warning. The council may vote to make the removal - permanent. -

Cheating or exploiting game mechanics.
- Doxxing or sharing personal information about another member - without their consent. -
Hate speech or discrimination of any kind.
Threatening or blackmailing members.

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Appeals

- Any member who has received a formal warning or been removed from - the group may appeal the decision to the full Rank 5 council. The - council will review the appeal and reach a final decision by - majority vote. Appeal decisions are binding. -

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Leave of Absence

- A Leave of Absence allows members to step back from group activities - temporarily without losing their standing. Members are encouraged to - give notice rather than simply going quiet, both out of courtesy and - to ensure their absence is not misread as disengagement. -

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Requesting Leave

- Members going on leave should post a notice in the designated - Discord channel. There is no hard notice period; as much advance - notice as possible is appreciated but not required. The notice - should include an expected return date if known, and a rough - duration if not. -

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Duration

- There is no maximum leave duration. Members may be absent for as - long as necessary. If leave extends significantly beyond the - originally stated period, members are encouraged to post an update - in the leave channel so leadership can plan accordingly. -

- Members holding Rank 3 or above must check in at least once per - month during an extended absence. This ensures that leadership - positions can be managed appropriately and that the group is not - left without visibility over its senior members. -

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Rank During Leave

- A member's rank is held for them while on leave. Where operational - necessity requires it, a leadership position may be temporarily - filled by another member during the absence. On return, the original - rank is fully restored. -

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Returning from Leave

- On returning from leave, members should check in with their - department head or division leader before resuming normal - activities. This ensures they are briefed on anything that changed - during their absence and can be reintegrated smoothly. -

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Unannounced Absence

- If a member goes inactive without notice, a Rank 3 or above will - attempt to make contact before any further action is taken. - Unannounced absence is not treated as a conduct issue unless contact - goes unanswered for an extended period, at which point the matter - may be escalated to the disciplinary process. -

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Fleet Composition

Design Principles

- The fleet composition must adhere to the following design - principles: -

- Self-Sufficiency: We are disconnected from UEE - supply lines, so we need to be able to maintain and repair our - ships independently. -
- Versatility: Our fleet must be capable of - handling a wide range of missions, from combat to exploration to - trade. -
- Quality over Quantity: We will prioritize - maintaining a smaller fleet of high-quality, well-maintained ships - over a larger fleet of lower-quality vessels. -

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Standard Issue Ships

- Though we may have access to a variety of ships, the following are - the standard issue ships that we will maintain in our fleet: -

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Space Superiority Fighter

- A fast and agile fighter designed for space combat, capable of - engaging enemy ships and screening for larger vessels. -

Decision-Making

Decisions are made at the lowest appropriate level:

- Primary Ship: - Scorpius + Major decisions — changes to group structure, + policy, or direction — are made by a vote of the Rank 5 council. + A majority is required to pass.
- Vanduul Variant: - Glaive (replica). For missions where we need to blend in with Vanduul forces or - operate in Vanduul-controlled space. + Routine decisions within a division or + department are made by the relevant division leader or + department head without requiring a council vote.

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Anti-Capital Ship

- A heavily armed ship designed to take on larger capital ships, - equipped with powerful weapons such as torpedoes and beam weapons - able to penetrate heavy armor. -

- Primary Ship: - Tiburon + Community votes may be called for decisions + that affect the group broadly. All members Rank 1 and above are + eligible to participate.

Ground Bomber

Joining Process

+ The following describes the full path from initial contact to + confirmed membership. Every step applies to all applicants without + exception; officers do not have the authority to bypass the process + for any individual. +

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Prerequisites

- A ship designed to deliver powerful ordnance against ground - targets. + Before applying, a prospective member must meet all of the + following requirements. Applications that do not meet these + criteria will not proceed.

- Primary Ship: - Retaliator + Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old. + The 174th Battle Group operates as an adult community; this + requirement is non-negotiable. +
+ Star Citizen account: Applicants must own a + copy of Star Citizen and hold a verified RSI account in good + standing. The group does not accept applicants who have not + purchased the game.
- Scorched-Earth Variant: - A2 Hercules Starlifter. For missions where we need to deny the - enemy access to resources or territory, capable of delivering - powerful area-of-effect weapons to destroy infrastructure and - resources. + No prior bans: Applicants must not have been + previously banned from the 174th Battle Group or from any other + group known to leadership. Known ban histories must be disclosed + during the interview; undisclosed prior bans discovered later + are grounds for immediate removal.

Stealth Bomber

Application

- A ship designed to deliver powerful ordnance against high-value - targets while avoiding detection, equipped with advanced stealth - technology and capable of penetrating enemy defenses to strike - critical infrastructure or capital ships. + The joining process begins when a prospective member joins the + group's Discord server. On joining, they are automatically + presented with a short questionnaire covering basic information: + their RSI handle, their age, their prior Star Citizen experience, + and their areas of interest within the group. +

+ Once the questionnaire is submitted, an available officer will + arrange a voice interview. This is conducted on the group's + Discord server and is the primary vetting step. The interview + serves three purposes: to verify the information provided in the + questionnaire, to assess whether the applicant is a good fit for + the group's culture and expectations, and to give the applicant + the opportunity to ask questions before committing. +

+ Following the interview, the officer makes an accept or decline + decision. If the applicant is declined, the officer must provide a + brief reason. Declined applicants may reapply after 30 days unless + the decline was on the grounds of a prior ban or conduct, in which + case the matter is referred to the Rank 5 council.

- Primary Ship: - Eclipse -

Dropship

Onboarding

- A ship designed to transport troops and equipment to and from the - battlefield whilst providing close air support and protection, - capable of deploying forces directly into combat zones without the - need for an escort or support. + Accepted applicants are onboarded immediately following the + interview. The following steps are completed before the new + recruit participates in any group activity:

- Primary Ship: - Valkyrie + Discord role: The Rank 0 role is assigned, + granting access to member-only channels.
- Vehicle Variant: - Asgard. A smaller version of the Valkyrie but with a larger - cargo bay designed to transport vehicles and heavy equipment, - capable of deploying forces directly into combat zones without - the need for an escort or support. + RSI org invite: An invitation to join the + group's RSI organisation is sent. The recruit is expected to + accept within 48 hours.

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Stealth Dropship

- A ship designed to transport troops and equipment to and from the - battlefield while avoiding detection, equipped with advanced - stealth technology and capable of deploying forces directly into - combat zones without the need for an escort or support. -

- Primary Ship: - Prowler + Introduction post: The recruit posts a brief + introduction in the designated welcome channel. This is not + optional; it is the first step in becoming known to the group.

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Boarding Ship

- A ship designed to transport boarding parties and equipment for - boarding operations, able to quickly and efficiently deploy forces - onto enemy vessels or structures. -

- Primary Ship: - Legionnaire + Mentor assignment: The recruit is assigned a + mentor: an experienced member, Rank 2 or above, from their area + of interest. The mentor is the recruit's primary point of + contact throughout the probation period.

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Ship of the Line

- A heavily armed and armored ship designed to serve as the backbone - of our fleet, capable of engaging enemy capital ships and - providing support for smaller vessels. + Division assignment is not made at this stage. Recruits enter the + group as undeclared and spend the probation period determining + where they fit before the formal assignment is made.

- Primary Ship: - Perseus -

Command Ship

Probation Period

+ All new members begin at Rank 0 and remain on probation until they + advance to Rank 1. The probation period has no fixed end date; it + concludes when the recruit meets the advancement requirements. + During this period, the recruit has full access to group + activities but does not hold a formal role and may not exercise + any authority over other members. +

- A ship designed to serve as the command center for our fleet, - equipped with advanced communication and sensor systems to - coordinate fleet operations and provide situational awareness as - well as dedicated medical facilities to support our personnel - during extended missions. + Training during probation is structured around two activities:

- Primary Ship: - Idris-K + Shadowing: Recruits attend operations and + activities alongside experienced members. This is the primary + way recruits learn the group's procedures, communication + standards, and expectations in practice. Recruits are expected + to observe before acting and to ask their mentor when uncertain.
- Patrol Variant: - Polaris. A lighter and more agile variant designed for - reconnaissance and patrol missions, capable of operating - independently or as part of a larger fleet. + Department drills: Departments organise + periodic drills covering their specific discipline: ship combat + and formation flying for Naval, FPS exercises and boarding + drills for Marine, and field repair and resource operations for + Auxiliary. Recruits are expected to attend drills relevant to + their intended area and to treat them as a required part of + their training, not an optional extra.

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Carrier

- A ship designed to serve as a mobile staging point for our fleet, - capable of launching and recovering smaller vessels and providing - support for extended missions. + Mentors are expected to provide regular feedback to the recruit + throughout the probation period and to raise any concerns with + their division leader or department head promptly. Recruits who + are struggling should be given guidance before any formal + escalation.

- Primary Ship: - Kraken -

Interdictor

Advancing to Rank 1

- A ship designed to disrupt enemy communications and sensor - systems, capable of jamming or hacking enemy vessels to gain an - advantage in combat or reconnaissance. + Advancement from Rank 0 to Rank 1 marks the end of probation and + formal entry into the group as a full member. To advance, a + recruit must satisfy all of the following:

- Primary Ship: - Vanguard Sentinel + Minimum participation: The recruit must have + attended at least three group sessions. Sessions count only if + the recruit was an active participant, not merely present.

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Ambulance

- A ship designed to provide medical support and evacuation for our - personnel, equipped with advanced medical facilities and capable - of transporting injured personnel to safety. -

- Primary Ship: - Terrapin Medic + Drill attendance: The recruit must have + attended at least one drill run by the department of their + intended division. This is the single most concrete indicator of + whether they are prepared for the role.
- Rescue Variant: - Cutlass Red. For search and rescue operations, capable of - quickly reaching and extracting personnel from dangerous - situations. + Minimum time: At least two weeks must have + elapsed since the recruit joined. This ensures that advancement + reflects consistent participation over time, not a concentrated + burst of activity.
- Field Hospital Variant: - Apollo Medivac. For advanced medical care during extended - missions, equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities and - staffed by highly trained medical personnel. + Rank 3 sign-off: A Rank 3 or above officer, + typically the recruit's mentor or their division leader, must + confirm that the recruit is ready to advance. This sign-off + reflects a judgment that the recruit understands and upholds the + group's standards and is a good fit for full membership.

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Minelayer

- A ship designed to deploy mines and other area-denial weapons, - capable of creating defensive perimeters or disrupting enemy - movements. + On advancing to Rank 1, the recruit's division is formally + assigned based on the area they trained in. If the recruit has not + settled on a division, the assigning officer and mentor will make + the recommendation based on what was observed during probation. + The recruit is granted the Rank 1 Discord role for their division + and is eligible to begin working toward a defined role within + their department.

- Primary Ship: - Nautilus -

Snub Fighter

- A small and agile fighter designed for hit-and-run tactics, - capable of quickly engaging and disengaging from enemy forces. -

Rules of Engagement

+ The Rules of Engagement define when and how members of the 174th + Battle Group are authorised to use force. All members are expected + to know and follow these rules at all times. Failure to do so may + result in disciplinary action. +

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Authorised Use of Force

Force is authorised only under the following conditions:

- Primary Ship: - Fury + Direct hostile action: A target has taken + hostile action against group members or assets.
- Snub Bomber Variant: - Fury MX. Designed to deliver overwhelming missile firepower - against enemy targets, capable of quickly engaging and - disengaging from combat while delivering devastating strikes. + Demonstrated hostile intent: A target has + displayed clear hostile intent, such as weapons charged and + directed at group personnel or an aggressive approach with no + communication.

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Anti-Swarm Ship

- A ship designed to engage and destroy smaller aerospace threats - such as enemy fighters and ordnance, equipped with multiple - rapid-fire weapons and advanced targeting systems to effectively - counter many targets in parallel as well as providing overwhelming - suppression against ground targets. -

- Primary Ship: - Hammerhead + Standing orders: Command has designated the + target hostile by standing order prior to the engagement.

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Mining Vessel

- A ship designed to extract and process resources from asteroids - and other celestial bodies, equipped with advanced mining - equipment and storage facilities to support sustained mining - operations. -

- Primary Ship: - Mole (Orion once available) + Active contract or mission objective: The + target is identified as an objective within a sanctioned mission + or contract.

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Salvage Vessel

- A ship designed to extract and process resources from derelict - ships and other space debris, equipped with advanced salvage - equipment and storage facilities to support sustained salvage - operations. -

- Primary Ship: - Reclaimer + Defence of a neutral or civilian: A neutral or + civilian is under active attack and the group has the capacity + to intervene.

Mothership

Escalation and Warning

- A large and heavily equipped ship designed to serve as a mobile - base of operations for our fleet, capable of supporting extended - missions and providing facilities for repair, resupply, and - personnel support. + Unless a member or the group is under active fire, a warning must + be issued before engaging. Members must make a reasonable attempt + to communicate intent and allow the target an opportunity to stand + down. If the target does not respond or continues to advance, + force may be used under the applicable condition above. +

+ Offensive engagements, where the group initiates contact against a + target not currently attacking, require explicit authorisation + from a Rank 4 or higher officer, or from the council. Individual + members may not initiate offensive action on their own authority.

- Primary Ship: - Ironclad Assault -

Freighter

Civilians and Neutrals

- A large cargo ship designed for transporting goods and resources - across the galaxy, equipped with extensive storage facilities and - advanced navigation systems for long-distance travel. + The default stance toward civilians and neutral parties is to + avoid interaction entirely. Members must not provoke, threaten, or + engage neutral parties without authorisation. If a neutral becomes + a direct threat, the escalation process applies before force may + be used.

- Primary Ship: - Hull C (Hull E once available) -

Refueler

Surrendered and Fleeing Enemies

- A ship designed to provide fuel and other resources to other - vessels in space, equipped with advanced refueling systems and - storage facilities to support extended operations. + Enemies who surrender or attempt to flee must be pursued and + captured where possible. Lethal force against a surrendered or + fleeing enemy is a last resort, permitted only when capture is not + feasible and the enemy remains an active threat. Rank 3 and above + may authorise the release of a captured enemy if operational + circumstances require it.

- Primary Ship: - Starfarer Gemini -

Datarunner

Prohibited Actions

- A ship designed to transport sensitive data and information across - the galaxy, equipped with advanced security systems and storage - facilities to ensure the safe delivery of critical information. + The following actions are prohibited at all times, regardless of + orders:

- Primary Ship: - Herald + Impairing medical vessels: Medical ships must + not be attacked, disabled, or obstructed unless the vessel is + confirmed hostile and the group has its own medical capacity + available. +
+ Destroying escape pods: Escape pods must never + be destroyed. Members are expected to pursue and capture them + where possible. +
+ Griefing: Harassment, repeated unprovoked + attacks, and any conduct intended to ruin the experience of + other players is strictly prohibited.

Exploration Vessel

Friendly Fire

- A ship designed for deep space exploration, equipped with advanced - sensors, long-range communication systems, and living quarters to - support extended missions in uncharted regions of the galaxy. + All friendly fire incidents, accidental or otherwise, must be + reported to the commanding officer immediately and documented. + Members involved must stand down and await instruction before + continuing the engagement.

- Primary Ship: - Carrack -

Repair Ship

Target Verification

- A ship designed for repairing and maintaining other vessels in - space, equipped with advanced repair systems, tools, and storage - facilities to support extended operations. + Before engaging any target, members must have visual confirmation + of hostile action or recognised hostile markings. Uncertainty is + not sufficient grounds to open fire. If a member cannot confirm a + target is hostile, they must hold fire and seek clarification from + their commanding officer.

- Primary Ship: - Crucible -

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Gear Loadouts

- The following loadouts are the standard issue equipment for members of - the 174th Battle Group, organized by division. -

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Marine Loadouts

Code of Conduct

+ The Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of + all members of the 174th Battle Group. It applies across all group + platforms and activities: in-game, on Discord, on any other group + tools, and on external platforms when a member is visibly + representing the group. Membership is conditional on upholding these + standards. +

Heavy Loadout

Expected Behaviour

All members are expected to:

- Undersuit: - Stoneskin Undersuit -
- Helmet: - Morozov-SH Helmet + Treat all members and non-members with respect at all times.
- Armor: - Morozov-SH Core + Refrain from harassment, hate speech, and discrimination in any + form.
Follow the orders of ranking members during operations.
- Arms: - Morozov-SH Arms -
- Legs: - Morozov-SH Legs -
- Weapons: -
- Pulverizer LMG
- TripleDown Shotgun Pistol
+ Raise disputes through proper channels rather than through + direct confrontation.
Be honest with leadership and fellow members.

Scout Loadout

Disciplinary Process

+ Discipline is handled on a case by case basis. There are no fixed + tiers; the response is proportionate to the severity and context + of the conduct in question. +

- Undersuit: - Stoneskin Undersuit -
- Helmet: - Arden-SL Helmet -
- Armor: - Arden-SL Core + Informal warning: Any Rank 3 or above may issue + an informal warning for minor conduct issues.
- Arms: - Arden-SL Arms + Formal warning: A Rank 4 officer or department + head may issue a formal warning for more serious or repeated + issues.
- Legs: - Arden-SL Legs -
- Weapons: -
- P6-LR Sniper Rifle
- Yubarev Pistol
+ Removal: Removal from the group requires a vote + of the Rank 5 council. A majority is required to pass.

+ Members subject to disciplinary action have the right to present + their account of events before a decision is reached. Inactivity + is not treated as a conduct issue and is governed separately. +

Tactical Loadout

Grounds for Immediate Removal

+ The following offences result in immediate removal from the group + without prior warning. The council may vote to make the removal + permanent. +

Cheating or exploiting game mechanics.
- Undersuit: - Stoneskin Undersuit -
- Helmet: - DustUp Helmet Tactical -
- Armor: - DustUp Core Tactical -
- Arms: - DustUp Arms Tactical -
- Legs: - DustUp Legs Tactical -
- Weapons: -
- Killshot Rifle
- S-38 Pistol
+ Doxxing or sharing personal information about another member + without their consent.
Hate speech or discrimination of any kind.
Threatening or blackmailing members.

Navy Loadouts

Appeals

+ Any member who has received a formal warning or been removed from + the group may appeal the decision to the full Rank 5 council. The + council will review the appeal and reach a final decision by + majority vote. Appeal decisions are binding. +

Crew Loadout

- Undersuit: - Stoneskin Undersuit -
- Helmet: - Calico Helmet Tactical -
- Armor: - Calico Core Tactical -
- Arms: - Calico Arms Tactical -
- Legs: - Calico Legs Tactical -
- Weapons: -
- Arclight Pistol
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Leave of Absence

+ A Leave of Absence allows members to step back from group activities + temporarily without losing their standing. Members are encouraged to + give notice rather than simply going quiet, both out of courtesy and + to ensure their absence is not misread as disengagement. +

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Requesting Leave

+ Members going on leave should post a notice in the designated + Discord channel. There is no hard notice period; as much advance + notice as possible is appreciated but not required. The notice + should include an expected return date if known, and a rough + duration if not. +

Turret Gunner Loadout

Duration

- Turret gunners are exposed to harsh conditions and potential enemy - fire, so their loadout prioritizes durability and protection while - still allowing for effective operation of their weapons. + There is no maximum leave duration. Members may be absent for as + long as necessary. If leave extends significantly beyond the + originally stated period, members are encouraged to post an update + in the leave channel so leadership can plan accordingly. +

+ Members holding Rank 3 or above must check in at least once per + month during an extended absence. This ensures that leadership + positions can be managed appropriately and that the group is not + left without visibility over its senior members.

- Undersuit: - Stoneskin Undersuit -
- Helmet: - ADP-mk4 Helmet -
- Armor: - ADP-mk4 Core -
- Arms: - ADP-mk4 Arms -
- Legs: - ADP-mk4 Legs -
- Weapons: -
- Arclight Pistol
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Pilot Loadout

Rank During Leave

- Pilots are responsible for navigating and controlling the ship, so - their loadout focuses on mitigating g-forces. + A member's rank is held for them while on leave. Where operational + necessity requires it, a leadership position may be temporarily + filled by another member during the absence. On return, the + original rank is fully restored. +

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Returning from Leave

+ On returning from leave, members should check in with their + department head or division leader before resuming normal + activities. This ensures they are briefed on anything that changed + during their absence and can be reintegrated smoothly. +

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Unannounced Absence

+ If a member goes inactive without notice, a Rank 3 or above will + attempt to make contact before any further action is taken. + Unannounced absence is not treated as a conduct issue unless + contact goes unanswered for an extended period, at which point the + matter may be escalated to the disciplinary process.

- Undersuit: - Tailwind Flight Suit -
- Helmet: - Tailwind Flight Helmet -
- Weapons: -
- Arclight Pistol
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Auxiliary Loadouts

Fleet Composition

Engineer Loadout

Design Principles

+ The fleet composition must adhere to the following design + principles: +

- Undersuit: - Novikov Exploration Suit -
- Helmet: - Novikov Helmet + Self-Sufficiency: We are disconnected from UEE + supply lines, so we need to be able to maintain and repair our + ships independently.
- Weapons: -
- Cambio SRT
- APX Fire Extinguisher
+ Versatility: Our fleet must be capable of + handling a wide range of missions, from combat to exploration to + trade.
- Gadgets: -
- - Pyro RYT Multi-Tool with TruHold Tractor Beam Attachment -
+ Quality over Quantity: We will prioritize + maintaining a smaller fleet of high-quality, well-maintained + ships over a larger fleet of lower-quality vessels.