UNITED FEDERATION

STARFLEET MARINE CORPS MEMBERSHIP MANUAL

Original By:

Brigadier MilesPower Dagger

Editors:

Brigadier MilesPrower Dagger

Major Jonathan G. Wilson

Brigadier Kimberly Hoffman

Captain Rosine Heinkel

Published By:

UF Starfleet Marine Corps Command

Intended Audience:

All Current and Future Members of UF Starfleet Marine Corps

Reviewing Authority

UF Starfleet Marine Corps Command

Revision History

First Edition: January 31, 2012

== Attention on Deck! ==

Greetings Prospective Marines!

Let me be the first to welcome you to my beloved Corp! The Marine Corp exists for members and fans

alike that prefer a more militaristic setting. The Corp holds strong to old traditions such as saluting, which

has fallen out of service from most institutions in the 24th Century. The reason for this is of our heritage,

not only are we the descendants of some of Old Earth’s most fearsome military forces, but with the

founding, we also received new blood-form orders like Andorian Imperial Guard.

The Corp is not grounded in war; we exist to ensure peace and stability for the Federation and its Citizens.

We are highly trained in tactics and strategy, and we are instilled with a fierce loyalty to the Federation.

This fire is cooled and controlled by the steel discipline we instill in every Marine that earns the privilege

to wear our uniform. That’s right, I said earn the privilege. Becoming a marine takes hard work and

discipline, but anyone can do it as long as they are committed.

I encourage you to read the following manual closely and ask questions of our dedicated command staff.

Should you choose to join our ranks and defend the Federation through the use of superior firepower, then

I will see you somewhere among the stars!

Simper Fi!

Brigadier MilesPrower Dagger

Commandant

United Federation Starfleet Marine Corps

Table of Contents == Attention on Deck! == ............................................................................................................................ 43

Abbreviations .............................................................................................................................................. 75

Section 1: Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 86

1.2 Why Aa Marine Corps? ..................................................................................................................... 86

1.3 Mission of the UFS Marine Corps...................................................................................................... 86

1.4 How to Become a UFS Marine .......................................................................................................... 86

1.5 Individual Marine: Reservist or Active Duty ..................................................................................... 86

Section 2: Organization ............................................................................................................................... 97

2.1 Marine Command ............................................................................................................................. 97

2.1.1 General Staff .............................................................................................................................. 97

2.1.2 Support Staff .............................................................................................................................. 97

2.1.3 TCOM Support Staff ................................................................................................................... 97

2.1.4 MAROPS Support Staff ............................................................................................................... 97

2.2 Organizational Arrangement of Units ............................................................................................... 97

2.2.1 Marine Detachment ................................................................................................................... 97

2.2.2 Marine Task Force .................................................................................................................... 108

2.2.3 Marine Regiment ..................................................................................................................... 108

2.2.4 Marine Command .................................................................................................................... 108

2.3 Marine Command Numbering and Coverage Area......................................................................... 119

2.3.1 Selecting a Unit Number .......................................................................................................... 119

2.3.2 Putting It All Together .............................................................................................................. 119

2.4 Ranks ............................................................................................................................................. 1210

Section 3: Marine Operations ................................................................................................................. 1311

3.1 Marine Task Force ......................................................................................................................... 1311

3.2 Marine Detachment ...................................................................................................................... 1311

3.3 Standards, Banners, Streamers, and Unit Heraldry ...................................................................... 1311

3.3.1 Degrees of Uniqueness .......................................................................................................... 1311

Section 4: Training Command ................................................................................................................. 1412

Section 5: Branch of Service.................................................................................................................... 1513

5.1 Infantry .......................................................................................................................................... 1513

5.2 Aerospace ..................................................................................................................................... 1513

5.3 Support .......................................................................................................................................... 1513

5.4 Armor ............................................................................................................................................ 1513

5.5 Medical .......................................................................................................................................... 1513

5.6 Combat Engineering ...................................................................................................................... 1513

5.7 Special Operations ........................................................................................................................ 1513

Section 6: Marine Occupational Specialties ............................................................................................ 1715

6.1 Command ...................................................................................................................................... 1715

6.2 Infantry .......................................................................................................................................... 1715

6.3 Aerospace ..................................................................................................................................... 1715

6.4 Support .......................................................................................................................................... 1715

6.5 Armor ............................................................................................................................................ 1816

6.6 Medical .......................................................................................................................................... 1816

6.7 Combat Engineering ...................................................................................................................... 1816

6.8 Special Operations ........................................................................................................................ 1816

Abbreviations

UFS – United Federation Starfleet

UFSMC – United Federation Starfleet Marine Corp

CO/OIC – Commanding Officer or Officer in Charge

XO/DOIC – Executive Officer or Deputy Officer in Charge

CMD – Marine Command

CMD OIC – Marine Command Officer in Charge

MTF – Marine Task Force

MTC OIC – Marine Task Force Officer in Charge

DANT – Commandant of the Marine Corps

DEP DANT – Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corp

SGT MAJMC – Sergeant Major of the Marine Corp

CO MAROPS – Commanding Officer, Marine Operations

CO TCOM – Commanding Officer, Training Command

XO MAROPS – Executive Officer, Marine Operations

XO TCOM – Executive Officer, Training Command

OCTS – Officer Candidate Training School

BD – 10 – Basic Doctrine Level 1

Section 1: Introduction

1.1 An Introduction to UFS and UFSMC The United Federation Starfleet Marine Corp exists to allow Star Trek Fans to enjoy a unique and seldom

seen side of the Federation: its Military. Starfleet’s main function is outside of conflict, after all its

standing directive is to seek out new life forms, new civilizations and to boldly go where no one has gone

before.

1.2 Why a Marine Corps? The UFS Marine Corps allows fans to explore the militant arms of Starfleet, those that want to experience

their fandom as a soldier. There is a standing argument that Marines are “Not Trek” or “Not Cannon” but

neither holds weight. Just because you don’t see something does not mean it isn’t cannon. Any power that

wants to keep power needs to have a force to protect its key facilities. The Romulans have Reman shock

troopers, the Cardassians have several Orders, and the Federation has the Marine Corps. Though the

Federation’s primary mission is one of peace, it is not prudent to be completely without a specialized

fighting force should the need arise for one. Although all members of Starfleet are trained for combat, the

Starfleet Marines hold a special level of combat knowledge and ability.

1.3 Mission of the UFS Marine Corps The UFSMC’s mission is to defend the sovereignty of the Federation and ensure the safety of its citizens.

This is done through the use of superior firepower, extensive training on how to effectively use it,

extensive knowledge of combat and dedication of all Marines sworn to the defense of the Federation.

1.4 How to Become a UFS Marine Persons wishing to join the UF Starfleet Marine Corps (UFSMC) must fill out the UFS application and

select to join the Corps. They must then pass several introductory classes, Specifically BD-10 and, if you

wish to be an officer, OTCS, to ensure they are well aware and versed in the practices and operations of

UFS and the Marine Corp. They will be assigned to a Marine Command (CMD) and then must select a

Marine Task Force (MTF) or a Marine Detachment to join. They must report to the Officer in Charge

(OIC) and will officially be made part of the unit.

1.5 Individual Marine: Reservist or Active Duty The individual marine is the heart and soul of the UFS Marine Corps. The marine falls into one of two

categories within the UFSMC: reservist or active duty. Reservist marines are those that have their primary

duty stations as a role of UF Starfleet, but have been trained to work with the UFS Marines in times of

combat or other special duties. Reservist marines use their UFS rank and titles when dealing with any

UFS matter.

Active Duty marines have their primary role as part of the UFS Marine Corps and use their rank and title

from the UFS Marine Corps, but may also preform duties at regular posts and departments within their

chapter. All extra assigned duties and posts are assigned at the discretion of the Department OIC and/or

the Chapter CO.

Section 2: Organization The UFSMC’s structure has the same basic layout as UFS. It has three levels of operation: Chapter,

Sector, and Fleet. Just like as a UFS member, any marine may become a Chapter CO, a Sector

Commander, and even part of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. We differ only because we have an extra layer if

we need it.

2.1 Marine Command The Fleet level of the Marine Corp is the Marine Corps General Staff and its Support Staff.

2.1.1 General Staff

The General Staff is charged with the day to day operations of the Marine Corps and currently consists of:

Commandant of the Marine Corp (DANT)

Deputy Commandant of the Marine Corp (DEP DANT)

Commanding Officer, Marine Operations (COMAROPS)

Commanding Officer, Training Command (COTCOM)

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corp (SGT MAJMC)

2.1.2 Support Staff

The Support Staff assists the General Staff various duties of the Corps and consist of:

UF Starfleet Marine Historian

Director of UFSMC Awards

Marine Corps Webmaster

Director of UFSMC Heraldry

Marine Corps Quartermaster

Director of Marine Communications

2.1.3 TCOM Support Staff

The TCOM Support Staff assists TCOM various duties and consist of:

Executive Officer, Training Command (XO TCOM)

Branch Commanders

2.1.4 MAROPS Support Staff

The MAROPS Support Staff assists MAROPS various duties and consist of:

Executive Officer, Marine Operations (XO MAROPS)

Marine Command OICs for each Sector

2.2 Organizational Arrangement of Units To make the organizational structure of the UFS Marine Corp a little easier to understand, we will look at

it from the smallest unit, Detachment, to the largest formation, Marine Command.

2.2.1 Marine Detachment

The Detachment is the smallest organizational unit in the design of the UFS Marine Corps. This is the

unit assigned to current Chapters of United Federation Starfleet. Each Chapter may contain one

detachment. The detachment’s design is at the discretion of the Detachment OIC and Chapter CO and can

be comprised of any single or multiple Marine Branches of Service.

2.2.2 Marine Task Force

The MTF is a UFS Chapter comprised of all UFSMC members. It contains the exact same requirements

as a UFS Chapter. For more information, read the UFS Marine Corp Force Commander Manual.

2.2.3 Marine Regiment

The Marine Regiment is a sub-sector level of organization that does not exist in UFS. Not all Commands

have Regiments; they are activated as needed by the Corp.

2.2.4 Marine Command

The Marine Command is the largest of the organizational units in the UFS Marine Corps. The Command

is the same level as a UFS Sector. One Command is attached to each UFS Sector. The Marine Command

OIC reports on a monthly basis to the COMAROPS.

2.3 Marine Command Numbering and Coverage Area The CMD’s are numbered as follows:

1st CMD Metaverses (Second Life, 3rd Rock, UFS Grid, etc.)

2nd CMD Mainland Europe

3rd CMD United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and the surrounding islands

4th CMD New Zealand, Australia,

5th CMD Japan, N & S Korea, Philippines,

6th CMD Asia

7th CMD Mexico, Central and South America

8th CMD Alaska, Western Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan

9th CMD Quebec, Canadian Maritimes: New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia,

Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, Nunavut, Ontario

10th CMD Africa and the Middle East

11th CMD Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

12th CMD New Jersey, New York, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland,

Pennsylvania

13th CMD Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee

14th CMD Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Mississippi, Louisiana

15th CMD Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico

16th CMD Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska

17th CMD Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin

18th CMD Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming

19th CMD Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, American Samoa, Guam, Northern

Mariana Islands

20th CMD Idaho, Oregon, Washington

2.3.1 Selecting a Unit Number

Marine units also get a unique number, but because of our wish to allow the units to develop their own

identity, we have no set numbering system for them. The only rule is first come first serve. Numbers may

only be used once. Each unit is also encouraged to take their number and further develop it. For example

if the 111th Detachment was made up of all aerospace personnel something along the lines of the

following would be appropriate:

“111th Fighter Squadron “Angry Angels”

MAROPS will NOT track anything other than the number and unit type, and the units are encouraged to

go deeper than the number.

2.3.2 Putting It All Together

The Marine layers of organization all work together for the good of and betterment of the membership.

The top level is Marine Command that oversees the entirety of the Corp. Next are the Marine Commands

that are numbered the same as their UFS counterparts. 1st Command is Sector 001. The Regiments break

up the Commands into area for better management. The break up occurs on an easy to understand or

identify basis. For example the US States would each be a Regiment and each Metaverse of 1st Command

is a Regiment.

All marines will be part of a Command, but they will be assigned to either the Detachment or Marine

Task Force. The MTF is a UFS Chapter modified for use by the Corps. Detachments are assigned to UFS

Chapters because their CO and crew want a marine presence. A Detachment may not exist on a ship if the

CO does not want it. A marine’s first station is always their Detachment or MTF.

2.4 Ranks The rank system of the Marine Corps is same as UFS, only with different insignia. All ranks as ‘graded’

and have a matching grade to maintain the structure. For example, in UFS, Ensign is (O-1) or Officer

Grade 1, and in UFSMC, we have 1st Lieutenant as (O-1). The list works for all Enlisted and Officer

ranks. The most important part is to realize the difference between rank and authority.

As stated in the UFS Handbook: Rank and Authority are sometimes confused. Your RANK is fictional

while authority is real. Rank is awarded to members for service within UFS and UFSMC and helps

enhance the Star Trek experience. The AUTHORITY of Commanding Officers, Sector Commanders and

the Joint Chiefs is given to them by the Commander-in-Chief, UFS, in order to enforce their

administrative and management jobs. The fictional pips, up to O-5 (Commander/Lt. Colonel) are awarded

at the discretion of your Chapter CO. Some ranks are given when a member takes up a certain position,

such as when a person becomes a Chapter CO they are promoted to O-6 (Captain/Colonel). More on rank

and promotions is available in the United Federation Starfleet Membership Handbook.

Section 3: Marine Operations Marine Operations (MAROPS) is charged with the administration of the units of the Corp. It is headed by

the Commanding Officer, Marine Operations (COMAROPS). All Marine OICs report to the

COMAROPS via the Monthly Status Report (MSR). The MSR that reaches the COMAROPS starts from

the Detachment level. Each Detachment OIC sends a MSR to their Chapter CO and Command OIC. The

Command OICs compile their reports to the COMAROPS to report to the Commandant. MAROPS also

oversees approval of all new units, support to Mustering Units, and Deployment of new units.

3.1 Marine Task Force A Marine Task is the UFS Chapter composed of only UFSMC personnel. It has the identical requirements

of a UFS Chapter but is modified to better fit with the marines. In the end, the OIC will be a Colonel and

the DOIC a Lt. Colonel with a unit of 10 marines. The OIC and DOIC must be certified through TCOM

to hold their positions. The MTF OIC reports directly to the Command OIC and submits an MSR to them

as well.

3.2 Marine Detachment A Marine Detachment may be as few as one marine and as many as they want. It is a department attached

to a Chapter much like Engineering or Science. The OIC must be certified through TCOM. The

Detachment OIC submits an MSR to the Chapter CO and the Command OIC.

3.3 Standards, Banners, Streamers, and Unit Heraldry A unit’s standards are their identity; it is what makes them, them. They are usually based on a unique

action or characteristic when the unit is new. Each unit must have these approved by UFS Marine Corps

Command to make sure none are copyrighted or too close to the original to not be considered new or

unique.

3.3.1 Degrees of Uniqueness

Some units take their names and logos from current military units. While this is permitted, the logos must

have at least two points of difference between them and the original. This can be an addition or

subtraction of items or changing the color scheme.

Section 4: Training Command Training Command is charged with the development and update of all Marine Manuals, Classes, and

MOS Certifications. Marine Branch Commanders fall under TCOM, experts in their fields that have

volunteered to share that knowledge with their fellow marines. They each oversee a College in the UF

Starfleet Marine Academy that contains all of the classes needed for the MOS Certifications of the Corps.

The Branch Commanders also offer their experience to Online Chapters that need advice on developing a

more authentic setting for their marines.

Section 5: Branch of Service The Branches of the Corp contain the MOS for Marines to choose from.

5.1 Infantry Infantry branch is the backbone of the Marine Corps. It contains all ground base forces. It is based around

two core units, light infantry and powered infantry. Long gone are the days when armies of thousands

fought in one battlefield. Today it is elite groups of troopers trained to fight fast and hard. Light infantry

is based around the rapid deployment and battlefield movement. Powered infantry are specially trained

marines fighting with the aid of armored suits. This armor enhances strength, speed, and carried greater

numbers of weapons.

5.2 Aerospace Aerospace branch contains all fight-capable combat and non-combat vehicles. This includes troop

carriers, cargo planes, armed shuttles, and fighter craft. The focuses of these flight-capable vehicles are

those used for combat on a planet surface or close range attacks on starships. Light weight crafts will also

fall under this category thought full starships do not.

5.3 Support Support branch contains the ‘non-combat’ MOS of the Corps. It contains Communications Specialists,

Logistics, Chaplains, Recruiters, Intelligence, etc. These are the Marines that are least likely to see battle.

The exceptions would be Chaplains who volunteer for hazardous duty and special ops intelligence

personal.

5.4 Armor Armor branch is the heavy forces section of the Corps. It contains all ground vehicles of the Marine Corps

as well as artillery units. The armor branch is also responsible for maintenance and support of all weapons

and ordnance, both heavy and light duty.

5.5 Medical Medical branch contains all medical staff, including physicians, nurses, medics, and medical technicians.

The medical branch is also responsible for all specialized medical equipment as well as medical transport

vehicles. Though the medical branch maintains its own fleet of both ground and flight vehicles, it may

receive support from the armor or aerospace branches.

5.6 Combat Engineering Combat engineering is responsible for a variety of duties, including dive and spacewalk missions,

construction of both ground and air vehicles as well as planetary support structures, planetary

topographical and ecological surveys, and firefighting and structural repair duties.

5.7 Special Operations Special Operations contains uniquely trained individuals from a variety of MOS’s, including those under

other branches of service. Special Ops employs conventional and unconventional wartime tactics to

complete their missions both during combat and times of peace. Missions during times of peace include

intelligence gathering, reconnaissance, counter terrorism, and protection of diplomats and officials.

Special Operations is also the home of the Rapid Response Tactical Squad (RRTS) trained for situations

such as Hostage Rescue and Tactical Engagements with specialized weapons and training.

Section 6: Marine Occupational Specialties MOS is the Marine Corp's ‘Marine Occupational Specialties’ system. It is an extensive list of positions

within the Corp for all members. Each MOS has a unique number as well as a set of required classes to be

certified for that MOS. All MOS are grouped together under branches. All MOS 001-099 are assigned to

Command MOS; they are General Staff, Support Staff and other non-branch related posts.

6.1 Command 001 – Commandant of the UFSMC

002 – Deputy Commandant of the UFSMC

003 – Commanding Officer, Marine Operations

004 – Commanding Officer, Training Command

005 – Executive Officer, Marine Operations

006 – Executive Officer, Training Command

007 – Sergeant Major of the UF Starfleet Marine Corp

010 – Chief of Staff to the Commandant of the UFSMC

011 – Marine Corp Historian

012 – Director of Marine Communications

013 – Director of UFSMC Awards

014 – Marine Corp Quartermaster

015 – Marine Corp Webmaster

016 – Director of UFSMC Heraldry

020 – Marine Command OIC

021 – Marine Command DOIC

030 – Marine Task Force OIC

031 – Marine Task Force DOIC

040 – Marine Detachment OIC

041 – Marine Detachment DOIC

6.2 Infantry 100 – Infantryman

101 – Scout

104 – Heavy Weapons Expert

109 – Sniper

110 – Basic Light Powered Infantry – Havoc Suit

6.3 Aerospace 200 – F/I-375 ‘Valkyrie’ Pilot

210 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Pilot

211 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Navigator

212 – C-490 ‘Argo’ Communications Officer

6.4 Support 320 – Aerospace Control Officer

340 – Communications Specialist

345 – Cryptologist

350 – Intelligence Officer

6.5 Armor 400 – Light Armor Driver

410 – Heavy Armor Driver

420 – Artillery Driver

425 – Artillery Gunner

6.6 Medical 500 – Field Medic

510 – Flight Surgeon

520 – Marine Physician

6.7 Combat Engineering 600 – Combat Engineer

610 – Fortification Engineer

620 – Aerospace Technician (Enlisted)

621 – Aerospace Crew Chief

6.8 Special Operations 701 – Rapid Response Tactical Squad

710 – Rapid Response Tactical Squad Leader

720 – Combat Intelligence Officer