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751st Marine Strike Group

Lincoln’s Raiders

“Raiding the Skies”

“Raiding With Lightning”

Member Manual

Edition 1.0

STARFLEET: The International Star Trek

Fan Association, Inc.

Starfleet Marine Corps 7th

Brigade

Edition 1.0 [751ST MSG MEMBER MANUAL]

2 751st Marine Strike Group: Lincoln’s Raiders| SFI-SFMC

Publisher

Kyle J. Wolf Sr.

Project Supervisor

SFMC Rank Brigadier

Steven M. Worth

Officer in Charge

SFMC Rank Captain [marine]

Manual History

Beta 1.0 10-01-2012

Edition 1.0 1-26-2013

Notices

The following document is the 751st Marine Strike Group Member Manual of the 751st Marine Strike Group: Lincoln’s Raiders [751st MSG], a member

of the USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809 based in the state of New York, USA. Its contents are copyright © 2013, 751st MSG, and all rights are reserved.

No part of this document may be reproduced or stored in any way or by any copying process of any kind without prior written permission of the Officer in Charge [OIC]. This publication may not be stored electronically (including, but not limited to, FTP or HTML) without prior written permission.

The 751st MSG logo was created by Todd Brugmans in 2012, with special thanks. The 751st MSG has ownership of the logo.

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Table of Contents

Section 01: Introduction

Section 01:01:00 - Welcome Letter from the OIC 4

Section 01:02:00 - Welcome Letter from the DOIC 5

Section 01:03:00 - Welcome Letter from the UNCO 6

Section 01:04:00 - Welcome Letter from the Aide-de-camp 7

Section 01:05:00 - What is the 751st MSG? 8

Section 01:05:01 - What is Mecha? 8

Section 01:06:00 - Unit Structure 9

Section 01:06:01 - Officer in Charge 9

Section 01:06:02 - Deputy Officer in Charge 9

Section 01:06:03 - Unit Non-Commissioned Officer 9

Section 01:06:04 - Aide-de-camp 10

Section 01:06:05 - The Individual Marine 10

Section 01:07:00 - Unit Membership 10

Section 01:07:01 - Reserve Marine Membership 10

Section 01:07:02 - Active Marine Membership 10

Section 01:07:03 - Corps Membership Requirements 10

Section 01:07:04 - SFMC Academy 11

Section 01:08:00 - Unit Devices 11

Section 01:09:00 - SFMC Devices Permitted to Unit 11

Section 01:10:00 - MECHA Branch Devices 13

Section 02: Position and Rank

Section 02:01:00 - Positions of the MSG 14

Section 02:01:01 - Pilot Division 14

Section 02:01:02 - Support Division 15

Section 02:02:00 - Ranks within the MSG 16

Section 02:02:01 - Rank Guidelines 17

Section 03: The Cadet Program

Section 03:01:00 - What is the Cadet Program? 21

Section 03:02:00 - Cadet Rank Structure 21

Section: Commendations and Awards

Section 04:01:00 - Commendations 22

Section 04:02:00 - Awards 22

Section 04:03:00 - Citations 25

Appendixes

Appendix A - Abbreviations 26

Appendix B - 751st MSG Marine Oaths 28

Appendix C - 751st MSG Cadence 30

Appendix D - MSG Theme Music 31

Appendix E - Marine Persona Datasheet 33



Section 01 – Introduction

Section 01:01:00 – Welcome Letter from the OIC

I would first like to welcome you to the 751st MSG; I am your OIC, Officer in Charge, Steven Worth. We are part of

STARFLEET International (SFI) and attached to the USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809. I would like to offer my assistance

should you have any questions or problems. If I don't have the answer I will find it for you. We are part of the Mecha Branch;

that is our MOS; we are part of the 7th BDE, the Lucky 7's.

Respectfully Yours

Steven Worth

MCAPT

OIC 751st MSG

BDE 5BN

USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809

Lincoln's Raiders



Section 01:02:00 – Welcome Letter from DOIC

My fellow STARFLEET Marines,

I am Tina Davis, your DOIC. I wanted to take this time to welcome you to the Unit. If you have any concerns or questions,

feel free to contact myself or Steve. If we do not have an answer, we will either find it for you. Again, welcome to the Unit

and have fun learning your roles.

In Service,

Tina Davis

Lieutenant Colonel

751st MSG DOIC

USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809 – Region 7 – STARFLEET, Int.

751st MSG: Lincoln’s Raiders – 5

th Battalion, 7

th Brigade, 1

st Division – SFMC



Section 01:03:00 – Welcome Letter from the Unit Non-Commissioned Officer

TO: 751st Marine Strike Group

FROM: Brigadier Kyle J. Wolf

RE: Unit NCO

At this time the 751st does not have any NCO personnel assigned. Once the group has enlisted personnel, a unit NCO will be

selected.

Respectfully Submitted



Section 01:04:00 – Welcome Letter from the Unit Aide-de-camp

I would like to first welcome you to the association. Second I want to offer my assistance in your fandom with us should you

need any help or have any questions. STARFLEET [SFI] has been around for 35 plus years, celebrating the rich story of the

Star Trek universe and the many people who have come to know its fiction. SFI is the largest fan-run social association of

trek-based fans that spans the world. For our part we belong to the chapter the USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809, which is

based in Pomona. While the chapter calls Pomona home our members comes from various locations in New York.

A little information about me may be of help.

For SFI: I have been a member of fleet, another term we use to talk about SFI, since 1997. I took my first academy course in

2000, which was the Officer’s Training School (OTS); and I took my first marine academy course in 2002. To date I have

completed 85 STARFLEET Academy [SFA] courses and 45 Starfleet Marine Corps Academy [SFMCA] courses. I have

served in many different capacities, from working with regional staff, to diplomatic relations, working with the academy as a

director, writing sections of fleet related manuals, to assisting in hosting functions and talks for fleet and the corps, and

served as Executive Officer [XO] and Commanding Officer [CO] of chapters. I was last promoted to the rank of Brigadier in

2002.

For Non-SFI: I have been involved in role-playing, miniatures, and writing for 30 plus years. When I came across Battletech

and Robotech, I fell in love with the concept of mecha. I have played a number of games, of which was Star Trek, but not to

be limited in listing I have played Dungeons and Dragons (and for an old-timer who has not), Role Master, Vampire, Rifts,

Amber: the Diceless Role-Playing Game, Marvel Super Heroes, DC Heroes, Champions, and more. I began writing when I

was a teenager. My first passion was in art, but after a friend had attempted suicide I found that my artist talent lent itself to

writing. I have written a few articles for the Communiqué, SFI’s newsletter. I received training in commercial art, known as

advertising to many, were I specialized in layout work, and I trained as an information specialist. I have attended seminars

and workshops on leadership and even served as a Council member for my college. I have lived and worked in the state of

New York my entire life.

I was introduced to Star Trek through my mother, who watched the series as it had originally aired, of course for me it was in

syndication status. Therefore I grew up on the universe and its concepts. Science fiction was my calling as I made my way

from young boy to teen and eventually to adult. When a friend of mine introduced me to SFI, having heard of fan

organizations like it, I joined. I briefly left in the mid-nineties, but return and never left again. The one aspect of the

organization I like is meeting the people; rather they are new or old. I have made many friends simply by being a member of

fleet and for me that alone is the richest part of being a member.

Therefore, again I want to welcome you aboard and look forward to being friends. May the Great Bird of the Galaxy watch

over you.

Respectfully and in fandom,

Kyle J. Wolf Sr.

Brigadier

751st Aide-de-camp

Senior MECHA Research and Development Specialist (SMRNDS)

Mechsign: Grey Wolf

USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809 – Region 7 – STARFLEET, Int.

751st MSG: Lincoln’s Raiders – 5

th Battalion, 7

th Brigade, 1

st Division – SFMC



Section 01:05:00 – What is the 751st MSG?

The 751st Marine Strike Group: Lincoln’s Raiders, abbreviated as 751

st MSG, is a member section (a department) to the Star

Trek® fan association chapter the USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809, referred to as the Abraham Lincoln, which is based in

the state of New York, the United States of America. The Abraham Lincoln is a chapter-member of STARFLEET, The

International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc. [SFI] that is a fan run social organization based upon the Star Trek universe

created by Gene Roddenberry. A section, or group, within STARFLEET is the Starfleet Marine Corps [SFMC], which is

based upon the military marine corps of the world. The SFMC is a social organization and is not military, paramilitary, or

associated with any military within the world. Where SFI represents the scientific (and somewhat navy) side of the

Federation, the SMFC represents the ground based military of the Federation. The 751st MSG represents its fandom in the

venue of the SFMC side of the fictional universe.

In addition to personifying under the venue of the corps, the SFMC is further broken down into branches of service (BOS).

The branches of services help to define the duties and responsibilities of the marine within the MSG and the unit itself. The

branch of service that the 751st is associated with is the MECHA Branch (0500 series MOS). Mecha are large bipedal or

quadrupedal piloted-robotic war machines. The other branches include: Support (0100 series MOS), Medical (0200 series

MOS), Infantry (0300 series MOS), Armor (0400 series MOS), Aerospace (0600 series MOS), Combat Engineers (0700

series MOS), Special Operations (0800 series MOS), Maritime Operations (0900 series MOS).

Section 01:05:01 – What is Mecha?

Mecha, also referred to as mech, as defined for the 751st are anthropomorphic combat vehicles listed under the heavy

mechanized artillery department, initially under the tank division. The easiest method of describing a mech is a tank on legs.

With the technology of the Federation people sometimes ask, why would engineers place artillery onto “legs”? Part of the

reason for asking the question is based upon the technology of anti-gravity drive systems. Once this part of the question is

understood, the question can then be applied to, why do vehicles maintain wheels? The short part of the answer is that anti-

gravity drive systems are not reliable in combat situation, especially in varying gravity wells. Additionally, anti-gravity drive

systems can be countered; thereby, effectively incapacitating the vehicle.

The tried and true engineering standpoint is to maintain combat vehicles with wheels, or track based drive systems. Wheeled

or tracked based drive systems do have their limits, based upon terrain and field obstacles. A solution to maintain a non-anti-

gravity drive was to place the artillery on legs, which allow the vehicle to travel in/on terrain a wheeled or even a tracked

vehicle is restricted from. As mech researched developed the vehicle started to become more than just artillery placed on legs,

they developed more into true anthropomorphic machines; by incorporating functional arms and hands. The addition of the

appendages allows a mech to operate outside of its combat capabilities, turning the machine into a multitask-purpose vehicle.

Mech have been assigned secondary duties such as: emergency response (such as fire control, rescue, and wreckage

removal), construction (such as lifting and carrying, placement and stabilizing, and wielding), and police assistance (such as

crowd control, communications, and support).

While the mech genera, outside of fleet, have seen mecha as tall as eighty (80), even up to a hundred (100) feet in height, the

corps mecha have a max design height of forty (40) feet. No mech concept can reach above the set ceiling height. The

average mech stands between twenty-six (26) and thirty-two (32) feet in actual height. To better understand the height of a

mech, a forty (40) foot mech stands at the height of a four (4) story building, with the average standing about a three (3) story

building. This of course does make them for easier targeting as the units do not have a low profile to use as cover. The trade

off though is the maneuverability of the unit. Where wheeled based vehicles have limited maneuvering, dodging, capabilities,

mech are specifically designed with this concept. The speed of the mech and a pilot’s abilities are keys to the unit’s defensive

capabilities.

Mech designs are cataloged into one (1) of four (4) categories based upon weight and armament. The four (4) categories are:

Light Mecha (weighing between 10 to 35 tons), Medium Mecha (weighing between 36 to 55 tons), Heavy Mecha (weighing

between 56 to 70 tons), and Assault Mecha (weighing between 71 to 100 tons). The light and medium mech concepts are

designed more as multitasking vehicles as they are suited for working in urban environments, with heavy and assault mech

concepts being relegated to artillery. Any mech concept weighing less than ten tons will be redirected to the powered infantry

division.



From a historic standpoint it was the Klingons that first started developing mech concepts. The Klingons are vary combat,

martial, oriented people and wanted to see if there was a way of incorporating that ability into their combat vehicles. It is

believed that the Andorians and the Romulans were next to experiment with mech technology. Since it is not easy to get

information from Romulan space, the exact date of their testing is conjectured, although it is strongly believed that the

Romulans did start after the Klingons. Once the Federation heard about the experiments from the Klingons and read the

reports from the Andorians, testing began on a Federation based mech program; thereby, the Federation was the third to look

into incorporating mech into their military. It was a Bolian engineer that created the first concept.

Section 01:06:00 – Unit Structure

The unit follows a specific structure for command; a Chain of Command (COC). Similar to the design for the Abraham

Lincoln, the 751st MSG, a department of the chapter, uses the command structure to help administrate and run the activities of

the unit.

The primary position required by SFMC is the unit commander, which is known as the Officer in Charge [OIC]. The OIC is

responsible for running and administering the unit. The OIC files a bi-monthly MSG report, which is due on the 1st of every

even numbered month {Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec}. All activities are coordinated through the OIC or the OIC’s designee.

Next is the Deputy Officer in Charge [DOIC]. The DOIC assists the OIC with the operation of the unit and is the senior staff

member who administrates the OIC’s staff. After the DOIC comes the Unit Non-Commissioned Officer [UNCO]. The

UNCO is the senior staff member of the Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO), the enlisted personnel, of the unit. The UNCO

is responsible for administrating the NCO. The last position of the COC is the individual marine them self. The marine is

responsible for performing the duties and assignments presented to them.

Section 01:06:01 – Officer in Charge

The OIC is responsible for the unit as a whole. The OIC reports to the Battalion OIC bi-monthly and the chapter

Commanding Officer [CO] monthly. The OIC will file a monthly report to the CO on the activities of the unit, which will be

printed within the chapter newsletter. The report is due the last day of the given month the report is written for. Any unit

awards and promotions up to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel are presented by the OIC. An OIC will hold the minimum rank

of 2nd

Lieutenant and be eighteen (18) years of age. The Abraham Lincoln requires a Department Head to hold a minimum

age of eighteen (18) to sit in position.

Section 01:06:02 – Deputy Officer in Charge

The DOIC is responsible for administrating the OIC’s staff. The DOIC reports monthly to the OIC on the activities of the

staff and on the status of any assignments and projects being worked on. The DOIC will file a monthly report to the OIC,

which is to be filed by the 25th

of each month. A DOIC will hold the minimum rank of 2nd

lieutenant and be sixteen (16)

years of age. Should the OIC become incapacitated for any reason, the DOIC will assume temporary command of the MSG

until the OIC is able to return or a replacement is assigned. A DOIC that does not meet the age requirement as set by the

chapter can only serve in a temporary capacity.

Section 01:06:03 – Unit Non-Commissioned Officer

The UNCO is responsible for administrating the NCO. The UNCO reports monthly to the OIC on the activities of the NCO

and on the status of any assignments and projects being worked on. The UNCO will file a monthly report to the OIC, which

is to be filed by the 25th

of each month. A UNCO will hold the minimum rank of Lance Corporal and be 16 years of age.

This is only a very brief history note showing the development of mech. The history of the mecha is richer than what can be

listed in one paragraph.



Section 01:06:04 – Unit Aide-de-camp

The Unit Aide-de-camp [Aide] is the assistant to the OIC. Where the DOIC runs the OIC’s staff, the Aide works directly for

the OIC. The Aide can be either a NCO or an officer, but must be 16 years of age. The Aide will file a monthly report to the

OIC, which is to be filed by the 25th

of each month.

Section 01:06:05 – The Individual Marine

The marine is responsible for their activities and for representing themselves, their unit, and the corps with respect and honor.

The marine reports monthly to the DOIC, or the UNCO respectively, on their activities. A marine can be of any rank and any

age, there are no limits assigned in this regard. Remember the STARFLEET Code of Conduct, which applies to all members

of the unit:

I. I will always conduct myself in a manner which brings credit to the Corps, my unit, and myself.

II. I will be resolute in the performance of my duty and the execution of Corps policy and regulations.

III. I will show courtesy to my subordinates, fellow officers, and superior officers at all times.

IV. I will strive for impartiality and fairness in judgment, and disqualify my-self from decisions where my judgment

may be compromised.

V. I will listen to both sides of a dispute, and act upon fact, not innuendo.

VI. I will never assume, but always verify.

VII. I will strive to defuse confrontations, not cause them.

VIII. I will be the first to praise, and the last to criticize.

IX. I will praise in public, and criticize in private.

X. I will strive to be part of the solution, not part of the problem.

Section 01:07:00 – Unit Membership

To join the 751st MSG the potential applicant must first join the Abraham Lincoln and follow the membership regulations of

the chapter. The primary requirement to joining the Abraham Lincoln is a paid membership with SFI; which the member

must maintain yearly to retain membership. Upon joining SFI and being assigned to the Abraham Lincoln the member

requests assignment from the 751st MSG OIC, who places the new member within the unit’s roster. There are two (2) types of

participation member classifications within the marines: the reserve and the active marine. No other requirement is needed to

join the unit.

Section 01:07:01 – Reserve Marine Membership

The reserve marine classification is a fleet member who participates in both the naval and ground forces (Fleet and Corps).

The member retains a fleet rank during promotions and can wear either the fleet or marine uniform as the member deems

appropriate. The wearing of a uniform is not required.

Section 01:07:02 – Active Marine Membership

The active marine classification is a fleet member who participates solely as a marine within the chapter. The member uses

the marine rank system only for promotions and wears only an appropriate marine uniform. The wearing of a uniform is not

required.

Section 01:07:03 – Corps Membership Requirements

The SFMC requires that only one (1) person becomes listed as a marine, either active or reserve, to have an MSG listed

aboard a chapter. The chapter must voluntarily accept the placement of an MSG aboard or the unit is not permitted to form on

the chapter. To become a marine a person must first join SFI. Once a paid membership is accepted by SFI, the member than



selects their affiliation with SFMC and reports their affiliation to their respective battalion OIC, at which time the member

becomes part of the unlisted personnel. If an MSG already exists aboard a chapter the marine can request assignment to the

unit from the unit OIC. If no unit exists aboard a chapter and a member wishes to create one, permission must be obtained

from the CO of the chapter first. Once permission is granted for the formation of a unit, the marine than follows the

instructions outlined in the MFM for the creation of a unit. To maintain a unit, one (1) person must be listed as a marine

assigned to the MSG (and that person must be a member of SFI in good standing) and by-monthly reports must be submitted

to the unit’s respective battalion OIC.

Section 01:07:04 – SFMC Academy

The SFMC Academy [SFMCA] is open to any member of SFI. In order to enter the academy and follow a series of courses

the member must first take and pass the PD-10 (Professional Development course level 10). Once the PD-10 is completed the

member may than participate within the various branches as outline in the SFMCA. To be a SFMC marine a member is not

required to take the PD-10.

Section 01:08:00 – Unit Devices

There are a few devices to help identify the unit. These devices help to serve as part of the social forum and fictional aspect

of the unit.

Unit Assignment: As a Marine Strike Group we are assigned to the Fleet chapter the USS Abraham Lincoln NCC 71809.

Unit Assignment (BOS): The unit, Branch of Service, is assigned to the MECHA Branch.

Unit Nickname: While the official designation of the unit is the 751st Marine Strike Group, a nickname represents the unit as

a whole. The 751st MSG is known as:

Lincoln’s Raiders

Logo: The unit logo represents the image of the MSG. The design is a circular patch with a mech centered in

a firing position and the name of the unit written on the top border section. The unit logo was

created with special thanks by Todd Brugmans.

Motto: The unit motto represents the essence of the MSG. Our motto is:

“Raiding the Skies”

Slogan: The unit slogan represents the spirit, our war cry, of the MSG. Our slogan is:

“Raiding with Lightning”

Mechsign: In a similar fashion as the Aviators in the Aerospace Branch, Mechajocks earn a callsign when the marine

completes the ME-30 course. A mechsign is a jock’s nickname when in command of a mech. As with the creation of

mech in the corps, the use of mechsigns by jocks is another minor area of strife between the aviators and the jocks.

Section 01:09:00 – SFMC Devices Permitted to Unit

The SFMC through the ME Branch allows certain devices for marines who qualify.

Mecha Sash: [From SFMC ME Manual 2006 Edition] (Note: this is awarded to the marine who completes ME-

10) Mecha officers have worn the Mecha sash since the Officer’s Basic Course, Mecha was first

established on the campus of what had been the New Macross Military Academy, the training ground for

militia officers before the New Macross colony joined the Federation. A badge of pride among the

graduates of the NMMA was the blue sash that adorned their dress uniforms, and somehow this sash

made its way into SFMC informal regulations until its wear could not be ignored and was adopted into

Regulations some time during the Dominion War.



The Mecha Sash is a wide cloth sash, traditionally silk or satin, worn around the waist at the sword belt level and

knotted on the wearer’s left side, in line with the ribbons and com badge (if worn). The sash tails hang naturally

down the left leg, and are sometimes decorated with non-regulation markers for combat kills or tours served, a

practice that is prevalent, though officially frowned upon. The sash of a Mecha Officer is a royal blue, while NCOs

wear scarlet sashes. The sash is authorized to all Mecha branch members of the rank of Corporal and above, but

some local commanders are known for withholding the Mecha sash until a young NCO has ‘seen the elephant’.

With the Class A or B uniforms, a duty belt is sometimes worn over the sash and centered on it if a duty belt would

otherwise be required. With the Dress Uniform, the sword belt (if worn) is worn over the sash and centered on it.

MECHA Wings: [From SFMC ME Manual 2006 Edition] the device, or symbolic logo, of the Mecha

branch is an armored fist clenching a three lightning bolts. The symbol of the armored gauntlet

is a symbolic link to the armored knights of Earth’s distant past - the first to stride into battle

encased in armor. The lightning bolts symbolize the striking power of the Mecha, while the

clenched fist denotes the Mecha pilot’s control over that power.

[From SFMC MFM 2010 Edition] Awarded for successful completion of ME-30. They [the

wings] are worn on the left breast ½ inch above the ribbon bar.

The device is based on the USAF Command and Control Master device, which has

been painted gold and has the mini TNG Combadge (or earring) attached to the top

part with the wreath.

The Command and Control device is available from Uniform Accessories Unlimited

(www.miluniform.com). The Mini Combadge (Part number ST-PNVYHPV203) is available from Starbase

Atlanta (http:// starbaseatlanta.com). [It is unknown if these parts are still available or not at this time.]

Shoulder Cords: [From SFMC Uniform Addendum 2010 Edition] Branch of Service shoulder cords are approved for wear

on the uniform if the Marine has completed the appropriate -10 level course from the SFMCA. In other words, if

you have not passed AE-10, you may not wear the red Aerospace Branch of Service shoulder cord with any SFMC

uniform.

A braided shoulder cord, or aiguillette, is worn on the left shoulder of the Dress Black Uniform, and the right

shoulder of the Mess White Uniform. The shoulder cord is in the wearer’s BOS color, and only one shoulder cord is

worn. Aides to the General Staff are authorized to wear a Gold Tip attached to their normal Branch Shoulder Cord.

Branch Color Acceptable Shades Unacceptable Shades

MECHA Silver Light Gray, Platinum Darker Grays, Charcoal

MSG OIC Kelly and White

MSG DOIC Kelly and White with Kelly attachment with gold tip

MECHA Dress Black Uniform: [From the MECHA Branch Manual 2006 Edition] The Mecha Branch adopted

the older Dress Black uniform as their own when the Corps changed the design to one more

reminiscent of the Fleet uniforms from the late 2200s and early 2300s. The Mecha branch keeps the

high collar of the older uniform, and the shoulder boards as opposed to the shoulder strap of the newer

“Monster Black”. The collar and closure flap of an enlisted Marine’s uniform is piped in the same

Mecha scarlet as their sash, while the Officer’s uniform is piped in black, creating a plain, but striking

uniform cut.

The SFMC collar pins are worn 1/2” from the collar closure on either side and centered top to bottom.

The rank insignia are worn 1/2” from the outer end of the shoulder boards and centered on them.

At this time, there are no actual devices that match the description above. Another description for a device that

can be crafted and worn on the uniform is as follows, which is considered the official mecha wings of the branch. The author wishes to apologize for the poor picture quality of the first mecha wings; there are no higher

quality picture of the device at this time.



Officers of the Mecha Corps are authorized a knee-length cape of black satin or silk material lined in Mecha scarlet,

this cape is attached by buttons under each shoulder board.

Section 01:10:00 – MECHA Branch Devices

As with the unit the branch has specific devices that help to identify the division. Again, these devices help to serve as part of

the social forum and fictional aspect of the branch.

Branch Assignment: The MECHA Branch is a heavy artillery division of the Starfleet Marine Corps.

Branch Assignment (Duty): The Battle Mechanized Enhanced Combat Heavy Armor (MECHA) branch is assigned as

artillery support.

Branch Nickname: While the official designation of the branch is MECHA, a nickname represents the branch as a whole.

The branch is known as:

Big Iron

Logo: The branch logo represents the image of the division. The design is a trek arrowhead/combadge

with three (3) lightning bolts.

Motto: The branch motto represents the essence of the division. The motto is:

“Wielding the Lightning”

[From SFMC ME Manual 2006 Edition, edited] The motto refers to the Mecha’s combination

of precision accuracy and powerful weapons. Since many Mecha combat missions start with

an orbital drop or a beam down, the lightning analogy is particularly appropriate. There is also a saying among

Mecha pilots that sums up the esprit de corps that they share – “The reason lightning never strikes the same place

twice is because the same place isn’t around after the first strike!”

Slogan: The branch slogan represents the spirit, the war cry, of the division. The slogan is:

“Big Iron”

The branch nickname comes from the slogan; as the mech represent the armored knights of old and refers to a

mech’s size, stamina, and attitude.



Section 02: Position and Rank

Section 02:01:00 – Positions of the MSG

As a member of the fictional universe of the marines within Star Trek® you can further your participation with the unit by

taking on a persona, which includes assignment to a duty section. The 751st MSG is a department of the Abraham Lincoln

and is further broken down into two divisions. The first is the Pilot Division, while the second is the Support Division. A

pilot is a member who operates one of the many mecha units of the branch. There are four categories of pilots, each ranging

in size of the machine and weapon systems used; with the title of mecha pilot, nicknamed mechajock and slang term

mechhead. The support personnel are more numerous and just as important to the branch as the pilots are; they are the people

that keep things moving and working.

Section 02:01:01 – Pilot Division

Pilots learn to operate, offensively and defensively, a mechanized anthropomorphic combat vehicle which is grouped by

weight, task, and armament. Pilots are referred simply as jocks; primarily to denote them from aviators. All jocks learn pre-

mission inspections and initialization procedures. Additionally, the jocks are provided with a basic understanding in

preventive maintenance, system diagnostics, and power systems. All jocks are extensively trained in ground combat and unit

maneuvers; both with and against other mech and in support of infantry and ground combat units. Training includes

practicing against multiple opponents, both at distance and close ranges, and with varying terrain types and levels. While

senior NCO’s are permitted to become jocks, it is considered a rare position as most NCO’s prefer to leave jocking to

officers.

In addition to learning to pilot the mech unit within their category, each jock must also participate in the following courses to

be presented with their MOS: PD-10, PD-11, PD-12, PD-13, PD-20, IN-10, IN-20, LD-10, ME-10, ME-11, ME-20, ME-25,

ME-30 (not required but strongly suggested), NCO-10, NCO-20, OD-10, and OTS (SFA).

Mecha Pilot: Light: [MOS 520] the marine is trained to operate all light mech units. Light mech are used for recon, infantry

support, and quick-run missions. The light mechs are designed for speed versus their armor-armament, which is why

their primary duty is recon. Light mechs function best within crowded areas, such as towns, villages, and cities.

Functionality within an urban setting is usually best served by piloting a light mech through the usually crowded

design of a city layout. Units have been assigned for assistance in construction, fire-fight support, and emergency

support. The reason for this is that the units are the lightest in weight, most agile of all units, and capable of

performing tasks within tight settings while maintaining an offensive-defensive capability.

Mecha Pilot: Medium: [MOS 525] the marine is trained to operate all medium mech units. Medium mech are the front line

fighters of the branch. The units are designed with enough armor, armament, and speed to allow for both offensive

and defensive capabilities. Medium mech can operate within an urban setting with little to no potential damage to

the city. Like the light mech the medium mech can assists with such urban features as construction, fire-fight

support and emergency support. The Dougram mech unit is the standard fighting mech of the branch.

Mecha Pilot: Heavy: [MOS 530] the marine is trained to operate all heavy mech units. Heavy mech are the bigger and strong

brother/sister of the medium mech; providing fire support for the front line. As front line fighters, they pack more

armor and armament then their lighter counterparts for when more power is needed either in offense or defense.

While a heavy mech can enter into an urban setting, it does so at the risk of damage to the city. Heavy mech in urban

settings are usually assigned with assault mech in a defensive capability on the outer city limits.

Mecha Pilot: Assault: [MOS 535] the marine is trained to operate all assault mech units. Assault mech are the monsters of

the branch; serving as the fire power behind the unit. Assault mech are the largest and generally most armored units,

but are usually the slowest, which is their trade off. Through their fire power the assault mech is capable of softening

an enemy’s offensive and defensive abilities. Assault mech are not front line fighters, rather taking position to the

rear of an offensive. Should an assault unit be assigned to an urban setting, they generally do not enter the city,



positioning on the outer city limits for defensive purposes. An assault unit can do as much damage to an urban

setting simply by being in it that an offensive strike can.

Section 02:01:02 – Support Division

The support crew learns to maintain, repair, and assemble the mechs. While it is the jock that pilots and eventually wins the

admiration and respect of others, a mech’s support crew is just as important to accomplishing a mission as the pilot. The

support crew readies a unit for a mission and ensures that the pilot has everything the jock needs. When the mission is over it

is the support crew that cleans up, de-arms, and repairs the unit till it is needed again. Each crew member is specifically

trained in their field and is considered the best at performing the task. Each crew member learns to perform their duties not

only in the mech bay, but in combat and stressed situations. How a crew can perform even under combat situation can

determine a successful or failed mission. Support crews and the jocks they work for form strong bonds as each depend upon

each other to perform their tasks. The jocks need the support crew to maintain their units, and the support crew needs the

jocks to operate and provide information to help maintain a unit.

In addition to learning their specific field each support crew member must also participate in the following courses to be

presented with their MOS: PD-10, PD-11, PD-13, IN-10, IN-20, ME-10, ME-11, ME-20, ME-25 (ME-28 for Senior

Enlisted/Officers), and SU-10.

Technician: A Technician [TECH] is a marine who is trained in the components and systems that are designed into a mech.

There are a number of key components that allow a mech to maneuver and generally operate. All of the systems

must function at top efficiency and they must work together. If one system is not operating than a mech can be

compromised.

Technician: Power Systems Specialist: [MOS 540] The Power Systems Specialist [PS2] is a marine trained in the

engine cores that power the mechs.

Technician: Armament Systems Specialist: [MOS 545] The Armament Systems Specialist [AS2] is a marine

trained in the weapon systems and the ammunition of those systems for mechs.

Technician: Sensor Systems Specialist: [MOS 550] The Sensor Systems Specialist [S3] is a marine trained in the

detection and sensor systems for mechs.

Technician: Support Systems Specialist: [MOS 555] The Support Systems Specialist [SPSS] is a marine trained in

all related mech systems not specified under power, armament, sensor, and defense.

Defensive Systems Specialist: The Defensive Systems Specialist [DSS] is a marine trained in the systems that protect the

mech. The DSS is further broken down into duty.

Technician: Physical Defensive Systems Specialist: [MOS 560] The Physical Defensive Systems Specialist

[PDSS] is the marine trained in the use, placement, and repair of all physical defensive systems for mech.

Technician: Countermeasures Defensive Systems Specialist: [MOS 565] the countermeasures Defensive Systems

Specialist [CDSS] is the marine trained in the countermeasures used for the defense of the mech; such as

the FLAR system.

Transportation Specialist: The Transportation Specialist [TransSpec] is a marine trained in the storage and movement of

mech. The TransSpec is further broken down into duty.

Load Master Transportation Specialist: [MOS 570] The Load Master Transportation Specialist [LMTS] is the

marine who handles, has the duties and responsibilities, mech placement, loading/unloading, and storage

aboard ships and in mech bays. The LMTS has to ensure the proper load capacities, birthing assignments,

and proper locking-down of mech on board any vessels. The right atmospheric measures, such as gravity

plating versus unit weight, and stationing of a unit are crucial to prevent load shifts and damage to a ship.



Unit Deployment Transportation Specialist: [MOS 573] The Unit Deployment Transportation Specialist [UDTS]

is the marine who handles, has the duties and responsibilities, the physical transportation, movement, of

mech while on deployment and not under-power or on assignment while operational. Transportation of

mech aboard ships is handled by the LMTS while non-shipboard transportation is handled by the UDTS.

Like the LMTS the UDTS has to ensure the placement, loading/unloading, and storage of mech while on

deployment or stationed.

System Ignitions Transportation Specialist: [MOS 575] The System Ignitions Transportation Specialist [SITS] is

the marine who prepares the mech power systems for use. Mech use fusion engines that require a specific

ignition sequence and power source. Mech are not transported with their engine cores operational and their

startup procedures require specific measurements and requirements. The SITS is the marine who starts the

core and gets the unit operational either after transportation or from storage.

MECHA Research and Development Specialist: The MECHA Research and Development Specialist [MRNDS] is a

marine trained in conceptualizing, designing, and engineering any aspect of mech. It is the MRNDS that create and

develop anything and all things dealing with mech. The MRNDS is further broken down into seniority ranking.

MECHA Research and Development Specialist: Apprentice: [MOS 515] The Apprentice MECHA Research and

Development Specialist [AMRNDS] represents a new marine of the MOS and that they have received

training to qualify for the position as an apprentice to the RnD division of the branch. The marine is the

most junior of staff assigned to the post. The AMRNDS works as a project assistant and helps to coordinate

with other MOS personnel to complete assignments.

MECHA Research and Development Specialist: Junior: [MOS 516] The Junior MECHA Research and

Development Specialist [JMRNDS] represents an accomplished marine of the MOS and has received

additional training and experience in RnD for the branch. The JMRNDS functions as a team leader for

projects and heads the projects listed under their command with any AMRNDS assigned. Any projects

under development are assigned a JMRNDS to run the project, report on the status, and ensure completion

of the project.

MECHA Research and Development Specialist: Master: [MOS 517] The Master MECHA Research and

Development Specialist [MMRNDS] represents a distinctive marine of the MOS and is well versed in the

operations of RnD for their branch and coordinate several projects as a division leader. The MMRNDS

coordinates the various projects and assignments authorized to the branch. MMRNDS also function as

instructors at the academy for their respective fields under education.

MECHA Research and Development Specialist: Senior: [MOS 518] [SMRNDS] represents an authority marine

of the MOS and is trained in the aspects of designing and engineering mech and its related systems, as well

as leadership. The senior specialist is a project manager and coordinator of duties of other MRNDS under

their command. The Director of the Fokker Research and Development Facility located at New Macross on

Mars holds this MOS.

Section 02:02:00 – Ranks within the MSG

As a member of the unit you are presented with a rank that represents your time in service and accomplishments. Ranks are

purely fictional in nature and hold no real value beyond the fan association. There are four categories of ranks: the cadet

ranks, the enlisted (known as the NCO) ranks, the warrant ranks, and the officer ranks. All ranks leading up to the grade of

O5 (Lieutenant Colonel) is handled by the chapter CO. The grade of O6, Colonel (Fleet rank of Captain), is handled by the

Regional Coordinator [RC] of the area the marine serves in. The grade of O7 and higher is handled by STARFLEET’s

The MOS listings for 515, 516, 517, 518, 560, 565, 570, 573, and 575 are not part of the official ME Manual 2006 Edition, nor the MOS

Manual 2012 Edition. These listings are specific to the 751st MSG.



Executive Committee. For a more detailed description on the ranks and grades used for enlisted, warrant, and officers please

refer to the Marine Forces Manual.

Members who join the MSG and are under the age of 18 will be presented with the starting rank of Recruit and will follow

the rank structure for cadets. Once a cadet reaches the age of 18 they will move to a higher rank structure, one based upon

their work and participation. Any person who joins the MSG and is at minimum of 18 years of age will be presented the rank

of Private and follow the rank structure for enlisted. Once a member is following the enlisted structure, the marine can either

choose to remain within the enlisted ranks or take an academy course to become an officer. To progress within the officer

rank structure the marine must have completed both the PD-10 and the OTS (SFA). An enlisted marine who passes the OD-

10 course but does not complete the OTS will progress in the warrant rank structure.

Cadet Ranks Enlisted Ranks Warrant Ranks Officer Ranks

Recruit Private Warrant Officer 2nd

Lieutenant

Cadet 3rd

Class Private First Class Chief Warrant Officer 2 1st Lieutenant

Cadet 2nd

Class Lance Corporal Chief Warrant Officer 3 Captain

Cadet 1st Class Corporal Chief Warrant Officer 4 Major

Cadet Lieutenant Sergeant Chief Warrant Officer 5 Lieutenant Colonel

Cadet Commander Staff Sergeant Colonel

Cadet Master Gunnery Sergeant Brigadier

Master Sergeant Brigadier General

First Sergeant Major General

Sergeant Major Lieutenant General

Master Gunnery

Sergeant

General

Section 02:02:01 – Rank Guidelines

Rank is a system of recognition for a member’s participation with the chapter/MSG. To help guide the promotional

consideration of a member the chapter/MSG uses a point based system. For each category of participation the member earns

a set number of points towards their advancement. Once a member has met the requirements for the next rank level and the

CO has approved the promotion, the member will receive their next rank. For information on the cadet rank system refer to

Section 3: the Cadet Program.

Enlisted Ranks

E1: Private: When a member joins the MSG they are presented with the enlisted rank of private.

The requirements for this grade are: membership in SFI, appointment to the Abraham Lincoln, and

then verbal or written request to become a Starfleet Marine. A new member to the chapter receives

this rank if the member elects to be listed as an active marine. A new reserve member will follow the rank structure of the

chapter.

E2: Private First Class: The next rank for the enlisted is Private First Class. The requirements for

this grade are: a minimum of thirty (30) days served as a marine and twenty (20) membership

points. While the private begins the career with the marines, it is the first class private that begins

their work as a marine.

E3: Lance Corporal: The third grade in the enlisted ranks is the Lance Corporal. The requirements

for this grade are: a minimum of ninety (90) days [for a total of 120 days] served as a Private First

Class and twenty-five membership points [for a total of 45 points]. The Lance Corporal begins the

The rank structures of cadet, enlisted, warrant, and officer ranks up to and including Lieutenant Colonel are handled solely by the

chapter and not by either SFI or SFMC. All officer ranks from Colonel and above are solely handled by SFI. Therefore, it is the

chapter that formulates the guidelines for ranks up to Lieutenant Colonel and approves all promotions that follow those guidelines.



trade of becoming a leader. The marine begins to take on more responsibility and participation in activity with the MSG.

E4: Corporal: The fourth grade in the enlisted ranks is the Corporal. The requirements for this

grade are: a minimum of one hundred eighty (180) days [for a total of 300 days] served as a Lance

Corporal, thirty-five (35) membership points [for a total of 80 points], and the completion of NCO-

10. The Corporal is a leader among marines and represents their MSG as a leader. The Corporal also begins the enlisted as a

junior Non-Commissioned Officer.

E5: Sergeant: The fifth grade in the enlisted ranks, second rank as an NCO, is the Sergeant. The

requirements for this grade are: a minimum of two hundred forty (240) days [for a total of 540

days] served as a Corporal and fifty (50) membership points [for a total of 130 points].

E6: Staff Sergeant: The sixth grade in the enlisted ranks, the last of the junior NCO, is the Staff

Sergeant. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365) days

[for a total of 905 days] served as a Sergeant, seventy-five (75) membership points [for a total of

205 points], and completion of NCO-20.

E7: Gunnery Sergeant: The seventh grade in the enlisted ranks, the first of the senior NCO, is the

Gunnery Sergeant. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five

(365) days [for a total of 1270 days] served as a Staff Sergeant and one hundred (100) membership

points [for a total of 305 points].

E8: Master Sergeant: The eighth grade in the enlisted ranks, the second of the senior NCO, is the

Master Sergeant. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365)

days [for a total of 1575 days] served as a Gunnery Sergeant and one hundred fifty (150)

membership points [for a total of 455 points].

E8: First Sergeant: The eighth grade in the enlisted ranks, the second of the senior NCO, is the

First Sergeant. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365)

days [for a total of 1575 days served as a Gunnery Sergeant and one hundred fifty (150)

membership points [for a total of 455 points].

E9: Sergeant Major: The ninth grade in the enlisted ranks, the last of the senior NCO, is the

Sergeant Major. The requirements are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365) days [for a

total of 1940 days] served as a Master Sergeant, two hundred (200) membership points [for a total

of 655 points], and completion of NCO-30.

E9: Master Gunnery sergeant: The ninth grade in the enlisted ranks, the last of the senior NCO, is

the Sergeant Major. The requirements are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365) days [for a

total of 1940 days] served as a Master Sergeant, two hundred (200) membership points [for a total

of 655 points], and completion of NCO-30.

Warrant Ranks

[From SFMC MFM 2010 Edition] From their history in the real world militaries of the 20th century, the Warrant Officer

(WO) has a place within the SFMC. The Warrant Officers serve in those fields and billets that are too specialized in scope for

unrestricted officers and billets that require a Marine in a grade above staff noncommissioned officers. Warrant officers are,

in essence, the technical specialists of the SFMC and serve to fill in holes that would normally require an officer to cover,

thus freeing the officer for more essential tasks such as base, unit or department administration.

Warrant Officers are accessed exclusively from the Marine Corps’ enlisted ranks and are considered enlisted personnel for

purposes of annual awards and promotions.

For the purpose of the 751st MSG, the use of warrant ranks does not follow the suggested guidelines of the

MFM 2010 Edition. As per the SFI guidelines the 751st MSG has elected to follow their own guidelines for

the inclusion of warrant ranks.



WO: Warrant Officer: The first grade in the warrant ranks is Warrant Officer. The Warrant Officer is

selected from the enlisted personnel to fulfill a specific technical role that is considered above the

enlistee’s billet, yet no officer holds. The requirements for this grade are: the completion of PD-10, three hundred (300) days

in service as an enlisted (minimum rank of Lance Corporal) marine with the MSG, a total of eighty (80) membership points

earned to date, and the desire to move into the warrant ranks.

CWO-2: Chief Warrant Officer 2: The second grade and the first in specialization, in the warrant

ranks is Chief Warrant Officer Grade 2. The Warrant Officer has shown and demonstrated character

and leadership in their grade. The CWO-2 is the junior of the Chiefs. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of two

hundred forty (240) days [for a total of 540 days] served as a Warrant Officer and fifty (50) membership points [for a total of

130 points].

CWO-3: Chief Warrant Officer 3: The third grade in the warrant ranks is Chief Warrant Officer

Grade 3. The CWO-3 is the master of the chiefs. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of

three hundred sixty-five (365) days [for a total of 905 days] served as a Chief Warrant Officer 2, seventy-five (75)

membership points [for a total of 205 points], and completion of OD-10.

CWO-4: Chief Warrant Officer 4: The fourth grade in the warrant ranks is Chief Warrant Officer

Grade 4. The CWO-4 is the senor master of the Chiefs. The requirements for this grade are: a

minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365) days [for a total of 1270 days] served as a Chief Warrant Officer 3 and one

hundred (100) membership points [for a total of 305 points].

CWO-5: Chief Warrant Officer 5: The fifth grade, and last of the warrant grades, in the warrant

ranks is Chief Warrant Officer Grade 5. The Chief has a total understanding of their specialty,

demonstrates leadership in guiding and educating of underlings, and represents the MSG with pride and distinction. The

CWO-5 is the senor of the chiefs. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of three hundred sixty-five (365) days [for

a total of 1575 days] served as a Chief Warrant Officer 4 and one hundred fifty (150) membership points [for a total of 455

points].

Officer Ranks

O1: 2nd

Lieutenant: The first grade and the first is the junior officer grades, in the officer ranks is

the second lieutenant. The requirements for this grade are: completion of either the Officer’s

Training School (OTS) or OD-10 (Officer’s Development level ten).

O2: 1st Lieutenant: The second grade in the officer ranks is the first lieutenant. The requirements

for this grade are: a minimum of thirty (30) days [for a total of 30 days] served as a 2nd

Lieutenant

and twenty (20) membership points [for a total of 20 points].

O3: Captain: The third grade in the officer ranks is the marine captain. The requirements for this

grade are: a minimum of ninety (90) days [for a total of 120 days] served as a 1st Lieutenant and

twenty-five (25) membership points [for a total of 45 points].

O4: Major: The fourth grade in the officer ranks is the major. The requirements for this grade are:

a minimum of one hundred eighty (180) days [for a total of 300 days] served as a Captain, thirty-

five (35) membership points [for a total of 80 points], and the completion of both Officer’s

Training School (OTS) and OD-10.

O5: Lieutenant Colonel: The fifth grade and the last in the junior officer grades, in the officer

ranks is the lieutenant colonel. This is the final rank the chapter/MSG is permitted to promote a

member to in grade. The requirements for this grade are: a minimum of two hundred forty (240)

days [for a total of 540 days] served as a Major and fifty (50) membership points [for a total of 130 points].

O6: Colonel: The sixth grade and the first in the senor officer grades, in the officer ranks is the

colonel. The requirements for this grade are: SFI requires a minimum of twenty-four (24) months

spent in service [membership] to fleet and completion of both the Officer Training School (OTS)



and Officer Command College (OCC), both of which are found in the SFA; for additional information refer to the SFI

membership handbook and the Flag Officer Promotion Criteria.

O7: Brigadier: The seventh grade in the officer ranks is the brigadier. The requirements for this

grade are: refer to the SFI membership handbook and the Flag Officer Promotion Criteria for the

requirements.

O8: Brigadier General: The eighth grade in the officer ranks is the brigadier general. The

requirements for this grade are: refer to the SFI membership handbook and the Flag Officer

Promotion Criteria for the requirements.

O9: Major General: The ninth grade in the officer ranks is the major general. The requirements for

this grade are: refer to the SFI membership handbook and the Flag Officer Promotion Criteria for

the requirements.

O10: Lieutenant General: The tenth grade in the officer ranks is the lieutenant general. The



O11: General: The eleventh and last promotable grade in the officer ranks is the General. The





Section 03 – The Cadet Program

Section 03:01:00 – What is the Cadet Program?

The Cadet Program is a unit initiative to involve the youth into the organization. The organization is not only a social forum,

but is also a family forum. The unit does not turn away any potential member and we want to ensure that the youth that are

involved with us enjoy their time. Children under the age of 16 are placed into the program and follow the rank structure of

the cadets. A child who desires to continue within the cadet program beyond the age of 15 may do so until they reach the age

of 18, at which time they will be automatically promoted into one of the higher rank structures.

Section 03:02:00 – Cadet Rank Structure

The cadet rank structure consists of seven individual ranks. When a youth, a person under the age of 16, joins the unit they

are presented with the cadet rank of recruit. From recruit they work their way up through the cadet grades. The highest rank

earned is the grade of C6: Cadet Master. Additionally, the position of Cadet Master of the Unit is a cadet-member who helps

with administrating the Cadet Program. Only one member may hold the position of Cadet Master of the Unit at any given

time and must have completed PD-10.

Grade Rank Insignia Grade Rank Insignia

R1 Recruit

RCT

C4 Cadet Lieutenant

CDLT

C1 Cadet 3rd

Class

CD3C

C5 Cadet Commander

CDCMD

C2 Cadet 2nd

Class

CD2C

C6 Cadet Master

CDM

C3 Cadet 1st Class

CD1C

For more information about the Cadet Program, please refer to the Cadet Program Manual.



Section 04: Commendations and Awards

Section 04:01:00 – Commendations

A commendation is acknowledgement and recognition of a unit member for performance of their duties and participation

within the MSG. Commendations are specific to the 751st MSG and its members only. Any member may nominate and earn a

commendation. To nominate a member for a commendation contact either the DOIC or the OIC. What is needed for proper

awarding of a commendation is the nominee’s name, the reason for the commendation, and the person who is nominating.

The current list of nominations will be read at the monthly chapter meeting or at an appropriately designated event.

There are two different types of commendations. The first is the Recognition Merit Commendation and the second is the

Command Commendation.

Recognition Merit Commendation: The Recognition Merit Commendation is an acknowledgement for services and conduct

rendered to the unit by any member. The commendation is a verbal mention with a write up in the unit’s monthly

report to the chapter CO. Any member of the unit can nominate another member, so long as the merit is warranted.

The key to awarding the commendation is service and conduct given to the unit or in the service of the unit or to a

member of the unit. The commendation can be awarded as needed.

Command Commendation: The Command Commendation is an acknowledgement for services and conduct rendered to the

unit by any member from the OIC. The commendation is a voucher awarded to the nominee with a write up in the

unit’s monthly report to the chapter CO. Any member may submit a nominee to the OIC for consideration and if the

OIC finds the nominee warrants the recognition than the OIC will present the nominee with the commendation. The

commendation can be awarded as needed.

Section 04:02:00 – Awards

An award is an acknowledgement for services and conduct beyond the call of duty awarded to any member of the corps. The

corps has a number of awards presented from the battalion OIC all the way up to the Commandant of the SFMC. The MSG

OIC also has unit awards for the same services and conduct becoming. The unit awards are specifically for the unit members

and are awarded by the OIC. An award takes on the form of a certificate presented to the nominee with a write up in the

monthly report to the chapter CO. Any member of the unit may submit a nominee to the OIC for consideration of an award.

Only the OIC can present an award. The number of times a marine can receive an award is based upon the award.

Time in Service Award:

Award Name: the Worth Award

Frequency: Annually

The Time in Service Award is presented to the unit marine who serves one complete year with

the MSG. There are two types for this award: the Individual Time in Service Award and the

Meritorious Time in Service Award. The Individual Time in Service Award is presented for each single year of

service completed, ranging is numerical representation of one through five (1-5). The Meritorious Time in Service

Award is presented for each five (5) years of continuous service completed.

A marine who earns a Meritorious Time in Service Award is presented with a 5 Year Service Pip. The pip

represents five (5) years of continues service to the unit. The factor to be considered for awarding of the

Service Pip is continues (uninterrupted) membership to the unit.

A marine who earns two (2) Meritorious Time in Service Awards is presented with a 10 Year Service Pip.

The pip represents ten (10) years of continues service to the unit. The factor to be considered for awarding

of the Service Pip is continues (uninterrupted) membership to the unit.



Academic Excellence Award:

Award Name: the Wolf Award

Frequency: As needed

The Academic Excellence Award is presented to the unit marine who completes ten (10)

academy courses. The courses taken can be from either of the academies (SFA or SFMCA)

or any combination of the two. The award is presented for each time a marine accomplishes

this feat. When a marine completes twenty-five courses the marine is presented with the

Meritorious Academic Excellence Award. Superiority

Diplomatic Relations Award:

Award Name: the Shikowitz Award

Frequency: Monthly

The Diplomatic Relations Award is presented to a unit marine who participates in another

chapter’s/MSG’s events as a representative of the 751st MSG. The organization is a social

forum and activities that help to promote social behavior are acknowledged. The award can

only be presented minimally once a month, no matter how many events the marine may

participate in for the given month. The key for awarding the certificate is the unit marine must participate at the

event as a representative of the 751st MSG. The Diplomatic Relations Award is further presented in two higher

ranking certificates: the Friendship Award and the Ambassador Award.

Friendship Award: The Diplomatic Relations: Friendship Award is a higher

acknowledgement of the Diplomatic Relations Award. The Friendship Award is

distinguished by the crimson ribbon of friendship. It is presented to the unit marine who

earns five (5) Diplomatic Relations Awards. A marine can technically earn two (2)

Friendship Awards a year, although usually only one (1) is presented yearly.

Ambassador Award: The Diplomatic Relations: Ambassador Award is a higher

acknowledgement of the Diplomatic Relations Award. The Diplomatic Award is

distinguished by the boarded-arrowhead of diplomacy. It is presented to the unit marine

who earns ten (10) Diplomatic Relations Awards. A marine can only earn one (1)

Ambassador Award a year, due to the nature of the award.

Conduct Service Award:


The Conduct Service Award is presented to the unit marine who provides a service or performs a duty either to the

unit, the chapter, or a member of either that goes beyond the call of duty. The key for awarding the certificate is the

conduct is beyond the normal responsibilities of the marine.

Community Service Award:


The Community Service Award is presented to the unit marine who provides a service to their community while

representing the unit. The organization is a social forum and providing assistance with service to the community

promotes social behavior to be acknowledged.

Good Conduct Award:


The Good Conduct Award is presented to the unit marine who provides assistance, help, or aid to any person who is

in need. The organization is a social forum and providing a helping hand to a person in need demonstrates service to

humanity, a social behavior to be acknowledged.



Regional Conference/Muster Award:

Frequency: Annually

The Regional Conference/Muster Award is presented to the unit marine who attends the official

conference of the Region/Brigade. To be presented with the award the marine must attend the

muster portion of the conference.

International Conference/Muster Award:

Frequency: Annually

The International Conference/Muster Award is presented to the unit marine who attends the

official conference of SFI/SFMC. To be presented with the award the marine must attend the

muster portion of the conference.

Uniform Recognition Award:

Frequency: One (1) per uniform type only

The Uniform Recognition Award is presented to the unit marine who creates (either through

purchase or costuming) an appropriate trek uniform. The uniform must be complete and not

partial in any way. The acquisition of a uniform is time and monetary consuming; therefore

the unit recognizes a marine’s dedication to the look of the MSG.

Fire Awareness Award:

Frequency: Once

The Fire Awareness Award is presented to the unit marine who is able to show real world documentation of

completion of Fire Awareness and Prevention certification. Fire can be deadly and destructive; safety when dealing

with and handling of fire is highly recommended for all unit marines.

Medical Awareness Award:

Frequency: Once per type

The Medical Awareness Award is presented to the unit marine who is able to show real world documentation of

completion of either First Aid Training or CPR Training. There are a number of institutions that instruct in both

medical trainings. Life saving skills is highly recommended for all unit marines.

Personification Award:

Frequency: Once

The Personification Award is presented to the unit marine who completes the Marine Profile

Datasheet (refer to appendix). While the unit is a social forum for people to meet, the unit

participates in a written fictional universe and the creation of a character based upon the

member is recommended. The time used to complete the MPD so that the unit writers have

material to use is appreciated.

Unit Specialty Award:

Award Name: the Raider’s Award


The Unit Specialty Award is designed to cover any unmentioned award. The reason for the award will be

acknowledged on the award. Only the unit OIC can create a Unit Specialty Award; the award is designed to help the

OIC recognize a specific achievement of a unit marine that is not covered within the established awards system.



Section 04:03:00 – Citations

A citation is part of the fictional aspect (the storyline) of the unit. Citations are award to the marine (within the unit’s fiction)

for accomplishments earned while on duty.

Badge of Honor:


The Badge of Honor is presented to the mechajock who demonstrates what it means to be a pilot.

Badge of Valor:


The Badge of Valor is presented to the mechajock who saves another life.

Badge of Fire:


The Badge of Fire is presented to the mechajock who risks their life to save their unit.

Combat Citation:


The Combat Citation is presented to the pilot/gunner that confirms a number of “kills.” A kill is defined as the

complete disabling of another mech; but it does not mean the death of the pilot. To be presented the citation the jock

must have an actual combat kill and not a simulated kill; therefore, training does not count. The Combat Citation is

not highly regarded, but its inclusion is not questioned.

05 Kills: Brash Pilot/Bulls Eye Gunner

10 Kills: Banger Pilot/Crack Gunner

15 Kills: Ace Pilot/Ace Gunner

20 Kills: Top Gun Pilot/ Force Gunner

25 Kills: Supreme Pilot/Elite gunner



Appendix A: Abbreviations

1LT = First Lieutenant

2LT = Second Lieutenant

1SGT = First Sergeant

ADM = Admiral

AE = Aerospace Branch

AMRNDS = Apprentice MECHA Research and Development Specialist

AS2 = Armament Systems Specialist

BDR = Brigadier

BGN = Brigadier General

BOS = Branch of Service

CAPT = Captain [fleet]

CD1C = Cadet 1st Class

CD2C = Cadet 2nd

Class

CD3C = Cadet 3rd

Class

CDCMD = Cadet Commander

CDLT = Cadet Lieutenant

CDM = Cadet Master

CDR = Commander

CDSS = Countermeasures Defensive Systems Specialist

CO = Commanding Officer

COC = Chain of Command

COL = Colonel

COMM – Commodore

CPL = Corporal

CPO = Chief Petty Officer

CPT = Captain [marine]

CRA = Crewman Apprentice

CRM = Crewman

CRR = Crewman Recruit

CWO2 = Chief Warrant Officer 2




DOIC = Deputy Officer in Charge

DSS = Defensive Systems Specialist

ENS = Ensign

FCAPT= Fleet Captain

GEN = General

GSGT = Gunnery Sergeant

IN = Infantry Branch

JMRNDS = Junior MECHA Research and Development Specialist

LCPL = Lance Corporal

LCOL = Lieutenant Colonel

LGEN = Lieutenant General

LMTS = Load Master Transportation Specialist

LT = Lieutenant

LTC = Lieutenant Colonel

LTJG – Lieutenant Junior Grade

MAJ = Major

MCPO = Master Chief Petty Officer

MCPO/SFI = Master Chief Petty Officer of STARFLEET

MCPT = [marine rank] Captain

ME = Mecha Branch



MECHA = Mechanized Enhanced Combat Heavy Armor

MFM = Marine Forces Manual

MGEN = Major General

MGSGT = Master Gunnery Sergeant

MMRNDS = Master MECHA Research and Development Specialist

MOS = Marine Occupational Specialty

MSG = Marine Strike Group

MSGT = Master Sergeant

NCC = Naval Contract Construction

NCO = Non-Commissioned Officer

OD = Officer Development

OIC = Officer in Charge

OTS = Officer Training School

PD = Professional Development

PDSS = Physical Defensive Systems Specialist

PFC = Private First Class

PO1 = Petty Officer First Class

PO2 = Petty Officer Second Class

PO3 = Petty Officer Third Class

PS2 = Power Systems Specialist

PVT = Private

RADM = Rear Admiral

RC = Regional Coordinator

RCT = Recruit

RNDS = Research and Development Specialist

S3 = Sensor Systems Specialist

SCPO = Senior Chief Petty Officer

SFA = Starfleet Academy

SFI = STARFLEET: The International Star Trek Fan Association, Inc.

SFMC = Starfleet Marine Corps

SFMCA = Starfleet Marine Corps Academy

SGM = Sergeant Major

SGM/SFMC = Sergeant Major of the STARFLEET Marine Corps

SGT = Sergeant

SITS = System Ignitions Transportation Specialist

SMRNDS = Senior MECHA Research and Development Specialist

SPSS = Support Systems Specialist

SSGT = Staff Sergeant

SU = Support Branch

TNG = The Next Generation

TransSpec = Transportation Specialist

TS = Transportation Specialist

UDTS = Unit Deployment Transportation Specialist

UNCO = Unit Non-Commissioned Officer

USS = United Space Ship

VADM = Vice Admiral

WO = Warrant Officer

XO = Executive Officer



Appendix B: 751st MSG Marine Oath

Oath of Enlistment

"I, (insert name here), do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United Federation of Planets

against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders

of the President of the United Federation of Planets and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations

and the Uniform Code of Military Justice."

Officer’s Oath

"I, (insert name here), having been appointed an officer in the Starfleet Marine Corps of the United Federation of Planets, as

indicated above in the grade of (insert rank here) do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the

United Federation of Planets against all enemies, foreign and domestic, that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same;

that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully

discharge the duties of the office upon which I am about to enter."

Appendix B.1: SFMC Pledges

The Creed of the STARFLEET Marine

I am a Starfleet Marine!

A professional!

I am a volunteer, knowing all the hazards of my profession.

I serve with the memory of those who have gone before me.

I pledge to uphold the honor and integrity of all I am, in all I do.

I am a professional soldier; I will serve wherever duty requires.

I will always strive to excel in every art and artifice of war.

I know that I may be tasked to serve in isolation, far from familiar faces and voices.

I will conquer my fears and succeed.

I will keep my mind and body clean, alert, and strong, for this is my debt to those who depend upon me.

I will maintain myself, my arms, and my equipment as befits a Starfleet Marine.

I will not fail those with whom I serve.

I will not bring shame upon myself or the Corps.

I will adapt and overcome any adversity.

My goal is to succeed in any mission, and to live to succeed again.

I will succeed.

The Marine Rifle Oath

This is my rifle.

There are many like it, but this one is mine.

My rifle is my best friend. It is my life.

I must master it, as I master my life.

My rifle, without me, is useless.

Without my rifle, I am useless.

The MSG Marine Oath is not an official part of the SFMC; this is an element of the MSG as part of our enjoyment and work

as a strike group.

The SFMC pledges are taken from the Marine Forces Manual (MFM) 2010 Edition.



I must fire my rifle true.

I must shoot straighter than my enemy, who is trying to kill me.

I must shoot him, before he shoots me.

I know that what counts in war is not the shots I fire, nor the sound of my firing.

I know that it is the hits that count.

My rifle is human, even as I, because it is my life.

Thus, I will learn it as a brother.

I will learn its weakness and its strength.

I will keep my rifle clean and ready, even as I am clean and ready.

We will become part of each other.

My rifle and I are the defenders of my world.

We are the masters of our enemy.

We are the saviors of my life.

So be it, until victory is ours, and there is no enemy, only Peace.

Guard Duty General Orders

1. I will take charge of the post that I am assigned and all other Federation property in view.

2. I will walk the limits of my post in a military manner, being always on the alert for anything unusual.

3. I will challenge all persons who enter my area, regardless of their rank or status.

4. I will report accidents, emergencies, and anything not covered by my orders to the Officer of the Watch.

5. I will insure the safety of all visitors of high rank while they are on my post.

6. I will receive, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders of the Officer of the Watch or the Commander of

the Relief.

7. I will quit my post only when properly relieved.



Appendix C: 751st MSG Cadence

While marching a cadence is sometimes used. The following cadence was written by K. J. Wolf, copyright 2012 – all rights

reserved.

Raiding Seven Fifty-first

We’re raiding from the skies

We’re striking with lighting

Our aim is true

Victory is ours

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

I am a raider

We are raiders

Here we go

On the road

I love double time

Feels good

Sounds good

On the road

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

From the skies we raid

Lightning falling from the skies

Our enemies trembling

Victory is ours

Four by four

Two by two

Marching to battle

Mecha for life

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

Fire it up

Seven fifty-first

[Repeat]



Appendix D: 751st MSG Theme Music

As part of our identity the unit has selected a theme song as a device. The song is “Pissed Off

and Mad About It” by the Texas Hippie Coalition (also known as THC). The song was released

on their album “Rollin’,” which is their second album and the first national release, on July 6,

2010. The group says that their style of music is called “Red Dirt Metal,” although the music

industry calls their style rock. The song became the lead single and the album reached the top ten

on the CMJ Loud Rock Chart. THC is from Texas and formed in 2008 when members from rival

bands were forced to tour together. The band members consist of (December 2012): Bid Dad

Ritch, John Exall (the two original members who created the band), Scott Lytle, and Michael

Hayes.

Pissed Off and Mad About It (edited version)

By: Texas Hippie Coalition

Copyright: Texas Hippie Coalition, all rights reserved

This one is how I feel.

And this one is so surreal.

And this one is so unreal.

And this one is how I feel.

Guess you've heard about it,

Pissed off and mad about it.

So let me scream and shout it,






This one is the pain relived.

And this one is the truth unsealed.

And this is the sword I wield.

And this is my battlefield.








Pissed off and mad about it!

This is how I feel.

And this is so surreal.

And this is so unreal.

And this is how I feel.









In addition to the MSG theme song, the unit has a combat song. The combat song is “War

Machine” by KISS and is from the “Creatures of the Night” album, their tenth album, released

on October 13, 1982. The song was written by Gene Simmons, Bryan Adams, and Jim Valance.

While Paul Stanley normal sings as the main frontman for the band, Gene Simmons (the bands

co-frontman) sings vocals for the song. KISS was formed in New York City during January

1973. The band members consist of (December 2012): Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer,

and Tommy Thayer.



War Machine

By: KISS

Copyright: KISS, all rights reserved

Wanna bite the hand that feeds me

Wanna turn the tides

Set the demons free and watch 'em fly

Strike down the one who leads me

I'm gonna take his place

Gonna vindicate the human race

Better watch out

'Cause I'm a war machine

Better watch out


Take the reins of power and seize them

Draw the battle lines

Armageddon's just a matter of time

Tear down the voice of reason

Let the arrows fly

Your freedom's just a state of mind, yeah

Better watch out


You better watch out

'Cause I'm a war machine, yeah





Better watch out


I'm a war machine

I'm a war machine



Appendix E: Marine Persona Datasheet

Name: The name of the character to be used; this can be your real name or not. If you choose not to use your real name,

please include your real name so we know who the character file is from.

Nickname: Some characters use a secondary name for themselves.

Marine Occupational Specialty: The job the person does.

Race/Species: Since the fictional universe has a number of alien species, we need to know from what species the character

comes from.

Gender: What sex is the character, if the character has one?

Height: How tall is the character?

Weight: How much does the character weigh?

Nationality: Within the character’s race is there a societal division of the character.

Skin Color: What color skin does the character have?

Hair Color: What color of hair (or fur) is any does the character have?

Eye Color: What color eyes does the character have?

Build: What body shape does the character have? Is the character tall and thin, built with a lot of muscles, big and bulky with

muscles, or etc?

Facial Structure: What does the character’s face look like?

Distinguishing Marks: Does the character have any marks on their bodies that can help them to be identified; such as scars

or tattoos.

Parents: Mother(s): The name of the character’s mother or mothers and rather they live or are deceased.

Father(s): The name of the character’s father or fathers and rather they live or are deceased.

Siblings: Brother(s): The name of any brothers the character may have and rather they live or are deceased.

Sister(s): The name of any sisters the character may have and rather they live or are deceased.

Family: Immediate: The name of any family the character has and rather they live or are deceased; such as a wife/husband

and/or children.

Extended: The name of any family the character has beyond his immediate family and rather they live or are

deceased; such as grand-children, nieces, nephews, etc.

Quote: A saying the character has and uses regularly.

Favored Weapon: Does the character have a favored weapon they use and prefer to use in combat.

Battle Cry: A saying the character may say or callout during battles.

Symbol: A picture or shield that represents the character (like a personal crest).

Colors: What are the character’s colors?

Mannerisms: How does the character act and why.

Quarks: Is there anything the character does that may seem particular and why?

Faith: Does the character have a religious faith and what is it?

Background: What is the character’s immediate back story?

History: What is the character’s life?

Documents

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