Royal Commando Service - RCS|

[Manticore]

Tag: RCS|
ID: Bretonian Intelligence Service
IFF: Armed Forces

General Information

Her Majesty's Own Commando Regiment, otherwise known as the Royal Commando Service, was founded in 819 AS at the personal request of Queen Carina for a force that could carry out raids against Gallia and Gallic-occupied territory. Drawn exclusively from volunteers from the other branches of the Bretonian Military, the Royal Commando Service is unique in that it answers only to the Monarch and Prime Minister, not the command structures of the Bretonian Armed Forces or Bretonian Intelligence Service.

The group specializes in quick precision strikes, and can comfortably operate in space, aboard installations, or on a variety of planetary terrain. Those who pass the difficult selection process are extensively trained in several undisclosed locations. All members of the regiment, from the commanding officer down to enlisted, are required to pass through selection and training.

Officially, the unit is headquartered on the Battleship Grimsby in Newcastle. The Grimsby serves as a central anchoring and resupply point for the unit, but the true headquarters will soon be the HMS Vanguard, a Bretonia Royal Cruise Liner that was decommissioned and is in the process of refit into a mobile command and control center for the Royal Commandos.

Objectives

1. Conducting offensive operations against any and all enemies of Bretonia, particularly Gallia.
   
2. Performing field reconnaissance and gathering intelligence on foreign entities.
   
3. Protecting Bretonia's sovereignty against all threats, both foreign and domestic.
   

Organization

The Royal Commando Service has several smaller units and squadrons contained within it. These units often will operate on independent assignment away from command, including possible undercover work. Thus, members of these units must remain anonymous.

Crown Squadron

The Crowns are the elite soldiers of the Royal Commandos, and are usually the primary unit for missions that require infiltration of a space station or planet. The Crowns specialize in various forms of combat and demolitions.

Sword Squadron

The Swords are the elite pilots of the Royal Commandos, often operating in close support of other units. Though fully trained in all areas, the Swords specialize in piloting small craft and demolitions, and typically will be assigned to missions requiring either close air/space cover or extended dogfighting.

Enigma Squadron

The Enigmas, as the name suggests, are the elite infiltrators of the Royal Commandos, and are usually assigned to special missions as befitting their expertise. They specialize in stealth and clandestine operations, often operating undercover. Members of this unit never operate openly, and rumors indicate that the squadron may only activate at times of special need.

Squadron assignment is not something set in stone, and Command may move individuals between different squadrons as requirements change.

Command Structure

The members of the Royal Commando Service use Bretonian Army ranks and insignia.

Colonel

The Colonel is the formal commander of the Royal Commando Service, for the unit only consists of one (technically understrength) regiment. As Commanding Officer of the Regiment, they retain final authority on all operational matters, and is responsible for determining the unit's strategy.

Naming Convention: RCS|Col.First.Last

Current Colonel: Sir Avery Stirling (Manticore)

Major

The Major serves as Second-in-Command for the Regiment, reporting only to the Colonel and serving as his right hand aide. As Executive Officer, they are often called upon to resolve internal disputes and assist the Colonel in strategic planning.

Naming Convention: RCS|Maj.First.Last

Current Major: Alexander Arland (L3wt)

Captain

The Captains serve as Officers in Command (OC) for the Regiment's two subunits, and are proven veterans of commando operations. Frequently detached with their units from central command on assignments, they are required to have strong command skills.

Naming Convention: RCS|Capt.First.Last

Current Captains: None

Lieutenant

The Lieutenants aid the Officers in Command (OC) of the Regiment's two subunits. Frequently detached with their units from central command on assignments, they are required to have demonstrated command skill.

Naming Convention: RCS|Lt.First.Last

Current Lieutenants: None

Sergeant

Sergeants are distinguished enlisted members of the Regiment who are typically proven veterans of combat. They are trusted to lead and watch over the newest enlisted.

Naming Convention: RCS|Sgt.First.Last

Current Sergeants: None

Corporal

Corporals are the newest and most junior members of the Regiment, but mere admission into the unit is a feat unto itself. If they survive their first few missions, they are likely to advance on. After one week and six flight hours logged, they become eligible to join a Squadron.

Naming Convention: RCS|Cpl.First.Last

Current Corporals: John Tillman (Ndk071) | Phillip Northridge (SummerMcLovin) | Mathew Pearson (Snoopyman)

Private (Provisional)

Provisional Privates are individuals who have been tentatively accepted into the Regiment, pending the demonstration of skill, willingness to learn, and quick thinking in actual RCS operations. They will be invited to contribute to selected operations and patrols to prove themselves, and will be fully accepted and promoted to Corporal if they do so. Command reserves the right to extend this provisional period for an indefinite amount of time.

Naming Convention: First.Last

Current Privates: Christina Lee (Ghost.Radical) | Constantine Colquhoun (KaiserDietz)

Diplomacy

Bretonian Armed Forces and other Bretonian Organizations

The Royal Commando Service naturally pledges itself to the same overall goals as the other armed organizations of the Bretonian government, but acts as a completely separate organ. The Armed Forces are, as such, not privy to the decision making process or sensitive information possessed by any RCS operatives, unless deemed appropriate by the senior RCS officer in the field. Render assistance as necessary, but not to the degree that RCS objectives may be compromised.

House Liberty

As Liberty is the primary ally of Bretonia, some cooperation is to be expected. The same rules apply as with the Bretonian military, but with added diplomatic sensibilities. If called upon for assistance, comply at leisure, but otherwise, there are no true obligations unless mission objectives call for it.

The Council, Colonial Republic, Bounty Hunters

The same situation as with Liberty, with the added caveat that caution should be increased in inverse proportion with the strength of their allegiance. As always, permit no information leakage, unless explicitly sanctioned by the Colonel.

House Rheinland

To be treated with appropriate courtesy and caution as deemed appropriate by operatives in the field - discretion is strongly advised. Diplomatic incidents are to be avoided, as Bretonia has enough enemies as it stands.

The Order

All RCS operatives are to treat Order agents with suspicion, but violence is not suggested. If possible, extract information from agents encountered so as to evaluate possible Nomad threats against Bretonia.

House Kusari

In the wake of a major war against this House, many hostilities and a great deal of suspicion lingers still. Do not encroach upon Kusari space unless mission-critical, or much diplomatic grief and subsequent bureaucratic scrutiny is bound to follow every RCS element involved. In turn, do not tolerate KNF intrusion in Bretonian space, unless extremely alleviating circumstances are in place.

Junkers

Even though the Junkers are mostly not very dangerous, they are not trustworthy in the slightest and often have histories of criminal activity within House borders. Exercise extreme caution, and engage if fired upon.

Outcasts

An active armed presence combined with an attitude bordering on the directly brigand and a history of skirmishes with a great many different factions, including Bretonia, is something to keep a close eye on. If encountered in the Taus, RCS operatives are urged to tread lightly and be prepared to enter combat at a moment’s notice.

Mollys

These insurgents and pirates have a long and bloody history with Bretonia. While most commonly encountered in Dublin, incursions into Leeds and New London are regular occurrences. However, as they are not the most immediate threat against Bretonia, RCS operatives are encouraged to engage on a discretionary basis.

Sirius Coalition Revolutionary Army

Although relatively minor and remote, the SCRA is possessed with extremely hostile relations to Bretonia, and are to be fought where found within Bretonian borders.

Corsairs

A secondary threat to Bretonia, raids of varying scale and regularity are launched from the Omegas by this loosely organized faction. RCS operatives should engage without compunction and without mercy, wherever they are found.

House Gallia

The primary threat to Bretonia’s security as a nation, and leading cause to the establishment of the RCS. Any and all threats involving Gallia is our immediate concern, and no quarter and every means of exploitation should be utilized in our campaign to stymie their large-scale invasion of our space. Needless to say, operatives are to engage Gaul military on sight, unless doing so compromises our objectives.

Zone of Influence

The Royal Commando Service's Zone of Influence is divided into the following categories:

Bretonian Core Systems (Respond to attacks if available.)
New London, Cambridge, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Dublin, Dundee, Salisbury, Inverness, Chester, Magellan, Cortez, Omega-3

Primary Focus Systems (In which most operations will be conducted.)
Tau-31, Tau-29, Tau-23, Edinburgh, Lewis, Orkney, Faroe

Restricted Access Systems (Requires special permission to enter.)
Languedoc, Corse, Provence, Omega-5, Omega-50, Omega-49, Poole, Londonderry, Coronado, Baffin, Rousillion

Members may be permitted to travel to other parts of Sirius with special permission.

Other Information

• We are a roleplay-focused faction. Prospective members must have proven roleplaying skill in order to join.
  
• Our goal is to begin a roleplaying "campaign" with weekly chapters that continue the story.
  
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