Fielded Military Power:
Federation Defense Forces: 23,512
Esseraki Defense Forces: 38,094
Lurossi Imperial Defense Forces: 17,821
Quar Allied Forces: 7,627
Anssonian Armed Forces: 54,183
Dradenian Armed Forces: 19,744
Total Fielded Military Personnel: 160,981
Federation Civil Defense Personnel: 18,184
Federation Civil Defense Force
The Federation Civil Defense Force in Lutezzik plays a crucial role in safeguarding the nation’s domestic security and responding to various emergencies and disasters. As a domestic agency similar to the US National Guard, the Civil Defense Force is responsible for providing protection and support to the Federation’s citizens, infrastructure, and critical assets. They are trained and equipped to handle a wide range of challenges, including natural disasters, civil unrest, terrorist threats, and other emergencies. The Force also plays a vital role in disaster response and recovery, assisting in search and rescue operations, providing medical aid, and coordinating relief efforts. Additionally, they work closely with law enforcement agencies to maintain order during crises while upholding civil liberties. The Federation Civil Defense Force is known for its rapid response capabilities and adaptability, ensuring the safety and well-being of the Federation’s population and contributing to the overall stability and security of the nation.
The Ranks of the Federation Civil Defense Force
Enlisted:
- Sentinel Recruit
- Sentinel Apprentice
- Guardian
- Protector
- Centurion
- Shieldbearer
- Sentinel Sergeant/Guardian Sergeant
- Shieldbearer Sergeant
- Sentinel Master Sergeant/Shieldbearer Master Sergeant
- Chief Master Sergeant of the Federation Civil Defense Forces
Commissioned:
- Guardian Lieutenant
- Shieldbearer Lieutenant
- Sentinel Captain
- Sentinel Major
- Guardian Major
- Centurion Major
- Sentinel Lieutenant Colonel/ Warden Lieutenant Colonel
- Centurion General
- Sentinel General
- General
- Chief of Staff of the Federation Civil Defense Force
Federation Defense Forces
The Federation Defense Force (FDF) is the unified military organization of the Federation of Lutezzik, responsible for safeguarding the nation’s security and sovereignty. As a multi-branch military force, the FDF comprises the Army, Navy/Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Air Force, each tasked with specific roles and responsibilities. The primary mission of the FDF is to defend the Federation against external threats, maintain territorial integrity, and support peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts both within the nation and abroad. Additionally, the FDF plays a crucial role in disaster response and civil defense, assisting civilian authorities during natural calamities and emergencies. The FDF is guided by principles of discipline, professionalism, and respect for human rights. It strives to be a capable and modern military, adopting cutting-edge technology and training methods to effectively counter contemporary challenges. The FDF also cooperates with regional and international partners to promote regional stability and global peace. As a symbol of national unity and strength, the Federation Defense Force stands as a bulwark against any potential threats to the nation’s security and interests.
Army Ranks:
Enlisted:
- Fusilier Apprentice
- Fusilier
- Corporal Fusilier
- Lance Sergeant
- Sergeant
- Staff Sergeant
- Master Sergeant
- Sergeant Major
- Command Sergeant Major
- Regimental Sergeant Major
- Command Sergeant Major of the Army
Commissioned:
- Ensign
- Lieutenant
- Vanguard Captain
- Sentinel Major
- Shieldbearer Colonel
- Brigadier Guardian
- Paladin Major General
- Paladin Lieutenant Marshal
- Paladin Marshal
- General Warden
- Commanding General Warden of the Army
Navy/Coast Guard Ranks:
Enlisted:
- Seafarer Recruit
- Seafarer Apprentice
- Mariner
- Coastal Scout
- Aquanaut Third Class
- Aquanaut Second Class
- Aquanaut First Class
- Naval Gunner Second Class
- Naval Gunner First Class
- Coastal Warden/Chief Aquanaut
- Senior Chief Aquanaut
- Master Chief Mariner
Commissioned:
- Sub-Lieutenant Seafarer
- Lieutenant Seafarer
- Commander
- Aquanaut Captain
- Commodore, Coastal/ Commodore, Nautical
- Rear Admiral, Coastal/ Rear Admiral, Nautical
- Vice Admiral, Nautical
- Admiral, Maritime/ Admiral, Operations
- Fleet Admiral
- Chief of Naval Operations
Marine Corps Ranks:
Enlisted:
- Marine Cadet
- Marine Recruit
- Marine Raider
- Marine Avenger
- Marine Defender
- Marine Guardian
- Marine Sentinel
- Marine Protector
- Staff Sergeant
- Sergeant Major Second Class
- Sergeant Major First Class
- Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
Commissioned:
- Second Lieutenant
- First Lieutenant Avenger
- Captain Guardian
- Major Aviator
- Lieutenant Colonel Raider
- Colonel Sentinel
- Brigadier Captain
- Major General
- Lieutenant Marshal
- Marshal
- General Sentinel
- General
- Commandant of the Marine Corps
Air Force Ranks:
Enlisted:
- Air Cadet
- Air Apprentice
- Sky Sentinel
- Aero Guardian
- Air Patrol Third Class
- Air Patrol Second Class
- Air Patrol First Class
- Wing Guardian Sergeant
- Staff Sergeant
- Technical Sergeant
- Air Patrol Master Sergeant
- Air Patrol Senior Master Sergeant
- Air Patrol Chief Master Sergeant
- Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
Commissioned:
- Flight Officer Second Class
- Flight Officer First Class
- Squadron Leader
- Wing Commander Skyward
- Group Captain
- Air Commodore
- Air Vice Marshal Aviator
- Air Marshal Aviator
- Air Chief Marshal Aviator
- Air Marshal Major General
- Air Marshal General
- Chief of Staff of the Air Force
Federation Armored Division Composition:
Approximately
1,090 personnel
40 M1A4F Guardian Main Battle Tanks
25 M2A3 Griffin Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicles
16 M109S Paladin Self-propelled howitzers
20 IFV-30 Defender Infantry Fighting Vehicles
- Division Headquarters:
- Division Commander
- Executive Officer
- Division Staff (Operations, Intelligence, Logistics, Communications, etc.)
- Armored Brigade:
- Brigade Headquarters:
- Brigade Commander
- Brigade Executive Officer
- Tank Battalion (x2):
- Battalion Commander
- Tank Companies (3-4)
- M1A4F Guardian Main Battle Tanks
- Armored Infantry Battalion (x1):
- Battalion Commander
- Armored Infantry Companies (3-4)
- Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicles (AIFVs)
- Artillery Battalion:
- Battalion Commander
- Self-Propelled Howitzers (M109S Paladin SPH)
- Support and Maintenance Units:
- Combat Engineers, Medical, Logistics, Maintenance
- Mechanized Brigade:
- Similar structure to Armored Brigade but with a focus on Mechanized Infantry.
- Infantry Fighting Vehicle Battalion (x2):
- IFV Companies (3-4)
- M2A3 Griffin Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicles
- IFV Companies (3-4)
- Support Units:
- Air Defense Artillery Battalion:
- Anti-Aircraft Missile Systems (Federation SAM-1)
- Combat Engineers Battalion:
- Engineer Support Vehicles
- Logistics Battalion:
- Transport and Supply Vehicles
- Signal Battalion:
- Communications and Information Systems
- Medical Battalion:
- Medical and Evacuation Vehicles
Federation Infantry and Marine Division Composition:
Approximately
2,188 personnel
12 MBT-45 Sentinel Main Battle Tanks
20 FAV-13 Firefly Fast Attack Vehicles
5 M2A3 Griffin Infantry Fighting Vehicles
10 AGV-12 Condor Assault Ground Vehicles
5 IFV-30 Defender Infantry Fighting Vehicles
8 M109S Paladin SPHs
1. Headquarters and Command:
- Divisional Commander’s HQ
- Communications and Intelligence Unit
- Forward Observation and Target Acquisition Teams
2. Infantry Brigade (x2):
- Brigade Commander’s HQ
- Three Infantry Battalions per Brigade
- Infantry Battalion (x3):
- Battalion Commander’s HQ
- Infantry Companies (x3) per Battalion
- Infantry Squads (x3-4) per Company
- Support Squads (Machine Gun, Mortar) per Company
- Anti-Armor Squads (Missile Teams) per Battalion
- Infantry Battalion (x3):
3. Mechanized Brigade:
- Brigade Commander’s HQ
- Mechanized Infantry Battalions (x2)
- Mechanized Infantry Companies (x3) per Battalion
- Equipped with IFVs and APCs
- Mechanized Infantry Companies (x3) per Battalion
- Armored Battalion:
- Armored Companies (x3)
- Equipped with MBTs
- Armored Companies (x3)
- Artillery Battalion:
- Self-Propelled Howitzer Companies (x2)
- Support and Reconnaissance Companies
4. Artillery Regiment:
- Regimental Commander’s HQ
- Artillery Battalions (x2)
- Self-Propelled Howitzer Batteries (x2-3) per Battalion
- Multiple Launch Rocket System Batteries (x1-2) per Battalion
5. Engineer Battalion:
- Battalion Commander’s HQ
- Combat Engineer Companies (x3-4)
- Specialized in mine-clearing, obstacle breaching, and construction
6. Reconnaissance Battalion:
- Battalion Commander’s HQ
- Reconnaissance Companies (x3)
- Equipped with reconnaissance vehicles and drones
7. Medical Battalion:
- Battalion Commander’s HQ
- Medical Companies (x3)
- Provides medical support and evacuation for wounded soldiers
8. Logistics and Support Units:
- Battalion-level units responsible for supply, maintenance, transportation, and other support services
Federation Military Police Division Composition:
Approximately 2,040 Personnel
15 Law Enforcement Vehicles (Patrol Cars, SUVs)
5 Tactical Response Vehicles
5 FAV-13 Firefly Fast Attack Vehicles for Special Operations
K-9 Units equipped with trained military working dogs
6 Mobile Detention Vehicles
1. Headquarters and Command:
- Divisional Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Communications and Intelligence Unit
- Criminal Investigation Division
2. Military Police Brigades (x2):
- Brigade Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Military Police Battalions (x2) per Brigade
- Military Police Companies (x4) per Battalion
- Military Police Platoons (x3) per Company
- Equipped with law enforcement vehicles
- Specialized in law enforcement, security, and crowd control
- Military Police Platoons (x3) per Company
- Military Police Companies (x4) per Battalion
3. Traffic Control and Enforcement Brigade:
- Brigade Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Traffic Control Battalions (x2)
- Traffic Control Companies (x3) per Battalion
- Equipped with traffic control vehicles and equipment
- Responsible for maintaining order on military roads and facilities
- Traffic Control Companies (x3) per Battalion
4. Correctional and Detention Battalion:
- Battalion Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Correctional Facilities Companies (x3)
- Responsible for managing military detention facilities and providing custodial services
5. K-9 Unit:
- Battalion Provost Marshal’s HQ
- K-9 Companies (x2)
- Utilize specially trained military working dogs for various security and detection tasks
6. Special Operations Division:
- Division Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Special Operations Battalions (x2)
- Conduct high-risk operations, VIP protection, and counter-terrorism activities
- Equipped with specialized vehicles and equipment
7. Security and Protection Battalion:
- Battalion Provost Marshal’s HQ
- Security Companies (x3)
- Provide security for sensitive installations, dignitaries, and important events
8. Support and Logistics Units:
- Battalion-level units responsible for supply, maintenance, transportation, and other support services
Military Honors
Federation Cross- For outstanding performance in the face of mortal danger
Unity Star- For outstanding selflessness
Vanguard Medal- For serving in an operation in defense of the Federation
Alliance Service Ribbon- For serving 10 years in the Armed Forces
Honor Guard Badge- For being a member of the Federation Honor Guard
Federation Commendation- For notable actions of valor on the battlefield
Liberty Star- For serving in the 1997 Operation Free Carlavo
Valor Ribbon- For being wounded in battle
Sentinel Medal- For 15 years of service in the Armed Forces
Meritorious Service Cross- For notable performance in day-to-day duties
Sovereign Honor- For serving a tour as an Embassy Security Officer
Alliance Defense Citation- For serving a tour on Dres Island at the Radar and Satellite Station
Victory Star- For serving a tour aboard a Federation naval vessel
Noble Service Medal- For serving 5 years in the Armed Forces
Resolute Commendation- For reenlisting
Guardian Ribbon- For outstanding performance in defense of Federation principles
Distinguished Leadership Star- For outstanding leadership
Distinguished Service Medal- For outstanding performance
Federation Medal of Honor- For unique, outstanding, selfless performance in combat
Keeper of Peace Citation- For serving a tour on a peacekeeping mission
Command Structure
Federation Military Command Structure:
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Chairperson of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: The highest-ranking military officer responsible for overseeing the overall defense and security of the Federation. This position is appointed by the Federation Council and serves as the principal military advisor to the Chancellor and Chancellor-regent.
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Joint Chiefs of Staff: Comprised of the highest-ranking military officers from each member state’s armed forces, the Joint Chiefs of Staff assist the Chairperson in coordinating military operations, formulating defense policies, and providing strategic advice.
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Member State Military Commands: Each member state with its own military maintains its own military command structure, responsible for the defense and security within their respective territories. The structure and titles of the command positions may vary among member states.
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Esserix Military Command: Oversees the Esserix Armed Forces and is led by the Esserix Chief of Defense. This position is the highest-ranking military officer in Esserix and is responsible for coordinating military activities within Esserix.
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Dradena Military Command: Responsible for the Dradenan Armed Forces, led by the Dradena Chief of Defense, who holds the highest military authority in Dradena and oversees military operations within the nation.
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Quar Alliance Military Command: Manages the Quar Alliance’s combined military forces, led by the Quar Commander-in-Chief. The position of Commander-in-Chief may rotate among the leaders of the Quar Alliance member states.
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Ansson Military Command: Oversees the Ansson Armed Forces and is led by the Ansson Chief of Defense. This position holds the highest military authority in Ansson and is responsible for the nation’s military operations.
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Luross Military Command: Responsible for the Luross Armed Forces and is led by the Luross Chief of Defense. The Luross Chief of Defense holds the highest military rank in Luross and directs military activities within the nation.
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Federation Military Command: In times of joint operations or conflict involving multiple member states, a Federation Military Command may be established. This command is composed of representatives from each member state’s armed forces, working under a designated commander-in-chief to ensure coordinated efforts.
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Regional Commands: The Federation or member state may have regional commands responsible for overseeing military activities within specific geographic areas or theaters of operation.
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Branch Commands: Each member state’s military has separate branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.), each with its own command structure led by high-ranking officers responsible for the operations and readiness of that branch. As does the Federation.
It is important to note that the specifics of each member state’s military command structure may vary based on their own national policies, military traditions, and organizational requirements. The Federation Military Command Structure is designed to promote cooperation and coordination among member states while respecting their individual sovereignty and military capabilities.