The charter of the 12th fleet.

1. History.

1.1 The 12th fleet was set up in the year 2409 intended to deal with the upcoming confrontation with an unknown hostile species under the command of Fleet Admiral Arsinoe Scienta. This new fleet would be comprised of veterans from various duty stations all across the Federation who has proven themselves time and time again in their respective fields. Together they will combat this new threat and uphold the Constitution of the United Federation of Planets.

2. Belief system.

2.1 We believe all races are equal.

2.2 We believe that science and exploration are the way forward in the universe.

2.3 We believe in the integrity and preservation of Starfleet and the Federation, no matter the cost.

3. Membership.

3.1 Membership in the 12th fleet is not prohibited on real life discrimination based upon race, religion, ethnic group, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability and sexual orientation.

3.2 All members of the 12th fleet are to be 13 years of age or older, if not parental consent is required.

4.Interaction with fleet members

4.1 Our members must at all time remember that this is a game and not real life, unless you are asked about it please leave the real life issues at the login screen.

4.2 Our members must at all time remember that our fleet does allow children. Therefore all conversations need to be kept between normal boundaries just as you would in the real world, this includes both the public and private forums.

4.3 Our members are expected to abide by the rules set down by Cryptic’s STO. Forum and by the fleets guildelines.

4.4 The STO forums serve as an important recruitment tool for the fleet. Disagreements are not tolerated on the STO forums. If there is an issue we ask you take it to the private forums and alert your division head.

5 Definition of rank & responsibilities.

5.1 Fleet Admiral. (command officer)

5.1.1 Commander in Chief of the 12th Fleet.

5.1.1.1 Serves as the Head of State and Government.

5.1.1.2 Supervises the Departments and Divisions of the fleet.

5.1.1.3 Investigates any claims and problems with officers inside or outside the fleet

5.1.1.4 Holds veto powers over all decisions made that concern the 12th Fleet and anything related.

5.2 Admiral (command officer)

5.2.1 This rank is reserved for special use and cannot be obtained at this time nor has the rank been awarded.

5.2.2 These members have to be at least 21 years old.

5.3 Vice Admiral (command officer)

5.3.1 These members are expected to lead a department comprising 2-3 divisions or 4-6 squadrons, be aware that at any time the Fleet Admiral can countermand any command given.

5.3.2 These members are expected to be active every day on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums. If this is not possible a notification has to be send to the Fleet Admiral 2 days in advance. The only tolerated absence without notification is during emergency situations in real life.

5.3.3 These members are expected to be competent both in their leadership skills and their respective MMO field.

5.3.4 These members have to be at least 21 years old

5.4 Rear Admiral (command officer)

5.4.1 These members are expected to lead a division comprising 4-6 squadrons, be aware that at any time the Fleet Admiral can countermand any command given.

5.4.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums. If this is not possible a notification has to be send to the Fleet Admiral 2 days in advance. The only tolerated absence without notification is during emergency situations in real life.

5.4.3 These members are expected to be competent both in their leadership skills and their respective MMO field.

5.4.4 These members have to be at least 21 years old.

5.5 Commodore (command officer)

5.5.1 These members are the assistants of the division admiral. A commodore will only be appointed if a division expands from its standard 2 squadrons to 3 or possibly 4 squadrons.

5.5.2 Besides division XO’s a commodore rank can also be assigned to the personal assistant of the Fleet Admiral, although this person holds limited power he acts as the eyes and ears of the Fleet Admiral and reports to him and no other. Interference can only occur if the assistant acts against the good of the fleet, this latter needs to be determined by at least 3 officers of command rank.

5.5.3 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums. If this is not possible a notification has to be send to the Fleet Admiral 2 days in advance. The only tolerated absence without notification is during emergency situations in real life.

5.5.4 These members are expected to be competent both in their leadership skills and their respective MMO field.

5.5.5 These members have to be at least 18 years old.

5.6 Fleet captain (enlisted officer)

5.6.1 These members are captains who have shown exceptional talent in leading their squadron and have gone above and beyond the call of duty. The rank is given only to the best captains in the fleet.

5.6.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums. If this is not possible a notification has to be send to the Fleet Admiral 2 days in advance. The only tolerated absence without notification is during emergency situations in real life.

5.6.3 These members are expected to be competent both in their leadership skills and their respective MMO field.

5.6.4 These members have to be at least 18 years old.

5.7 Captain (enlisted officer)

5.7.1 These members are in charge of a squadron comprising of 5 other officers. A captain is generally someone who is well liked and respected by his fellow fleet mates, especially those under his command.

5.7.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums. If this is not possible a notification has to be send to the Fleet Admiral 2 days in advance. The only tolerated absence without notification is during emergency situations in real life.

5.7.3 These members are expected to lead their squadrons and report to the Rear Admiral in charge of their respective division.

5.7.4 These members are expected to be competent both in their leadership skills and their respective MMO field.

5.7.5 These members have to be at least 18 years old.

5.8 Commander (enlisted officer)

5.8.1 These members act as a squadrons XO.

5.8.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums.

5.8.3 These members are expected to assist with recruitment and other tasks important to the fleet.

5.8.4 These members need to have recruited at least 4 officers in the past or performed other tasks to assist the fleet.

5.9 Lieutenant-commander (enlisted officer)

5.9.1 These members act as the 3d in command of a squadron.

5.9.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums.

5.9.3 These members are expected to assist with recruitment and other tasks important to the fleet.

5.9.4 These members need to have recruited at least 2 officers in the past or performed other tasks to assist the fleet.

5.10 Lieutenant (enlisted officer)

5.10.1 These members are middle ranking officers in the fleet.

5.10.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums.

5.10.3 These members are the first mid level officer rank and are expected to start work to aid the fleet where possible.

5.11 Lieutenant Junior Grade (enlisted officer)

5.11.1 These members are junior officers of their squadron and the fleet.

5.11.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums.

5.12 Ensign

5.12.1 These members are the lowest enlisted officers of their squadron and the fleet.

5.12.2 These members are expected to be frequently active on the Cryptic STO forums and the private forums.

5.13 Cadets (Academy)

5.13.1 These members have just joined the fleet and have not yet been assigned a squadron.

5.13.2 These members have to spend 2-4 weeks as cadets before getting their assigned post.

6. Chain of Command

6.1 The Fleet Admiral

6.1.1 Has command over the entire fleet.

6.2 The Vice Admiral

6.2.1 Has command over his/her department and everyone in it, this consists of anyone in the 2-3 departments and their squadrons. Their authority ends there as they have no control of anyone outside of their department. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.3 The Rear Admiral

6.3.1 Has command over his/her department and everyone in it, this consists of anyone in the 2-4 squadrons. Their authority ends there as they have no control of anyone outside of their division. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.4 The Commodore

6.4.1 Has command over a division in the absence of the Rear Admiral and assists with division matters. Their authority ends there as they have no control of anyone outside of their division. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.5 The Fleet Captain

6.5.1 Has command over a squadron and everyone in it. Their authority ends there as they have no control of anyone outside of their squadron. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.6 The Captain

6.6.1 Has command over a squadron and everyone in it. Their authority ends there as they have no control of anyone outside of their squadron. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.7 The commander

6.7.1 He acts as the squadron XO and has command over the people below him in the squadron. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.8 The Lieutenant-commander

6.8.1 He acts as the squadrons 3d in command and has command over the people below him in the squadron. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.9 The Lieutenant

6.9.1 He has command over the people below him in the squadron. An exception applies if a member steps out of line.

6.10 The Ensign

He does not command anyone.

6.11 The Cadet

Is in training and does not command anyone.

7. Promotions and demotions.

7.1 Cadet: This rank is awarded to anyone joining the fleet as a prospective member.

7.2 Ensign: This rank is awarded to anyone graduating from the academy and is assigned a post.

7.3 Lieutenant Junior Grade: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly and active by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral.

7.4 Lieutenant: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral.

7.5 Lieutenant-commander: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral.

7.5.1 These members have recruited 2 officers in the past with success or have assisted in the completion of fleet projects.

7.6 Commander: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature. They are also appointed by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral.

7.6.1 These members have recruited 4 officers in the past with success or have assisted in the completion of fleet projects.

7.7 Captain: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature and command. They are also appointed by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral.

7.7.1 These members have recruited 8 officers in the past with success or have assisted in the completion of fleet projects.

7.8 Fleet Captain: : This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature and command. They are also appointed by the squadron Captain or Rear Admiral

7.8.1 This rank is also honorary and given only to the captains that have distinguished themselves during their duty.

7.9 Commodore: This rank is awarded to members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature and command. These members are also required to be 18 years of age or older. They are appointed by the Fleet Admiral.

7.10 Rear Admiral: This rank is awarded to trusted members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature and command. These members are also required to be 21 years of age or older. They are appointed by the Fleet Admiral.

7.11 Vice Admiral: This rank is awarded to trusted members who are friendly, active and willing to work for the fleet and have shown they can be mature and command. These members are also required to be 21 years of age or older. They are appointed by the Fleet Admiral.

(Note that this rank will not be awarded until STO goes live and the fleet is set up then).