Rapid Interstellar Field Triage / RIFTRIAGE

Our mission is speed, precision, and unwavering commitment.
We launch prepared. We fly smart. We respond fast.
We do not crash, we do not forget our gear, and we do not hesitate.
And once we accept a call, we save the patient at all costs.
No matter who they are.
No matter what they’ve done.
No matter where they’ve fallen.

RIFT is neutral. We do not judge. We do not discriminate. We cross borders, breach danger zones, and push through hostile territory if that is what the patient’s life demands. Even when the guns around us are legal, justified, or aimed with purpose—we remain focused on one thing: the preservation of life.

While on duty, we are pacifists.
Our weapons are tools, not instruments of harm.
We rely on non‑lethal tactics—distortion, disablement, deterrence—only to clear the path to our patient. We do not escalate. We do not retaliate. We simply do what is required to bring someone home alive.

But even the best responders must grow.
Every mission teaches.
Every mistake matters.
Every success can be sharpened.

That is why RIFT embraces After Action Reports as a core pillar of our identity. We study our responses, our timing, our choices, and our outcomes. We learn from every rescue so the next one is faster, safer, and more effective. Improvement is not optional—it is our duty.

RIFT is more than an organization.
It is a promise.
A promise that when a beacon shines, someone will answer.
A promise that life is worth protecting, no matter the cost.
A promise that in the vast, cold silence of space, compassion still has a voice.

Welcome to RIFT.
Suit up. Stay sharp. Fly fast.
Lives depend on it.

Preamble
RIFT was founded to restore trust in the universal symbol of distress. Too many citizens have learned to expect silence when they activate a medical beacon. We exist to change that expectation. This charter establishes the principles, responsibilities, and operational standards that guide every member of Rapid Interstellar Field Triage.
RIFT is not merely a group of responders—it is a promise of hope, speed, and unwavering neutrality across the ’verse.

Article I — Mission
RIFT’s mission is to provide rapid, reliable, and compassionate medical response to any individual in need, regardless of affiliation, reputation, or circumstance. We exist to ensure that when a beacon is lit, help is not a possibility—it is an inevitability.

Article II — Core Principles
1. Speed With Purpose
RIFT responders launch quickly, fly efficiently, and arrive prepared.
We minimize delays, avoid unnecessary risks, and maintain readiness at all times.
2. Neutrality Above All
RIFT does not take sides.
We render aid to lawful citizens, outlaws, bounty hunters, security forces, and civilians alike.
Once a distress call is accepted, the patient becomes our sole priority.
3. Preservation of Life
Every action taken by a RIFT member must serve the goal of saving lives.
We do not escalate conflict. We do not retaliate. We do not judge.
4. Pacifism in Practice
While on duty, RIFT members employ only non‑lethal methods.
Distortion weaponry, disablement tactics, and deterrence measures are used solely to clear a path to the patient.
Lethal force is never authorized under RIFT doctrine.
5. Professional Preparedness
Responders maintain their ships, equipment, and medical supplies in mission‑ready condition.
A forgotten medgun or a poorly maintained vessel is not an inconvenience—it is a risk to a patient’s life.

Article III — Operational Conduct
1. Beacon Response
When a RIFT member accepts a medical beacon, they commit fully to the rescue.
Abandoning a patient without cause violates the trust we aim to rebuild.
2. On‑Scene Behavior
Responders maintain calm, clarity, and professionalism.
They secure the area using non‑lethal means, stabilize the patient, and ensure safe extraction or revival.
3. Interactions With Hostile or Armed Parties
RIFT members communicate clearly and respectfully with all parties present.
We request safe passage when possible and disable threats only when necessary to protect the patient.
4. Confidentiality
Patient identity, circumstances, and location are not to be shared outside the mission.
RIFT protects the dignity and privacy of those we rescue.

Article IV — Continuous Improvement
1. After Action Reports
Every mission—successful or otherwise—must be followed by an After Action Report.
These reports identify:
• Response time
• Equipment readiness
• Environmental hazards
• Communication challenges
• Tactical or procedural improvements
2. Training and Development
RIFT members commit to ongoing training in:
• Non‑lethal engagement
• Emergency medical procedures
• Rapid deployment
• Ship handling under pressure
3. Organizational Growth
RIFT evolves through shared knowledge.
We refine our methods, update our protocols, and adapt to new challenges across the ’verse.

Article V — Membership Expectations
All RIFT members agree to:
• Uphold the neutrality and pacifism of the organization
• Maintain readiness and professionalism
• Prioritize patient safety above personal gain
• Participate in training and After Action Reports
• Represent RIFT with integrity in all public and private interactions
Membership is a commitment to the lives of strangers. It is not taken lightly.

Article VI — The RIFT Promise
RIFT stands as a beacon of reliability in a universe filled with uncertainty.
We answer calls others ignore.
We cross boundaries others fear.
We save lives others would abandon.
This is our purpose.
This is our oath.
This is RIFT.