Ranger Corps / RNGRCORPS

Who We Are:
Ranger Corps is a guild of like-minded gamers from all walks of like and age ranges. Veterans of the military, civilians with no military background, and anything in between. Our youngest member is 17 and our eldest is 65.

What is Ranger Corps?
Ranger Corps is a multi-gaming guild that plays with integrity, respecting our members, living in-game by a code of honor. Each member is a quality individual bringing their own experiences and personality to the guild which adds to the overall personality of the guild. Even when adventuring alone, you are never truly alone.

Our Philosophies:
Each and every Ranger lives and plays in-game by a common ethos: You mess with one of us; you deal with all of us. Rangers are selected based on their commitment to the guild. We protect one another whether the member in need is in the right or wrong. If in the wrong, we deal with it after the need is met via peer-staffed disciplinary board if warranted.
When the call for assistance is placed, we expect our members to come to that member’s aid with the knowledge the same enthusiasm will apply to you when you call for assistance.
Our members join us because they know that while we play hard and can, at times, appear elitest and hardcore; we believe that real life comes first. A game is just that: a game. It is not a second job.
We do not judge our members on their particular lifestyle. All Rangers are treated with equality and respect. This is directly reflected in our Teamspeak-3 voice server.
We tailor our conversation and language in Teamspeak-3 in such a way as to remain family-friendly. We realize that some do not use a headset and members may have young ones about while playing. We also host a couple specific mature channels for those who cannot control their language and content.

Play Times:
Because our members come from all corners of the world, we have members on at all times, 24×7. Someone can always be found in Teamspeak-3 or in game. Some members play for hours and some play for an hour or two. There is no set play times for members, nor is it expected.

What Areas of Interest Will We Support?
Ranger Corps will support all areas of interest in Star Citizen. You paid to play the game your way, not have it dictated by an organization.
We cannot confirm nor deny that some members partake in pirating. While we support our members, we do not support outright pirating unless that pirating is aimed at pirate organizations. See our leadership team for more details.

How is Ranger Corps Structured?
The Corps is a military organization and as such, is structured to reflect that.
Org Structure…

Our Rank Structure:
Rank Structure…

What areas belong in which structured element?

S-1
• Recruiting
• Diplomacy
• Exploration

S-2
• Sector and Planetary Intelligence
• Reconnaissance
• Counter-Espionage
• Security

S-3
• Organizational Planning
• Operational Planning
• Combat Operations
• Special Operations

S-4
• Services
• Supply
• Trading
• Mining
• Salvage
• Science and Technology

Ranger Corps Goals
Our goals are straight forward and will depend upon the mechanics once Star Citizen launches.
• Provide security for our own merchants, salvage teams, and miners
• Contract our security services with other organizations
• Provide security for our exploration teams
• Participate in server-wide events as an organization
• Provide training and support to our members within their profession
• Be self-sustaining as an organization
• Conduct large-scale operations against pirate factions and organizations

What’s in all this for me?

If you aren’t already sold on joining us, maybe we aren’t for you. But, let me summarize the benefits for you in case you weren’t able to translate the benefits:

• Family friendly environment
• Support, protection, and an outstanding social group
• Assistance when needed whether in space or planet side
• Voice communications via Teamspeak-3
• A dedicated website in addition to the RSI Organization page
• Friends to join in other games while you wait for launch or when you need a break from Star Citizen (Our members are automatically accepted in our other supported games)
• A pool of knowledge to draw from when you just can’t remember where to find something or how to perform a specific task in-game
• Assistance in fulfilling resource needs when you just don’t have it all
• A fun loving group of members to enjoy in-game activities or events with

Sound fun? Sound like your kind of Organization? Then what are you waiting for? Apply to our Organization.

Ranger Corps Guild Site

RSI Guild Page

INTRODUCTION

Ranger Corps is a guild focusing on PVE, Questing, Crafting, Exploration, some PVP, as well as the Social aspects of gaming.

PHILOSPHY

We strive to maintain a level of integrity and honorable conduct in and out of game in such a way as to increase our reputation in positive ways. Whether it is by supporting our crafters, helping guild mates, and even helping non-guilded players; positive interractions will leave a lasting perception to all who meet us.

OUR MISSION

To create a casual social environment that is fun and rewarding in-game. Where members can explore the different areas of focus of the game whether solo, in small groups, or world events as a guild/nation. An environment that fosters teamwork and inspires each member’s sense of adventure and creativity.

MEMBERSHIP

New members are sponsored by members in good standing. Sponsors are held accountable for their sponsored members and for ensuring the new member is integrated into the guild’s social and cultural environment.

Any member who recommends a new member will automatically be listed as that new members sponsor. This means the sponsoring member vouches for the new member.

Unsponsored members will be assigned a sponsor from the pool of existing members.

Unsponsored members
•Will be assigned the rank of Ranger Initiate
•Will be probationary for 10-days
•Will be assigned a sponsor from the existing member pool

Sponsored Members
•Will be assigned the rank of Ranger Initiate
•Will be probationary for 5-days
•Will be the responsibility of Sponsor

OUR VALUES
•A Ranger is someone who leads when others wont
•A Ranger never leaves a fellow Ranger behind
•A Ranger Leads by Example
•A Ranger defends those incapable of defending themselves
•A Ranger does not judge others because of their personal beliefs or lifestyle
•A Ranger is dedicated to accomplishing the task at hand offering no excuses for failure
•A Ranger accepts responsibility for his/her actions or inactions, no matter the outcome
•A Ranger lives and plays by a code of honor and integrity that is beyond reproach
•A Ranger encourages his/her fellow Rangers to excel
•A Ranger inspires the admiration and trust of those around him/her

CODE OF CONDUCT
•Conduct yourself with honor and integrity
•Respect other players at all times and never abuse the kindness of others
•Never use racist or sexist remarks in guild chat or voice communications
•Never insult a fellow member, their lifestyle, or life choices. They have to live with it, not you
•Restrict profanity in guild chat and voice communications, such as TeamSpeak or Ventrilo, to a minimum, remembering that we strive to maintain a family friendly environment
•Understand that you are a guild ambassador whose actions and comments represent the guild at all times. An embarrassment caused by one, reflects on us all
•Keep your personal problems personal and never air your personal problems in voice or guild chat. If you need someone to talk to about your personal problems, remember we are not therapists, councilors, psychiatrists, or legal professionals. We can, however, talk with you as a friend
•Never use game exploits or cheats
•Never take an item that is not awarded to you by prevailing loot rules.
•Have fun while remembering you are responsible for making sure your fun does not take away from the fun of others

Failure to adhere to this code of conduct may result in disciplinary action

DISPUTES

Disputes between two members will be addressed on the spot in a manner befitting a Ranger. Disputes unable to be resolved on the spot will be referred to the Council of Advisors for ruling. All dispute decisions are final and will not be pursued further. We are all adults and as such should behave accordingly.

In disputes where non-Rangers are involved, we should support our fellow Rangers.

If misconduct has occurred by a Ranger, apologize on the guilds behalf. The offending Ranger will be admonished in private and not in front of the non-Ranger. This may include the offending Ranger being brought before a disciplinary committee.

If the misconduct is on the part of a non-Ranger, try to resolve the issue in a mature and respectful manner, remembering that you are an ambassador of our guild.

Be sure to report the event to a guild officer.

The Council of Advisors may assign a Ranger Officer for conflict resolution or formal diplomatic action, if needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

There are several additional duties expected of guild members. Below are the descriptions and implied level of responsibility.

Sponsor
•Responsible for the new members well-being assigned to them for 30-days
•Responsible for ensuring new member is assigned an in-game mentor
•Responsible for integrating new members into the guild’s social and cultural environment
•Responsible for ensuring the new member behaves in an appropriate manner, in accordance with the guild charter and by-laws
•Responsible for ensuring the new member is educated on our charter and by-laws and answring guild related questions new members may have
•Responsible for conducting an end of probation review with leadership

Mentor
•Responsible for teaching game mechanics according to assigned new members level of need
•Responsible for protecting assigned new member as needed
•Responsible for introducing group play to new member
•Responsible for ensuring new member is properly geared and how to attain appropriate gear
•Responsible for evaluating new member abilities and weaknesses during probationary period and supplying feedback to Sponsor
•Responsible for determining when mentorship of the new member is no longer required

Leader
•Leadership is an implied quality of every member. Rangers Lead The Way.
•Any member can lead a group and should be encouraged to do so. Grooming and training our members for future leadership roles within the guild is the responsibility of every member

Diplomat
•Responsible for pursuing and maintaining diplomatic ties to other guilds
•Will be the formal representative of Ranger Corps

Dedicated Guild Craftsman
•Responsible for crafting requests from members for gear or items
•Responsible for ensuring the guild is appropriately compensated for crafted items either via resources or credits to be deposited in the guild bank
•Responsible for ensuring guild resources are not used for personal profit or gain
•Responsible for recording all resources used for crafting requests

Disciplinary Committee
•Consists of Council members
•Committee members deliberate and pass ruling on disciplinary issues
•Responsible for allowing all parties to plead their case
•All rulings are final
•Only the Ranger Commander may reverse a decision. This prevents favoritism, targeting, and vendettas.

GUILD LEADERSHIP STRUCTURE

The following ranks and descriptions are indicative of Ranger Corps’ Structure.

Promotions are recommended and approved through the leadership chain and based upon level of participation, quality of participation, and merit.

Rank and promotion are not a privilege nor right. It is a way to recognize your valued commitment and dedication as a guild member.

General Membership Ranks

Ranger Initiate
•New member to the guild/nation

Ranger
•General Member in good standing

Ranger Tradesman
•Same level as Ranger but dedicated guild crafter

Veteran Ranger
•Senior general membership rank
•Must have served an appropriate amount of time as a Ranger
•Veteran Rangers are Mentors and Advisors

Ranger Merchant
•Same level as Veteran but dedicated guild craftsman

NCO Ranks (Non-Commisioned Officers)

Senior Ranger
•First NCO leadership type role
•Senior Rangers are Mentors and Advisors
•Responsible for Collective general member promotion recommendations

Ranger Engineer
•Same level as Senior Ranger but dedicated guild craftsman

Master Ranger
•Most Senior NCO level of leadership
•Will answer only to the Commander, a specific Board member, and Elder

Chief Engineer
•Same level as Master Ranger but dedicated guild craftsman
•Assigned to a specific area of craftsmanship

Officer Ranks

Ranger Lieutenant
•First Officer level rank
•Responsible for collective approval of promotion recommendations

Ranger Captain
•Next officer level rank
•Responsible for collective approval of promotion recommendations
•Responsible for acting as guild diplomat for other guilds/nations

Elder Ranger
•Most senior officer level rank
•Responsible for forwarding promotion recommendations to the Council for final approval
•Responsible for acting as guild diplomat for other guilds/nations
•Recommends course of diplomatic action to the Council

Quartermaster
•Same level as Elder only dedicated to craftsman
•Manages resources and supplies in the guild bank
•There will be only one per game

Ranger Advisor
•Coordinates within their specified expertise
•Are members of the Ranger Council
•Due to the nature of their position, they take input from the general membership to vote on issues of interest or concern
•Votes on Disciplinary action

Ranger Lt.Commander
•Same responsibilities as Advisor
•Are members of the Ranger Council
•2nd in command of their specific unit
•Votes on Disciplinary action

Ranger Commander
•Organization or Unit leader
•Participates in Ranger Board activities
•Ensures the guilds goals, values, and principles remain intact
•Ensures issues and concerns are addressed in a timely manner
•Supports the overall operations of the guild or Unit
•Enforces disciplinary decisions
•Basically the organizations target dummy

GUILD EVENTS

Guild events such as raids, asset defense, and heroic missions are not mandatory but greatly appreciated. In the event our guild assets are in jeopardy, we will expect our members to respond. Expect reciprocal response when being griefed or when you are targeted in a PvP action.

LOOT RULES

A loot rules for groups will be announced when the group forms. In the event of a Raid, a “Need Before Greed” policy will be the standard faire. This will negate the rolling for gear you cannot use on your immediate character.

For guild sponsored events (not including Raids), the group leader will be set as Loot Master so loot can be used by the guild and deposited in the guild bank.

If you need or desire an item recovered during a guild sponsored event, you may request the item as long as it is an immediate use situation and not used to sell or auction.

“Bind on Pickup” items must be rolled for immediately and will not be looted by the Loot Master for obvious reasons.

ALTERNATE CHARACTERS

Alts, by definition, will be allowed in guild. These characters will be identified and connected to your main character. Alts can only posses the rank of Ranger, and cannot progress through the ranks.

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

Disciplinary actions are a process by which members of Ranger Corps may have acted inappropriately or conducted themselves in a manner not in keeping with our Values or Code of Conduct.

Disciplinary action is recommended by any NCO or Officer rank. The recommendation is then carried forward to the council where they will deliberate on the issue.

If a disciplinary hearing is called for, it will not be a public affair. All Disciplinary Committee Hearings will be private and it may require that those involved or witnessing members be called to testify. After hearing all evidence and testimony, the committee will vote on their verdict of innocence or guilt. At that time an appropriate level of discipline will be decided upon by the Council. Discipline may include the following in all or part, depending on the infraction.
•Verbal admonishment
•Reduction in rank (no more than 2 ranks)
•Reparations to those injured (depending on the issue, reparations could be an apology, recovery of resources or credits, return of equipment or supplies)
•Temporary Suspension of Guild privileges (length of time will be communicated at the time of decision)
•Removal from Ranger Corps

LEAVING THE GUILD

Any member may remove themselves from the guild whenever they wish. Ranger Corps and its members will hold no ill will towards the departing member nor will there be any reprisal. We will wish you well and send you off with all our warm wishes. We would appreciate a reason, out of respect.

RETURNING TO RANGER CORPS
•Members removed from the guild for disciplinary cause, may not return for a minimum of 90-days unless otherwise specified in their notification of dismissal.
•Any member leaving the guild of their own free will may reapply after 30-days
•All returning members must undergo the normal application and acceptance process
•Returning members will be required to undergo the standard probationary period
•Returning members will not be required to be assigned a Mentor, but will be assigned a sponsor of at least officer rank
•Returning members will not be returned to their previous rank and will need to follow the normal process and requirements for promotion