Joruba Trading Security Forces

The Joruba Trading Security Forces are the Defense Forces of the trading company Joruba Trading Corporation.

History

At the end of Year 13 Elwood Manjarres created the Manjarres Personal Defense Forces, they then became the Zann Security Forces before due to a new offer, he decided to move them into Joruba Trading Corporation, and they officially became a part of and turned into the Joruba Trading Security Forces.

Ranks

Below are the ranks for the JTSF

PAY GRADE	RANK	ABBREVIATION	RANK INSIGNIA	EXPLANATIONS
Enlisted Personal
E-0	Trainee	(TN)		New Trainee
E-1	Crewman	(CM)
E-2	Airman	(AM)
E-3	Senior Airman	(SAM)
E-4	Petty Officer 2nd Class	(PO2)
E-5	Petty Officer 1st Class	(PO1)
E-6	Chief Petty Officer	(CPO)
Officers
O-1	Ensign	(EN)
O-2	Lieutenant Junior Grade	(LJG)
O-3	Lieutenant	(LT)
O-4	Lieutenant Commander	(LTCMDR)		Squadron XO
0-5	Commander	(CMDR)		Squadron CO
0-6	Air Group Commander	(AGCmdr)		Overall Squadrons Commander for all of a capital ships squadrons, reports to Captain of the ship, can overrule Squadron Commanders.
0-6C	Captain	(CPT)		Captain of a Capital Ship
Flag Officers
FO-1	Line Commander	(LCmdr)		Line Commander (Capital Ship, its fighters, and escort freighters)
FO-2	Group Commander	(GCMDR)		Group Commander; Group is a classification for a small fleet containing under three lines.
FO-3	Fleet Commander	(FCMDR)		Fleet Commander; Commands a Fleet (4+ Lines or 2 Groups)
FO-4	Area Commander	(ACMDR)		Area Commander; Commands 2 or more Fleets
F0-5	Admiral	(ADM)		The Commander in Chief of the MPDF; has full control of all MPDF assets

Awards

Awards are worn with the following rules.

1. All awards are worn on the left, over pocket of a uniform, below rank and name insignia.
2. The row of awards must be three, with each row above being three, until either one or two awards are left, and they are to be centered or aligned to the left as mentioned below, above the previous lines of awards, at the top row, with the exception of rules of wear listed below
3. Awards are worn in the following order
   1. Top most line of awards is solely dedicated to MOS awards If only one award exists, that line should only have one award, if 4 or more exist, start new line. End line(s) of awards with MOS awards.
   2. The second section of awards (from top) are solely dedicated to station or command awards (Using two or more lines as needed, in reverse order as found below)
   3. Bottom section of awards are solely dedicated to time awards, in order of earning
   4. Middle section(s) are dedicated to merit awards, and they are placed in order of precedence. (highest form of award first)
   5. If any row has two awards, it is not centered, it is aligned to the left, only one award lines are centered.
   6. A medal of Honor should sits on a row of awards by itself or with any other medal of honors awarded.

(See the dress uniform section for how an awards place ordering system works with every award possible)

AWARD NAME	AWARD RIBBON	EXPLANATIONS	Awarded By
Time Awards
Awards given for time within the JTSF
Training Completion		Awarded for the completion of basic training.	Automatically
One Month Service Award		Awarded for completing one month of active service after training.	Automatically
Two Months Service Award		Awarded for completing two months of active service after training.	Automatically
Three Months Service Award		Awarded for completing three months of active service after training.	Automatically
Six Months Service Award		Awarded for completing six months of active service after training.	Automatically
One Year Service Award		Awarded for completing one year of active service after training.	Automatically
Two Years Service Award		Awarded for completing two years of active service after training.	Automatically
Three Year Service Award		Awarded for completing three years of active service after training.	Automatically
JTC Service Award		Awarded to those who serve JTSF while it is a subgroup of JTC.	Automatically'
Founder Service Award		Awarded for being a founder member of the JTSF.	The CinC
MOS Awards
Awards given for jobs done, or for duties carried out.
Combat Aircraft Piloting Expert		Given to those who have flown combat aircraft (fighters) as members of the JTSF	Automatically
Heavy Piloting Expert		Given to those that have flown Capital ships as members of the JTSF	Automatically
Escort Piloting Expert		Given to those who have flown Logistical craft (Freighters) as members of the JTSF	Automatically
Station Awards
Awards given for duty stations the member has taken part of, or for command positions attained.
Constellation Service Ribbon		Awarded to those who have served as part of the Constellation Recon Group.	Automatically
Diamond Service Ribbon		Awarded to those who have served as part of the Diamond Battlegroup Group.	Automatically
Squadron Command Circle Ribbon		Awarded to those who have achieved the rank of Commander (CMDR) AND served as a fighter squadron commander.	Any Admiral
Fleet Command Circle Ribbon		Awarded to those who have achieved the rank of Contro Admiral (CADM) and have completed command roles in the following roles: Squadron Commander; Group Commander; Captain of a Capital Ship; Line Commander; Group Commander; and Fleet commander.	The CinC
CinC Command Circle Ribbon		Awarded to those who have served, or are currently serving as the Commander-In-Chief of the JTSF	Automatically
Merit Awards
Awards given for specific accomplishments or based on merit, listed in order of importance and precedence
The Heart of Tears		Awarded for injury or death resulting from actions taken in the line of duty.	Any officer at or above the rank of the recipient. Must be approved by the recipient's squadron commander or higher.
Distinguished Flying Cross		Awarded for a pilot who performed exceptionally to complete the duties he/she was given. Can be awarded by a squadron CO.	The Squadron Commander of the recipient, or his/her immediate supervisor (above Squadron commander) or higher in the Chain of Command. Must be approved by the recipient's Fleet Commander.
Distinguished Service Cross		Awarded to those members who served in any capacity, in a manner above and beyond the call of duty to complete the tasks they were given that were mission critical.	The Squadron Commander of the recipient, or his/her immediate supervisor (above Squadron commander) or higher in the Chain of Command. Must be approved by CinC.
Bronze Star		Awarded to those who have shown exceptional valor in the face of the enemy.	The Squadron Commander of the recipient, or his/her immediate supervisor (above Squadron commander) or higher in the Chain of Command. Must be approved by CinC.
Silver Star		Awarded to those who have shown outstanding valor in the face of the enemy.	Must be recommended by at least one officer at or above the recipients rank, approved by the Squadron Commander of the recipient, or his/her immediate supervisor (above Squadron commander) or higher in the Chain of Command. Must be approved by CinC.
Gold Star		Awarded to those who have shown awe-inspiring valor in the face of the enemy.	Must be recommended by at least two officers at or above the recipients rank, approved by the Squadron Commander of the recipient, or his/her immediate supervisor (above Squadron commander) or higher in the Chain of Command. Must be approved by CinC.
Medal of Honor		Awarded to those who have shown a dedication to the cause, who have performed above and beyond the call of duty, who have shown awe-inspiring valor in the face of the enemy, AND who have brought credit to themselves AND the JTSF	Must be recommended by at least two officers above the rank of the recipient, and two members below the rank of the recipient. Must be approved by CinC.

Uniforms

	Commander In Chief Cricket

This is how the Nameplate, Current rank, and awards appear upon Jimenez Cricket Monjarres Personal Defense Force Dress Uniform. Blank spots are due to the space for extra awards and/or the placing patterns guide.

Service uniform

The service uniform is standard pair of black pants, with a black dress shirt. The only insignia worn is the Name Plate, and shoulder rank insignia. This uniform is worn on duty at most occassions

Flight Suits

Fighter pilots wear a straight black flight suit that carries the name and rank name place with a fighter pilot insignia, and rank insignia on the collar.

Dress Uniforms

Dress uniforms are worn during ship inspections and formal occasions such as formal meetings, and promotion ceremonies. It is a white undershirt, white pants, and black top.

The Dress uniform carries both shoulder rank boards, and the rank and name place on the left chest pocket area.

Assuming that an Commander in Chief, for this example is named Jimenez Cricket and has won every award possible, only once, as of Year 15, Day 350 this is what his chest plate would look like. The example can be found to the right.

Fleet Makeup

Complete Fleet Makeups are classified, however below is the general Fleet Make-up.

Lines

A line is compromised of a single Capital Ship, it's fighter squadrons, any escort squadrons, and any escort freighters. It is commanded by a Line Commander.

Groups

A group is a small fleet compromised of a number of lines, between 1-3. It is commanded by Rear Admiral.

Fleets

A fleet is a designation for either 2 groups, or 5 lines. Each fleet is commanded by a Contra Admiral.

Area

An area is a designation for 2 fleets. The overall commander is an Admiral.

Notable Fleets

The Constellation Recon Group

The Constellation Recon Group Seal

The Constellation Recon Group is the primary reconnaissance fleet group for the Manjarres Personal Defense Forces. Currently 3 Fighter squadrons, an undisclosed number of freighters, and the flagship are the primary fleet craft, though other fleet craft do exist, this is simply the primary line of the Battle Group.

Flagship

The Flagship of the Constellation Recon Group is the YV-666 MPDF Constellation [CVL-547]. She has been in active service since Year 13 Day 350.

Fighter squadrons

Three fighter squadrons currently reside with the Constellation Recon Group.

VFA-122 Flying Eagles.

The Seal of the Flying Eagles Fighter Squadron

The first squadron is the VFA-122 Flying Eagles. This squadron is comprised entirely from a large number of Y-Wing BTL-S3 starfighters. The Flying Eagles primary duty tasking within the fleet is Strike StarFighter capability, in other words if the group comes under attack they are to act as the primary attack force, at all other times they have a recon designation.

The paint scheme for a Fighting Eagles Squadron Fighter

VF-121 Pacemakers.

The Seal of the Pacemakers Fighter Squadron

The second squadron is the VF-121 Pacemakers. This squadron is comprised of a classified number of R-41 Starfighters. The stated goal of this squadron is to act as a close support, defense, and escort squadron. This means that the squadron directly protects it's assigned capital ship and acts as a last line of defense of the capital ship.

The paint scheme for a VF-121 Pacemaker Squadron Fighter

VAW-113 Black Eagles

The Seal of the Black Eagles Fighter Squadron

The third fighter group is the VAW-113 Black Eagles. The Black Eagles is the smallest squadron assigned to the MPDF Constellation, and contains a standard squadron of Y-Wings. The designation for this squadron is as a Early Carrier Airborne Warning Squadron. The primary task under this designation is to be a scouting party for the Carrier Group as it enters unknown or hostile territory.

The paint scheme for a VAW-113 Black Eagle Squadron Fighter

Naming Conventions

Capital Ships

Capital ships are named using the following pattern MPDF NAME [HULL NUMBER]

Freighters

Since Freighters are normally not attached to any specific capital ship, they have the following naming pattern [SQUADRON CODE] Squadron Name and position in squadron [HULL NUMBER]

Fighters

Fighters have the following naming pattern

[Capital Ship Assigned to]Squadron Name and position in squadron [Squadron Code]

Hull Numbers

All capital and freighter class vessels carry a hull number for easy identification, the hull number is comprised of a series of letters that designate it's job designation/make and three numbers that identify it's serial number.

Some Hull Designations

HULL LETTER DESIGNATION	CRAFT CLASSIFICATION	SOME EXAMPLES
SSN	Small Transport	YT1300
DDC	Diplomatic Vessel	Consular Class Cruiser
AP	Large Freighter	Bulk Freighters
PG	Patrol Gunships	IPV Vessels
DLG	Gunships	DP Class Gunships
CAG	Small Cruiser	Adz Patrol Destroyer; CR-90
ACR	Large Cruiser	CR-92R Battle Corvette; CR-90 Assasin
DDC	Corvettes	Maurader Corvette; Y-Head Corvette
FFH	Frigates	Nebulon-B Frigate; Lancer Class Frigate
CBC	Battleship	Neutron
CVL	Light Starfighter Carrier	YV-666
CVA	Large Starfighter Carrier	MTFC

Squadron Codes

Squadron codes are a combination letter and number designation for a squadron; sometimes followed by DET#, means that it is a detatchement of the larger squadron.

Named Squadrons

SQUADRON CODE	SQUADRON NAME	SQUADRON DUTY	SQUADRON CRAFT	SQUADRON IMAGE	FLEET/GROUP/SHIP ASSIGNED
VF-121	Pacemakers	Fleet Escort Starfighters	R-41 starfighters		Assigned to MPDF Constellation [CVL-547]
VFA-122	Flying Eagles	Strike Starfighters/Recon Starfighters	Y-Wing		Assigned to MPDF Constellation [CVL-547]
VAW-113	Black Eagles	Carrier Early Warning Starfighters	Y-Wing		Assigned to MPDF Constellation [CVL-547]
VRC-30	Providers	Logistics	Classified		Classified
VR-54	Revelers	Transport and Logistics	YT1300		Assigned to the Constellation Recon Group
VMM-266	Fighting Griffins	Assault Support	YT1300		Assigned to the Constellation Recon Group