DSA Ranks - Dark Side Alliance

THE DSA STRUCTURE

We have assigned Ranks to help organize the DSA, and to reward those that contribute and help with the various gaming squads/platoons. The military ladder (taken from the actual Empire in Star Wars) is a bit of roleplay and parody, as well as a classic manner of sharing responsibilities and leadership. Ranks are assigned by many factors: Availability, Contributions, Leadership, Qualifications, and so forth. No one is being disrespected by given or not given a rank; it is a necessary evil to make the DSA function. Ranks will change often, so be aware that your actions and availability may dictate necessary movement up or down.
You must follow the chain of command, to put it simply. Anyone listed above you is considered your superior rank and will be followed. Responsibilities will be given to each rank, and must be carried out. The lower you are on the ladder, the less responsibility you share, so be sure to respect those above you who help make DSA run.

If you have any questions or problems about the ranks, contact a Trooper, Officer, or Imperial Advisor. We require that our members follow this chain and show respect.

DSA Ranks

Imperial High Command

Emperor

The Emperor is the founder and undisputed leader of the Dark Side Alliance. He oversees all aspects of the DSA and provides direction to the ranks below.

Darth

The Darth is the apprentice of the Emperor, and his right hand man. He assists the emperor in running and managing the DSA community. He also mentors and provides advice and guidance to the other ranks.

Imperial Guard

The Imperial Guards are the past Darths of the DSA. Their force ghosts saved from oblivian and trapped within these fierce guardians of the emperor.

Imperial Advisor

The Imperial Advisors serve as the mentors to the DSA. They also advise the Emperor and Darth in all matters. If you have any questions about DSA as a whole, these are the people to seek advice from.

Supreme Moff

The Supreme Moff manages and cordinates between the Military and Administrative ranks of the DSA. He helps ensures that the Agencies and Platoons are working together on common DSA goals.

Military Ranks These are the main DSA Ranks used for the Squads/Platoons.	Agency Ranks These are ranks for various Agencies within the DSA, such as ICS (Imperial Certified Streamers/Imperial Cross the Streams), IFX (Imperial Image and Video GFX), IMM (Imperial Media Management), ITP (Imperial Times Press), and ISB (Imperial Security Bureau).
Command Staff - Imperial Command (There is usually only 1 of these ranks per squad/platoon)
Grand Moff The Grand Moffs are those that have proven themselves by leading the DSA in various games, and mentor and guide the Moffs and officers in running their own squads and games. They can promote Generals to Moffs and assign them gaming squads to lead. Grand Moffs are usually assigned by platforms (i.e Xbox Grand Moff, PS Grand Moff). They can promote and demote all those below them.	Chairman The Chairman oversees all agencies and manages the Directors for the various DSA Agencies.
Moff Moffs are those that lead entire gaming squads. They are in charge of the squad, practices, events, and tournaments. They train and delegate tasks to the General, Colonel, Captain, Lieutenant, and Officer ranks below them, to help manage and run the squad.	Director Directors are the heads of various DSA Agencies. They use the ranks below them to help manage and run their respective groups. They also work with the Moffs to assist the platoons in respective agency areas of expertise.
General The Generals are considered the Right Hand of the Moff. They assist the Moff with all aspects of the squad, and usually help train and delegate tasks to the Colonels below them to help keep the squad running smoothly.	Deputy Director The Deputy Director assists the Directors in running thier agency. Similar to a General rank of the military battalions.
Colonel Colonels have the knowledge to help run squad practices, oversee recruitment and events, and/or run specific aspects of the squad.	Chief Coordinator The Chief Coordinator assists the Deputy Directors in running thier agency.
Captain Captains are those that show the ability to lead practices and manage squads in game.	Coordinator The Coordinator assists the Chief Coordinator in running thier agency.
Lieutenant Lieutenants are those familiar with the squad and it\'s processes. They help assist the Captains and Colonels with practices and recruitment respectively, and help mentor Officers and show them the ropes.	Commander The Commander assists the Coordinator in running thier agency.
Officer Officers are those with an interest in leadership. They help guide and lead the Cadets and Stormtroopers. They help lead/organize in game, assist in recruiting, mentor Stormtroopers, help setup events, and/or help moderating discussions.	Constable The Constable assists the Commander in running thier agency. This is equal to the Officer Rank. These, and ranks above, should be those that are more involved in the leadership of the group.
Stormtroopers / Agents Most users will be these of ranks
Stormtrooper Captain Stormtrooper Captains help lead and mentor the troopers below them. They are familiar with the DSA Website, and other DSA media outlets (Discord, FB, etc..). They help guide general users on the site, and overall help officers to maintain order in the rank and file troopers of the squad/platoon they are in.	Master Chief Master Chiefs are the highest of the entry level ranks. Equivilant to Stormtrooper Captains.
Stormtrooper Sergeant Stormtrooper Sergeants are those that have proved their worth on the battlefield and in helping new comers to the community, users on the site, and other DSA platfroms and discussions.	Staff Chief Staff Chiefs are a step above entry level rank. Equivilant to Stormtrooper Sergeants.
Stormtrooper Stormtroopers are the backbone of the DSA army. You must be a Cadet and approved/promoted by an Officer to obtain this rank. This rank means you have already proved that you involved in discussions on a regular basis and provide useful feedback, help with events, and have a clear understanding of the Code of Conduct and what it means to be DSA.	Agent Agents are the entry level administrative ranks. Equivilant to Stormtroopers.

Cadet/Recruit

Cadets are not officially DSA yet, but rather those that wish to show their interest in becoming more involved in the community. To become a Cadet, users can set their status to DSA Cadet via their profile page, by clicking on the DSA Enlistment button. As a Cadet you are expected to be active in at least one squad/platoon, and contribute in your squad/platoon's discussions. If you are not participating in a squad/platoon on a regular basis or aren't posting/reading the groups discussions, you may be dropped from that squad/platoon, or from the Cadet rank itself. You are encouraged to reach out to the Stormtroopers and Officers of your squad/platoon for guidance and how you can work your way up the ranks.

Honorary DSA

These are either members of the DSA that served us and have retired from active duty, or friends/allies that have the trust of the DSA. While they have no authority over any of the ranks, they should be shown the respect they deserve. Some of them may have even been past Moffs or higher. These ranks can return to active duty at any time, via their Profile page.