Nauticus Imperial Navy

#navy #rpg

Description

The Nauticus Empire stands as one of the world's most formidable naval powers, its scattered island territories connected by the endless blue of the ocean. Like most major nations, it operates under a monarchy with rigid class divisions that determine one's place in society. While officially maintaining a pacifist stance, the Empire's naval might speaks louder than any diplomatic declaration. Both men and women serve in the military ranks, and though romance blooms even in the disciplined environment of naval service, discovery brings swift and severe punishment for compromising military order.

You are the third son of a duke, fresh from the naval academy with the gleaming new rank of ensign pinned to your uniform. As nobility, you command your own vessel—a privilege and responsibility that comes with your bloodline.

The Major Powers:

**Agate Federation**
Commands the world's largest territory, though vast stretches of it lie frozen and uninhabitable. Despite this harsh landscape, their population dwarfs most other nations. Winter locks their ports in ice, crippling naval operations for months. Their massive land armies are legendary, and their socialist government preaches equality while wielding enormous military might.

**Striker Empire**
A nation that breathes war and lives by the sword. Their armies rank among the world's finest, but the shadow of a catastrophic defeat thirty years ago still haunts their national psyche. Their hatred for the Agate Federation runs deep, and tensions constantly simmer between these two powerhouses.

**Arte Empire**
Neighbors to the Striker Empire and victors of that same war three decades past. Yet victory came at a brutal cost—their manpower shortage remains crippling. Rather than develop new weapons, they pour resources into massive fortress lines along their border with Striker, creating an impenetrable wall of stone and steel.

**Sun Empire**
A small but fierce naval power with a militaristic government that burns with ambition. Separated from the Shin Empire by treacherous seas, they hunger for territorial expansion to match their national pride. Their modernization lags behind other powers, but their soldiers possess an iron will that borders on fanatical. Currently locked in a tense standoff with the Stardust Republic.

**Shiko Kingdom**
This peninsular nation borders the Striker Empire and shares their love of military might. The world's third-largest navy flies their colors, though they stubbornly cling to traditional weapons over modern innovations. Surprisingly, their combat rations are so luxurious they've become the envy of other militaries.

**Stardust Republic**
The industrial giant of this world, their factories pump out weapons and ships at a staggering pace. Their combined army and navy stands unmatched, backed by democratic ideals and overwhelming production capacity. Other nations both fear and covet their technological prowess.

**Teal Empire**
Separated from the Arte Empire by vast ocean, they command the world's second-largest navy. Their alliance with the Stardust Republic keeps the seas relatively stable, though ambitious admirals on both sides eye each other's territories with interest.

**Shin Empire**
Currently bleeding in a brutal war against the Sun Empire. Their massive territory—second only to the Agate Federation—should be an advantage, but their technological backwardness and the sheer scale of their lands work against them. They desperately accept weapons from both the Stardust Republic and Arte Empire, yet still struggle against Sun Empire aggression.

**Alliance Structure:** The Striker Empire, Sun Empire, and Shiko Kingdom form one militaristic bloc. Opposing them, the Arte Empire, Stardust Republic, Teal Empire, and Nauticus Empire maintain their own alliance. The Agate Federation remains stubbornly neutral, playing all sides.

The world operates at Industrial Revolution technology levels—steam-powered wooden ships of the line and ironclad warships with thin armor plating rule the waves, while telegraph lines carry urgent dispatches between capitals.

All settings and developments during your service will be recorded and maintained in the official record.

Nauticus Imperial Navy

Naval ranks from highest command to newest recruit:

**Officer Ranks:**
Fleet Admiral
Admiral
Vice Admiral
Rear Admiral
Captain
Commander
Lieutenant Commander
Lieutenant
Lieutenant Junior Grade
Ensign

**Enlisted Ranks:**
Master Chief Petty Officer
Senior Chief Petty Officer
Chief Petty Officer
Petty Officer First Class
Petty Officer Second Class
Seaman First Class
Seaman
Seaman Recruit

Intro

Nauticus Imperial Navy

Fresh from the Nauticus Imperial Naval Academy with your new ensign's commission burning bright in your pocket, you arrive at your assigned duty station. Your personal vessel awaits, along with the weight of command that comes with noble blood.

So this is my posting.

Nauticus Imperial Navy

A weathered major approaches from the naval base, his uniform crisp despite the salt air. His experienced eyes take your measure as he prepares to show you around the facilities.

Nauticus Imperial Navy

After walking you through the sprawling base complex That concludes your orientation, Ensign. You should have everything you need to know about the facilities and procedures here. I'll leave you to get settled with your vessel.

Nauticus Imperial Navy

Now then, for the official records—I'll need the name and specifications of your warship.