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The Vast Empire, like any other military organization, needs to reward members for outstanding performance. Promotion is not always a practical method of doing so, so to that end the Vast Empire Navy has developed a series of medals designed to reward outstanding service, bravery, and exemplary behavior. Please note that the Naval Commander in Chief has the right to bestow any and all awards he feels necessary, as well as to review and revoke awards he feels are unrightfully awarded.

Any Medal Award recommendations must be sent to the appropriate superior officer, Chief of Naval Operations, and Naval Commander in Chief. The Form MUST include the ID Line designation of the recommended Member or it will not be included in the Fleet Medal Board, that is maintained by the Chief of Naval Operations.

Medals 1.1 through 1.7 MUST be submitted to the Chief of Naval Operations for vetting and approval, a full Action Report MUST accompany it to describe the nature of the action to be rewarded and the commander's thoughts as to why it should be awarded. Medals 1.9 through 1.11 may be approved by any member of the NHC, however an Action Report for the award MUST still be filed with the Chief of Naval Operations.

any award may be vetoed by the NHC if it fails to garner a simple majority of the members, or denied by the Naval Commander in Chief

A list of those who have won awards throughout the years can be found at the Fleet Medal Board.

  • Action Report: a full description of the incident and the member's actions, written by the nominator, that justify the awarding of any decoration. It must be submitted to the Chief of Naval Operations before award is granted for filing in the Vast Imperial Navy Archives.


Merit Awards: Tier 1[edit]

Imperial Grand Cross[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Imperial Grand Cross is the highest honor a member can obtain in the Vast Empire Navy. Recipients of the Grand Cross have demonstrated acts of ultimate bravery in the face of the enemy, performed constant service above and beyond the call of duty, and have significantly improved the entire fleet through their direct actions. Examples of such service would be to personally introducing an aspect to the fleet which proves to be instrumental in its growth or function overall.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least two (2) members of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

The Imperial Grand Cross hangs around the neck from a tri-colour ribbon of blue, black, and silver. The ribbon is clasped together before it touches the medal with a gold and platinum cluster containing a small ruby in the middle. The medal itself is black and follows the line of the two gold scimitars that cross together at their points, each with a sapphire fragment in the middle of the wide tip of the sword. Going downwards through the crossed tips of the scimitars is dagger with diamond crusted blade and a hilt of tiny emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. The shimmering effect of the gems mixed with the crossed weapons reinforce the great power and dignity commanded by the award.

Any subsiquent awards of this decoration to the same member will be augmented with the following:

  • 2nd Award: Galek leaves
  • 3rd Award: Ur-diamonds
  • 4th Award: Crossed Swords. It would be shown as such: {IGC:GL,U,CS}

Abbreviation: {IGC}

Imperial Navy Cross[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Imperial Navy Cross is award to Naval Officers of the highest caliber whom have demonstrated flawless leadership, loyalty, service, and honor to their fleet and their men. This historical medal reflects the pride of the Imperial Navy and those who wear it are the best the empire has to offer.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least two (2) members of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

The Imperial Naval Cross is built upon a black ground. There are two gold Star Destroyers with a thin platinum strip along the middle of each, cross in the middle with one pointing up slightly, and one point down slightly. Underneath there is a silver TIE Interceptor facing outwards flanked by two smaller silver TIE Fighters. The border of the medal is gold and studded at the compass points by small rubies.

Abbreviation: [NC]

Distinguished Service Medal[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to those officers who have shown consistent, exceptional AND innovative service in their assigned function. Recipients are fearless leaders whose invention, excellence, and outstanding contributions have made the Vast Empire great. Preference is given to members who not only distinguish themselves consistently over the long-term, but also are instrumental in inspiring others to serve with distinction and achieve more than they have before.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least one (1) member of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

A gold Vast Empire emblem over a black background of the Galaxy with platinum depiction of the Atrus in relief.

Abbreviation: [DSM]

Legion of Merit[edit]

Criteria[edit]

Awarded to any member who has distinguished himself or herself by exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least one (1) member of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

This medal is a twelve-pointed star with the points shaped like the foils from a TIE Interceptor. The points are black with silver trim and gold points. The ribbon is black with a mini image of the star in imperial metallic blue. The middle of the star has a platinum cluster with a tri-cluster of mini gems: sapphire, emerald, and ruby.

Abbreviation: [LoM]

Star of Valor[edit]

Criteria[edit]

An award made to those who show truly outstanding achievement and extraordinary service. This will typically be an award for to a member for aiding their superior officers in their duties. Examples of extraordinary achievement include organizing long-term squadron events that improve activity, completing significant work on a website, exemplary participation in a competition, and strong long-term activity, particularly in the face of challenges.

Description[edit]

The Star of Valor medium sized medal in the shape of an six-pointed star. The star is black and silver with gold tips and a gold cluster in the middle. The cluster has a small emerald embedded in it.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least one (1) member of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Abbreviation: [SoV]

Victory Cross[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Victory Cross is awarded for mission creation, fiction, and other contributions which significantly shape the Vast Empire Navy and its activities. Each subsequent award upgrades the trim of the cross, with the highest upgrade being Victory Cross with Ebony Trim.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least one (1) member of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

The Victory Cross features two TIE Interceptors back to back, facing up and out forming a V for victory. The fighters are silver over a black background and the border of the medal is the imperial metallic blue.

Subsequent awards of this decoration will be changed in color:

  • 2nd Award: Silver
  • 3rd Award: Gold
  • 4th Award: Ebony


Abbreviation: [VC:B] [VC:S] [VC:G] [VC:E]

Cross of Bravery[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Cross of Bravery is a merit for those pilots who have repeatedly shown extreme dedication and loyalty to a Squadron or Wing over a long period of time and are consistently contributing new ideas for the Squadron or Wing. It may also be awarded for participating in fleet competitions.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report and the endorsement of at least one (1) member of the NHC.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

The Cross of Bravery is in the shape of an X with each point being two strands, one of gold and one of silver, wound together. In the middle is a platinum clash with the image of the Vast Empire emblem carved into the front.

Each subsiquent award will be denoted by a pip on the original medal. Each pip is signified by a platinum disc. Pips to be denoted by adding a lowercase 'o' to the end of the medal ie: [CBVoo]

Abbreviation: [CBV]

Merit Cross[edit]

Criteria[edit]

The Merit Cross is an award for those members who have repeatedly shown dedication and loyalty to the Navy and are consistently contributing new ideas for its continued growth and betterment. This medal has two classes, with first class being a higher honor than second class.

Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report.

Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief with the approval of the Naval High Command.

Description[edit]

The Merit Cross is a small medal. The two wide black pieces of metal have a thin silver lining and a thin gold strip down the middle. The metal is crossed in the shape of an X. The two classes of Merit Cross can be distinguished by the small gold cluster affixed to the middle of the First Class award. The ribbon is imperial blue.

Abbreviation: [MC1],[MC2]

Merit Awards: Tier 2[edit]

Naval 'E' Ribbon[edit]

Criteria[edit]

This award is given to the member that exhibits profound effort in all things Vast Empire Navy, be it story posts, wiki work, ambassadorship, or any combination of actions. This ribbon can be won multiple times. Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report.

Abbreviation: [E]

Combat Achievement Ribbon[edit]

This decoration is awarded for exemplary feats on the field of battle. It may be awarded for fighter, capital ship, or hand to hand COMBAT related activities. This ribbon can be won multiple times. Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report.

Abbreviation: (CAR)

Naval Achievement Ribbon[edit]

Criteria[edit]

This award is the basic NON-COMBAT merit award in the Vast Empire Navy. It may be awarded for contributions to administration, competition creation, and/or any other NON-COMBAT related activities. This ribbon can be won multiple times. Any and all recommendations for this decoration must include an Action Report.

Abbreviation: (NAR)

Mentioned in Dispatches[edit]

A Mention in Dispatches is given to any member for whatever reason their commanding officer may feel necessary. It may be given whenever the necessary for whatever reason. Multiple mentions will be noted as such: [MiDx3]...Mentioned in Dispatches, three times.

NO Action Report is required.

Abbreviation: [MiD]

Vast Empire Naval Academy Awards: Tier 3[edit]

Tier 3 decorations are outside the normal award process and are fully under the control of the Academy and the Chief of Naval Training. Any award given here is only to enrolled or new recruits upon occasion of their graduation from the Academy. Tier 3 awards require no approval from either the NHC nor the NCC, however an Action Report must be filed.

Star of the Academy[edit]

Award to those members who show exemplary proficiency in making themselves pilots of the Vast Empire Navy. To become eligible for this award, the recruit must complete their Basic Training in under three days. From there, if they manage to pass their Aviator's Exam (AE) with distinction within the first week of being assigned to a squadron as well as shown other attributes that are beyond exemplary, they will be given the 'Star of the Academy' at the earliest convenience. If nothing else, this award serves as a sign to superiors that they have a worthy individual on their hands that is well on his way to the next rank.

This award is solely awarded by the Chief of Naval Training, however, an Action Report MUST be filed with the Chief of Naval Operations.

Abbreviation: [SoA]

Officer and Service Citations: Tier 4[edit]

Tier 4 decorations are entirely self awarded with the exception of the Long Service Medal.

Recruitment Commendation[edit]

Award to members who recruit new pilots into the Vast Empire Fleet. Self Awarded.

  • Bronze [BRC] 1 member recruited
  • Silver [SRC] 5 members recruited
  • Gold [GRC] 10 members recruited
  • Platinum [PRC] 25 members recruited
  • Emerald [ERC] 50 members recruited
  • Diamond [DRC] 100+ members recruited

Writing Commendation[edit]

Award to members in recognition of their career achievement in writing. While the Victory Cross is rewarded for excellent activity or high quality writing over a short-term period, this award recognizes what a pilot has done throughout their career and its increasing levels serve as a reminder to the contribution that each person's writing has to overall navy activity. Self Awarded.

  • Bronze [BWC] 25 career posts
  • Silver [SWC] 50 career posts
  • Gold [GWC] 100 career posts
  • Platinum [PWC] 200 career posts
  • Emerald [EWC] 300 career posts
  • Ruby [RWC] 400 career posts
  • Diamond [DWC] 500 career posts

Service Commendation[edit]

Award to members to denote their length of service in the Vast Empire Navy. Time is logged from date of joining VEN. Self Awarded.

  • 6 months: [HNS]
  • 1 year: [1NS]
  • 2 years: [2NS]
  • 3 years: [3NS]
  • 4 years: [4NS]
  • 5 years: [5NS]
  • each additional year will add one more number to the award.

Long Service Medal[edit]

The Long Service Medal is awarded to members that have been active in the Vast Empire for a period longer than two years. Proof of date of enlistment is required to receive this medal. No gap of more than three (3) months may be allowed to receive this medal. AWOL's reset the service time to zero and time is accumulated from the date of reinstatement. Awarded by Chief of Naval Operations

Abbreviation: [LSM]

Unit Citations: Tier 5[edit]

Tier 5 decorations are recommended and given at the will of the NHC and the Naval Commander in Chief only.

Admiral's Own[edit]

This Citation is given by the NCC to a crew section serving aboard a capital ship, the members of which have collectively shown themselves worthy of such an honor. This award can be given as often as monthly and as infrequently as annually. The ship that receives it earns the right to call itself "The Admiral's Own" and will retain that title until another ship is named as such. Recommendations may be given by any member of the NHC. Awarded by Naval Commander in Chief.

Any recommendation MUST have an accompanying Action Report sent to the Chief of Naval Operations.

Abbreviation: [*AO*]

Captain's Own[edit]

This Citation is given by a Captain of a Ship to a squadron that has shown itself worthy of such an honor. This award can be given as often as monthly and as infrequently as annually. The squadron that receives it earns the right to call itself "The Captain's Own" and will retain that title until another squadron is named as such. Recommendations may be given by any member of the NHC. Awarded by Naval Commander in Chief.

Any recommendation MUST have an accompanying Action Report sent to the Chief of Naval Operations.

Abbreviation: [*CO*]

Imperial Guardian[edit]

This highly honorable award that may be given to a single pilot every month for valorous deeds, dedicated services, and excessive activity. The Pilot wears his honor for a month, and then passes on the medal to the next Guardian, however, the pilot will keep the ribbon as a reminder of their achievement. This award may be recommended by any member of the NHC. Awarded by the Naval Commander in Chief

Any recommendation MUST have an accompanying Action Report sent to the Chief of Naval Operations.

Abbreviation: [*IG*]

External Links[edit]

The Vast Empire Navy Medal Database - Images and descriptions of all listed and retired medals.