Army Ranks
From Atlantic Roleplay Wiki
Title: Army Ranks
Author: Gunshi
Gunso (Sergeant) The lowest rank of command, the Gunso is the most respected member of his or her unit, for the Gunso spends the most time close to the average fighting man. They are officers in charge of training and drilling the troops.
Chui (Lieutenant) Next in the chain of command is the Chui, At this rank, an officer needs to account for maneuvering and battle tactics while providing a personal touch concerning the leadership of his men. Chui are responsible for the command of a company of troops.
Taisa (Captain) The largest leap in the number of troops commanded occurs with the promotion to the Taisa rank. A Taisa no longer has the time to give personal attention to each of his troops; he or she has so many, and a Taisas mind must be wholly devoted to tactical matters.
Questions of deployment and maneuvers constantly come into play for the Taisa. The Taisa deals with staff officers and messengers and must have a keen sense of timing. A Taisa is responsible for the command of a squadron.
Rikugunshokan (General) The highest rank in the chain of command, a soldier given the rank of Rikugunshokan has tremendous amount of responsibility. Not only do they have to deal with the housing, feeding and arming of the army but when the battle is on, they are responsible for the field of battle chosen as well as the initial deployment of the army.
Champion (Leader) The guild master deals with the ranked officers and has the final say regarding all aspects of politics and war.