Team Rank
Chain of Command & Ranks
Guest
Players trying the team with no commitment
Guests are players who want to experience playing with the Devil Dogs before joining. They are welcome to participate in games alongside the team to get a feel for our communication, teamwork, and playstyle.
Typical Activities
- Join team game days
- Play alongside squad members
- Observe team communication and tactics
Benefits
- Commitment-free participation
- Opportunity to meet team members
- Experience structured team gameplay before joining
Cadet
Aspiring members learning the team system
Cadets are players who wish to become full members of the team. During this phase, they learn how the team operates and begin integrating into squad-based gameplay. Cadets focus on understanding communication, teamwork, and coordination.
Typical Activities
- Participate in team games and training
- Learn radio communication and movement coordination
- Play alongside experienced members
Benefits
- Mentorship from experienced players
- Introduction to squad-based play
- Pathway toward becoming a full team member
Private
Regular team member
Privates are full members of the Devil Dogs. They have demonstrated reliability and teamwork and are considered the backbone of the team. Privates play regularly with the team and contribute to squad operations during games and events.
Typical Activities
- Participate regularly in games and team activities
- Follow squad leadership and team coordination
- Support teammates during operations
Benefits
- Recognition as a full team member
- Eligibility for team benefits and privileges
- Access to team resources as available
- Participation in major team events
Corporal
Fire Team Leader
Corporals lead small fire teams during games and help coordinate movement and communication at the squad level. They serve as the first level of leadership within the team and help guide less experienced members during gameplay.
Typical Activities
- Lead a fire team during games
- Coordinate communication within the squad
- Assist in training and mentoring newer members
- Support squad leadership
Benefits
- Leadership role within the team
- Greater influence in squad tactics and coordination
- Recognition for reliability and field experience
Sergeant
Squad Leader
Sergeants lead squads and are responsible for coordinating multiple fire teams during operations. They ensure that squad members communicate effectively and execute team objectives during games and events.
Typical Activities
- Lead and coordinate squad movement
- Issue instructions during gameplay
- Maintain communication with platoon leadership
- Mentor fire team leaders
Benefits
- Senior leadership role within the team
- Greater involvement in operational planning
- Ability to shape team tactics and squad development
Lieutenant
Leads multiple squads
Lieutenants coordinate the actions of multiple squads during larger games and milsim events. They focus on the overall strategy of the platoon and ensure squads work together toward common objectives.
Typical Activities
- Coordinate multiple squads during operations
- Communicate strategic objectives
- Support squad leaders in execution
- Assist in planning team deployments at events
Benefits
- Strategic leadership role within the team
- Direct influence on large-scale operations
- Leadership in major events and milsim scenarios
Captain
Overall team leadership
The Captain oversees the entire team and provides direction for its growth, organization, and long-term development. They ensure that the team remains aligned with its values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and disciplined play.
Typical Activities
- Provide leadership and direction for the team
- Coordinate lieutenants and senior members
- Oversee team structure, events, and development
- Maintain the team culture and standards
Benefits
- Senior leadership role within the organization
- Responsibility for the team’s long-term direction
- Stewardship of the team community
Team Structure
Our organizational structure defines the operational units and specialized roles that make up the Devil Dogs. See how we are organized for maximum field efficiency and tactical coordination.
View StructureRank Progression Philosophy
Rank in the Devil Dogs is not based on time alone. It reflects participation, reliability, teamwork, and leadership.
Note: Founding members have the final decision on all actual promotions and rank appointments.