Supreme Commander
Position Type: Military Command
Current Holder: John Gavanish (as of pre-U.R.C. Remnant split)
Affiliated With: U.R.C. (United Ranger Command), later integrated under the Sapphire Empire
Status: Active title (held independently from imperial hierarchy, though recognized within it)
The title of Supreme Commander is the highest-ranking military designation within the U.R.C. (United Ranger Command) hierarchy. The role predates the Sapphire Empire and emerged during the final years of the Galactic War between the United Alliance and the G.G.H. Hegemony.
The Supreme Commander possesses direct operational authority over all Ranger Forces, including ship fleets, planetary garrisons, and CoreSec divisions. Though now integrated within the Empire’s military network, the U.R.C. retains its distinct internal hierarchy, with the Supreme Commander at its apex.
Qualifications
Must hold the rank of Fleet Admiral or higher prior to consideration
Demonstrated multi-theater command success during wartime operations
Majority appointment by the U.R.C. Admiralty and United Senate (pre-Imperial integration), or direct approval by Azure Command post-integration
Must undergo strategic oath attestation, binding them to both U.R.C. code and imperial wartime law
Appointment
Historically appointed through vote by senior fleet command and sector marshals
Under Sapphire Empire oversight, appointments must be ratified by Azure Command and acknowledged by the Ministry of Defense
The appointment is lifelong unless resigned or removed by joint command consensus
Duties
Holds supreme tactical and strategic control of all U.R.C. assets
Directs interstellar fleet deployment, major defense infrastructure, and military doctrine
Oversees U.R.C. integration with Sapphire Empire command protocols
Presides over the Core Council of Fleet Commanders, issuing cross-division orders
Serves as wartime liaison to Azure Command and the Ministry of Defense
Has final say in matters of fleet recall, core security incidents, and planetary military mobilization unless overriden by the Empress
Benefits
Full access to top-tier Imperial defense briefings across Avalon specific threat intelligence.
Permanent residence aboard Flagship or high command installations of the U.R.C.
Entourage and mobility unit funded by Sapphire Ministry of Defense.
Immunity from most standard military judiciary, reporting only to the Empress or Azure Command High Authority.
Accoutrements & Equipment
Wears the Seal of Command, a rank insignia featuring a triple-ring star pattern
Carries a personal Strategic Tablet containing classified maps, personnel dossiers, and clearance override tools
Custom command attire includes black with gold-trim epaulettes, and silver sash denoting integrated command status
Grounds for Removal/Dismissal
May only be removed by Imperial Decree, or unanimous vote of Azure Command and Ranger Core Admiralty
Can voluntairly resign, though this has occured only once in U.R.C. history.
Insubordination, dereliction, or collaboration with external threat's constitute immediate grounds for court-martial proceedings.
History
The title first emerged in the late-Galactic War under Octavius Athomath’s classified initiative
John Gavanish, father of Allena Gavanish, has held the title through the U.R.C.'s transformation from private military force to Empire-recognized institution
The defection of Gavanish and several fleets in opposition to the Empire’s founding caused the term “Supreme Commander” to become controversial in imperial rhetoric—but the title itself remains officially recognized
Post-defection, the title’s legitimacy splits: one line loyal to Azure Command, the other claimed by the U.R.C. Remnant faction
Notable Holders
Octavius Athomath
Nichole Katie
Ross Parnell
Type
Civic, Military, Commissioned
Status
Active
Creation
24 BFE
Form of Address
Commander
Source of Authority
United Alliance Chatter of Integration
Length of Term
Review period ever four years, other wise Lifetime.
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Current Holders
Past Holders
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