9th Imperial Fleet

Ninth Imperial Fleet
Information
Abbreviations	9IF
Motto	" caminus in congregatio, congelo in praelium " (forged in union, hardened in battle)
Active	17th May 2009 - Present
Branch	Imperial Navy
Garrison/HQ	Bothan Space
Fleet Command
FCO	CMDR Daniel Ascarion
FXO	LTJG Karl Donitz
CoS	CFOF Ninian DeLayn
Operations/Missions
Combat Missions Operation "Sewage Drain" (CO: CAPT Inkster, XO: LTjg DaRuup) --------- Y10D232 -------- Mission: "Stone Quest" (CO: CAPT Inkster, XO: LTjg DaRuup, MXO: FOF Argon) --------- Y10D246 -------- "Operation Pest Control" (CO: CAPT Inkster, XO: LTjg DaRuup --------- Y10D340 -------- Current Operation ( Details are CLASSIFIED) Training Missions Operation "Search & Hit" (CO: CAPT Inkster, XO: ENS DaRuup) --------- Y10D190 -------- Current Operation (Details are CLASSIFIED) under construction
Awards
none

THE 9TH IMPERIAL FLEET: A SYMPHONY OF EXCELLENCE

The Ninth Imperial Fleet is the Imperial Military presence in the Bothan Sector. Charged with the defence and maintenance of law and order in Bothan space. The 9if will complete missions outside Bothan Imperial space as commanded.

Fleet History

Fleet Creation

The Ninth Imperial Fleet was officially formed on Y 10 D 165 (May 17, 2009) and is the result of the great GE-NIO Merger. It is comprised of both former NIO personnel as well as long serving naval soldiers from the GE. After just a little over 2 months the unit successfully completed it's first two missions while working on it's first major operation to strengthen the Imperial presence it it's assigned sector.

Current Fleet Commanding Officers

	Command Structure
	Fleet Commanding Officer
Fleet Executive Officer		Fleet Chief of Staff
LTJG Karl Donitz	CMDR D. Ascarion	CFOF N DeLayn

What's been said about the 9if?

" Our beloved 9th Imperial Fleet would, were it not for the resolve of its great leadership, be as doomed as our enemies surely are!"

COMMANDER Daniel Ascarion

What's been said about CMDR Ascarion?

" He is the Commander of the 9if!"

" He is an inspiration to all who work with him. He is an example of what an Imperial Officer can be!"

" If you want to know what leading a fleet really means, then learn from him. He has made the 9if what it is now, a home for us all."

LIEUTENANT JUNIOR GRADE Karl Donitz

What's been said about LTjg Donitz?

" Learn from his calm manner, it will teach you much.

" A calm man with a sharp mind, a kind heart, great skills and a lot of humour, the best XO we can wish for."

COMMAND FLIGHT OFFICER Ninian DeLayn

What's been said about CFOF DeLayn?

" Her efficiency makes her a role-model for anyone wanting to progress in the Navy!"

Previous Fleet Commanding Officers

(written by Tareg DaRuup)

CAPTAIN Mark "Coolios" Inkster

Born and raised on Corellia, he started his career in the New Imperial Order, where he was assigned to the New Imperial Navy after graduating from the Academy. He was put into the Vindication Battlegroup, which later evolved into the NIO version of the 2IF. Six Months later he joined COMPNOR, where he served both as Academy Instructor and as recruiter for the Centre for Recruitment. Through hard work he advanced through the ranks and finally made it to XO of the 2IF. Soon after he took up a full time position as Academy Commandant and Director of the Imperial Centre for Recruitment and served some time in those functions. He later returned to the Navy and was put in command of the main logistics fleet of the NIO: The 3IF. Only after the NIO Navy underwent a restructure he found himself in charge of the NIO Navy Starfighter Corps where he served until the great GE-NIO Merger. After being reincorporated into the Galactic Empire Inkster was given the rank of Captain and was put in command of the newly formed Ninth Imperial Fleet. There he served with success from Year 10 Day 165 to Year 10 Day 331. He was well liked by all fleet members for his easy way with people and many mourn his going to the reserves and his subsequent replacement. He will, forever, be the first commander of the Ninth Imperial Fleet.

Current Fleet Status

The Fleet is currently operational

Imperial Fleet Duties

Rather than outline specific roles for the 9if, Imperial High Command have lent flexibility to the Fleet across the Bothan sector in order that naval resources can be assigned as needed and shaped for mission requirements. The 9if holds and maintains space-superiority within the Bothan sector. The 9if's in-built flexibility allows for both focused capital ship firepower and Tie-fighter superiority which is reflected in the design of their starships, the formation of their naval units and the overall organization of the 9if.

The responsibilities of the 9th Imperial Navy included, but are not limited to, defending Imperial citizens from space-based threats such as pirates, smugglers, and other armed governments, enforcing Imperial Will, and overseeing commerce through customs and blockade operations within Bothan Space. The 9if also perform orbital bombardments, transport major ground force deployments, and support them with space and aerial support.

The Ships, Crew & Droids In Use By The 9if

The Ships

The Imperial " Imperator" Class Star-Destroyer(ISD)

Possibly the most recognizable symbol of the 9if's presence in Bothan space is the Imperial-class Star Destroyer. Recognisable by it's arrow-head shape the ISD is famous for their size and armament. The ISD's also contribute to the 9if as logistics vessels and Tie-fighter carriers.

With a full compliment of fighters and ground assault troops, the Imperator-Class Star Destroyer has a crew of thousands and is fully capable of operating independent of fleet support craft for extended periods. Often left behind as a peace-keeping and garrison ship, the Imperator-Class Star-Destroyer is able to strike at incoming vessels with overwhelming firepower.

The Imperial " Imperator" Class Star-Destroyer(ISD) Schematic

The Tie- series of Fighters

Tie-Scout

The TIE Scout is almost unheard of, barely more than a rumor outside of military circles. Fitted with a hyper-drive motivator in order to increase range and allow for reconnaissance of potentially dangerous reions of space where the 9if scouts are the 9if Navy is not far behind.

Tie- Scout Schematic

Tie- Ln The (Tie-fighter)

TIE fighters are named after their unique propulsion system, the Twin Ion Engine. Ionized gasses are accelerated to a fraction of lightspeed in microparticle accelerators. The fast-moving particles are then emitted from the rear vents to move the fighter forward. Pilots can direct the ion particles in any desired direction making the craft highly manoeuvrable. The relatively low mass of the ship propelled by the twin ion engine design achieves great speed and maneuverability, making it faster than most commercially available spacecraft. The exceptional manoeuvrability allows TIE pilots to use sudden evasion maneuvers and rapid course changes. Easily recognized by their hexagonal solar power panels, the TIE-Ln model has become the standard support fighter for the Imperial Navy. It uses a separate power generator for its laser cannons. Next to the Imperial Stormtrooper and The Imperial Star-Destroyer, the TIE fighter is one of the symbols of the might and omnipresence of the Galactic Empire.

Tie- Ln The (Tie-fighter) Schematic

Tie-Interceptor

The newer features added to this model included: improved Twin Ion Engines, more efficient power plant, arrow shaped solar panels (giving the pilot a better lateral view compared to the TIE Fighter), improved fire power and a more advanced avionics and targeting computer system. Although lacking armor, the Interceptor relies on one more characteristic to avoid enemy fire other than it's speed: the greatly improved maneuverability.

Tie-Interceptor Schematic

Tie-Bomber

Using the same Twin Ion Engine propulsion system as other models of this series, the TIE bomber carries high-yield proton bombs. The bombs are armed only when near the designated target. More heavily armored than the standard TIE fighter, the TIE bomber has the forward firing laser system.

Tie-Bomber Schematic

Other Vessels in Use by The 9th Imperial Navy

Cygnus class Gunboat

Equipped with two heavy laser cannons beneath the cockpit, two ion cannons above, and a warhead launcher mounted on either side, the Gunboat can adapt to any given situation; be it border control, dogfighting, or even taking on a capital ship. The heavy armour and deflector shields allow the craft to survive a lot of punishment before needing repairs. The inclusion of a hyperdrive motivator allows the fighter to act as an advanced guard for entry into enemy systems. Recognised for it's similarity to the Lambda-class shuttle in appearance, the Cygnus-class gunboat is fast becoming a symbol of the presence of the 9if within the Bothan sector.

Cygnus class Gunboat Schematic

Space-Trooper Armour

Spacetrooper armour functions as a small personal attack craft. The Zero-G Assault suit is designed to interface with standard stormtrooper armour. Inside the cabin, the soldier has access to an array of controls that range from targeting and sensor arrays to life support and navigation as well as a heavy laser and a concussion missile launcher. This power armour provides environmental protection against the vacuum of space and a repulsorlift propulsion unit that enables the soldier to move and fight in space for extended periods.

The primary function of the two-meter tall spacetrooper armour involves capturing enemy vessels intact and containing rebellious crews. A spacetrooper's equipment usually consists of laser cutters and power vibro-saws for quick penetration into a vessel's hull and magnetic couplers that attach to any metallic surface. Thus, a platoon of spacetrooper soldiers can overtake a smaller capital ship with a determined assault.

The Crew

Imperial Gunner

Imperial gunners are tasked to use their skills with weapons to handle the powerful turbolasers and ion cannons of Imperial vessels, such as Star Destroyers. The most distinguishing part of the gunners was their large black helmets with a slit-like visor, designed to protect their eyes from the bright flashes of light from turbolaser and superlaser fire.

Imperial Marines

The Imperial Marines are a specialized branch of the Imperial Stormtrooper Corps. They are Imperial heavy-weapons specialists used by the Galactic Empire to defend capital ships such as Imperial-class Star Destroyers. They are also used to sabotage or capture Rebel capital ships after being ferried over to them during a space battle. They carried an E-11 blaster rifle, a MiniMag PTL missile launcher, and four thermal detonators as standard equipment.

Imperial Navy crewman

The Imperial Navy crewmen are the heart of the Imperial Navy. Imperial citizens are trained at the Imperial Academy to be starship pilots, technicians, and specialists. These peopl operate helms, repair vessels and support the operations of their superior officers.

Completed Operations/Missions

"Operation Sewage Drain"

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

"Mission: Stone Quest"

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

"Operation Pest Control"

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

Training Missions

"Operation Search and Hit"

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

Fleet Awards

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

Fleet Ribbons

(Details are CLASSIFIED)

Fleet Badge

• fleet badge - first draft (LTjg DaRuup)

• second draft

Fleet Banner

• fleet banner - draft (ENS DaRuup)

Miscellaneous

Notable Imperials

Lord Guinar Ndengin

Affiliated with 9th Imperial Fleet

(Further details are CLASSIFIED)

Careers

Are you motivated, adventurous and outgoing?

Then there will certainly be a job in the Imperial Navy to suit you.

For more information on a career in the Imperial Navy please visit http://swc-empire.com/join.php or drop in and see an Imperial Navy Careers Advisor at your local Imperial Centre for Recruitment office. (#CMG-Empire-ICR)

See also

• Fleets
• Imperial Navy