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Chase Caulfield
Chase Caulfield
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Biographical Information | |
Race | Coruscanti
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Homeworld | Coruscant
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Mother | Jan Caulfield
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Father | Ryan Caulfield
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Spouse | None
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Siblings | Jason Caulfield (Deceased)
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Children | None
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Born | Manarai Heights, Coruscant |
Imperial Service | |
Branch | Imperial Navy |
Positions | Retired
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Prior Service | 2nd Imperial Fleet,
2nd Group XO Fleet Signals Officer Recon Pilot Fighter Pilot Bomber Pilot Squadron Leader Capital Ship Pilot Group Training Officer |
Awards | IABG |
Chase Caulfield is a retired former Lieutenant in the Imperial Navy. He served as the Executive Officer of the 2nd Imperial Fleet's 2nd Group. He also held the position of Fleet Signals Officer for the 2nd Fleet.
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Family History and Childhood
Chase was born to a modest family in a middle class section of Coruscant. His father, Ryan Caulfield, was a hard working blue collar man who was well liked and respected by his peers. His mother, Jan, was a Teacher in the Coruscant School district. He had one older brother, Jason, who has passed away of natural causes.
According to all records and accounts, Chase grew up in a very normal household and had a happy childhood. He excelled in school and sports, and was quickly put into an accelerated learning track. He graduated from his classes in the top percentile.
Athletics
Chase was driven when it came to Athletics. His father's blue collar attitude was instilled from an early age, and Chase never considered anything less than giving 100%. These moments were important interactions that shaped Chase's character. He quickly learned what it meant to do your best, but also to win with humility and to lose with dignity.
During his late teens, he gained many accolades for his performance in Athletics and briefly considered pursuing sports as a professional career. However, during one of his final amateur games, he suffered a serious injury, which landed him in heavy rehabilitation for months. It was quite possible that Chase would never be able to play sports again.
The Decision to Enlist
Faced with a lengthy rehabilitation, Chase re-committed himself to his studies and to his future. It was during this time that his older brother, Jason, died of a rare heart disorder. Devastated, Chase shrunk into a period of mourning and depression.
During this challenging period, he happened across an Imperial Academy flyer that had shown up in his father's holomail. The flyer was addressed to his older brother, who had decided to enlist before unexpectedly passing away. Interested, Chase researched a career in the Imperial Navy. He knew it would be a noble tribute to his brother's life. He worked hard to rehabilitate his body and he used his free time to study anything and everything that had to do with the Imperial Navy. History, strategy, tactics, he studied it all in hopes of becoming the best Imperial soldier he could.
Chase's call sign is "Ghost." The nickname was bestowed upon him by his fleet mates during his time as an enlisted pilot.
Promotion History and Important Events | |
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Event |
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Enlisted | Year 12, Day 29 |
Graduated from the Imperial Academy [Basic Graduate] (E-1) | Year 12, Day 32 |
Transferred to Imperial Navy Branch | Year 12, Day 32 |
Promoted to Crewman (E-2) | Year 12, Day 32 |
Assigned to Fleet and Group | Year 12, Day 41 |
Promoted to Flight Corporal (E-3) | Year 12, Day 76 |
Received [MID] Award for Mentioned In Dispatchers | Year 12, Day 110 |
Promoted to Flight Sergeant (E-4) | Year 12, Day 132 |
Promoted to Master Flight Sergeant (E-5) | Year 12, Day 176 |
Promoted to Command Flight Sergeant (E-6) | Year 12, Day 258 |
Awarded Letter of Commendation [LOC] | Year 12, Day 260 |
Awarded Letter of Commendation [LOCx2] | Year 12, Day 292 |
Promoted to Group Training Officer | Year 12, Day 300 |
Awarded Exercise Achievement Medal [EAM] | Year 12, Day 318 |
Promoted to Ensign (O-1) | Year 12, Day 331 |
Received [MIDx2] Award for Mentioned In Dispatchers | Year 12, Day 348 |
Received [ISM-1] for one Year of Service | Year 13, Day 41 |
Promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade (O-2) | Year 13, Day 46 |
Appointed to 2nd Imperial Fleet, 2nd Group Executive Officer | Year 13, Day 46 |
Appointed to 2nd Imperial Fleet Signals Officer | Year 13, Day 46 |
Awarded Letter of Commendation [LOCx3] | Year 13, Day 74 |
Received Imperial Monthly Meeting Award [IMM] | Year 13, Day 114 |
Received Unit Distinguished Service medal [UDS] | Year 13, Day 154 |
Promoted to Lieutenant (O-3) | Year 13, Day 157 |
Received Imperial Campaign Medal [ICM] | Year 13, Day 173 |
Received COMPNOR Member Medal [CMM] | Year 13, Day 186 |
Retirement | Year 13, Day 215 |
Receiving His Commission and Appointment to Group Executive Officer
To date, the finest achievement of Caulfield's young career came on Year 12, Day 331 when he received his Commission and was promoted into the officer ranks. Being an achievement in and of itself, Chase was encouraged to enjoy the moment, but was reminded by his superiors that this was only the beginning and he still had a lot of hard work ahead of him.
- "Your career has seen both its ups and downs. Luckily, it has been more ups for you. There has been a following trend that I have noticed with you, though: Intelligence, Loyalty, Dedication to your job and those around you, and finally the ability to lead and inspire those under you. Every challenge that has been thrown at you, you have defeated. Each and every opportunity you get, you give 110%. I've watched you as a Crewman, and now I am glad I will get to watch you as you walk through this door today. Command Flight Sergeant Chase Caulfield, today you are to hereby receive your Commission and are promoted to the rank of Ensign. "
- — Rear Admiral Gredek Dregoth, during Caulfield's Commission Ceremony
During his officer's training, Chase was challenged to understand the fine details of what was expected of an officer in the Imperial Navy. He worked diligently to not only learn these lessons, but also to apply them and understand why these skills were important. The sessions provided many valuable lessons about leadership and it was during this training that Caulfield was given the rare opportunity and priviledge to be instructed, personally, by Lord Admiral Senki Blackrain himself. It was an honor that Chase would proudly brag about to his parents back home (and to just about anyone else who would listen, too).
Chase Caulfield 2nd Fleet, 2nd Group XO. |
Just after celebrating his first year with the Navy and his group, he was promoted and assigned as the Executive Officer of the 2nd Imperial Fleet's 2nd Group. Though still very raw in potential, Chase's commanding officers sensed he was ready for this new challenge, which he enthusiastically accepted.
Personality, Characteristics and Traits
Chase stands at 6' 1" tall and weighs about 190 lbs. He is dedicated to keeping his body in shape through an exhausting workout routine which he completes on a daily basis. By staying in peak physical condition, Caulfield is able to maintain a quiet confidence in his abilities to adapt to any situation he may come face to face with
Caulfield is generally mild-mannered, but has been known to lose his temper when he feels he is being disrespected. He is known as an excellent pilot with quick reflexes and confidence. He makes no attempt to hide his pride for serving in the Imperial Navy and considers his fleet mates to be family. Off-duty, Chase enjoys bonding with his fellow pilots and employs a healthy dose of humor in his conversation. He regularly communicates with his parents on Coruscant and sends them souvenirs from all of the exotic locations the Navy takes him.
Chase is loyal and believes in doing things the right way. He believes in the value of hard work and conducting oneself in an honorable manner.
He owns the Pursuer Enforcement Ship, the Red Star, which was left to him when his good friend and fleet-mate Cameron Mandell passed away.