5TH MARINE GAMING REGIMENT

OFFICIAL MEDALS, RIBBONS, COMMENDATIONS & MILITARY AWARDS SYSTEM

Game: Arma Reforger
Community: 5th Marine Regiment
Document: 5MR-AWD-001
Version: 1.0
Issuing Authority: Regiment Command Headquarters
Status: Pending Regiment Command Approval
Motto: SEMPER FIDELIS — ALWAYS FAITHFUL

 

 

ARTICLE I — MEDAL CLASSIFICATIONS

The 5th Marine Gaming Regiment recognizes seven official categories of decorations.

Awards are listed by category and precedence, from highest to lowest.

  1. Valor and Heroism Medals

  2. Distinguished Service Medals

  3. Leadership and Command Medals

  4. Combat and Operational Excellence Awards

  5. Battalion and Specialized Unit Commendations

  6. Training and Qualification Awards

  7. Service and Dedication Ribbons

All decorations must be earned through verified achievements, exceptional performance, leadership, dedication, or qualifying service.

Medals are not participation trophies. They represent achievement beyond normal expectations.

 

 

ARTICLE II — VALOR AND HEROISM MEDALS

1. REGIMENTAL MEDAL OF HONOR

Classification: Highest Regimental Decoration
Merit Reward: +50 Points

Description:

The Regimental Medal of Honor is the highest decoration awarded within the 5th Marine Gaming Regiment.

It recognizes an extraordinary act of simulated heroism, exceptional leadership, and selfless dedication that directly prevents the failure of a major regiment operation.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 12 months of regiment service.

  • Minimum 30 completed official operations.

  • One verified extraordinary act of simulated heroism.

  • Significant impact on the operation's outcome.

  • Formal nomination by senior command personnel.

  • Review by the Regiment Awards Review Board.

  • Unanimous approval by the Awards Review Board and Regiment Command.

Award Limit: Once per Marine unless Regiment Command approves an extraordinary exception.

2. DISTINGUISHED VALOR CROSS

Classification: Distinguished Valor Decoration
Merit Reward: +40 Points

Description:

Awarded for exceptional bravery, initiative, and leadership during a major simulated combat engagement.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 20 completed official operations.

  • One verified extraordinary combat achievement.

  • Documented contribution to mission success.

  • Two senior officer endorsements.

  • Regiment Command approval.

3. SILVER STAR OF VALOR

Classification: High Valor Decoration
Merit Reward: +30 Points

Description:

Awarded to Marines who demonstrate distinguished simulated heroism and exceptional performance during a difficult combat operation.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 15 completed official operations.

  • One documented act of exceptional simulated heroism.

  • Significant contribution to mission success.

  • Battalion Commander recommendation.

  • Regiment Command approval.

4. BRONZE STAR OF VALOR

Classification: Valor Decoration
Merit Reward: +20 Points

Description:

Awarded for outstanding courage, initiative, and combat performance during an official regiment operation.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 completed official operations.

  • Documented exceptional combat performance.

  • Significant contribution to the assigned mission.

  • Company Commander endorsement.

  • Battalion Commander approval.

 

 

ARTICLE III — DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDALS

5. REGIMENTAL DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +35 Points

Requirements:

  • Minimum 12 months of regiment service.

  • Exceptional contributions to regiment development.

  • Sustained outstanding performance.

  • Regiment Command approval.

6. LEGION OF MERIT

Merit Reward: +25 Points

Requirements:

  • Minimum 9 months of regiment service.

  • At least three significant documented contributions.

  • Outstanding dedication to the regiment.

  • Regiment Command approval.

7. MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Minimum 6 months of service.

  • Sustained exceptional performance.

  • Documented contributions beyond normal responsibilities.

  • Battalion Commander recommendation.

8. REGIMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete a significant regiment-related achievement.

  • Provide documented evidence.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

9. REGIMENTAL COMMENDATION MEDAL

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate outstanding performance during an official operation, training event, or administrative assignment.

  • Receive Company Commander recommendation.

  • Obtain Battalion Commander approval.

 

 

ARTICLE IV — LEADERSHIP AND COMMAND MEDALS

10. DISTINGUISHED COMMAND MEDAL

Merit Reward: +30 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully command 15 major official operations.

  • Receive exceptional leadership evaluations.

  • Maintain a strong disciplinary record.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

11. OFFICER LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully complete Officer Candidate School.

  • Serve at least 90 days in an officer position.

  • Receive three outstanding leadership evaluations.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

12. NCO LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Serve at least 90 days as an NCO.

  • Demonstrate exceptional mentorship.

  • Maintain unit readiness.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

13. BATTALION COMMAND EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +25 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully command a battalion for six months.

  • Maintain organized unit administration.

  • Demonstrate sustained training and operational activity.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

14. COMPANY COMMAND COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Command a company for at least 90 days.

  • Maintain strong organizational performance.

  • Demonstrate excellent leadership.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

15. PLATOON LEADERSHIP COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully lead 10 platoon-level events.

  • Receive strong leadership evaluations.

  • Demonstrate excellent unit coordination.

16. SQUAD LEADERSHIP COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully lead 10 squad-level events.

  • Maintain squad readiness.

  • Demonstrate outstanding personnel development.

17. FIRETEAM LEADERSHIP COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully lead eight fireteam-level events.

  • Maintain effective communication.

  • Demonstrate excellent team accountability.

 

 

ARTICLE V — COMBAT AND OPERATIONAL AWARDS

18. COMBAT ACTION RIBBON

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Participate meaningfully in 10 official simulated combat operations.

  • Maintain satisfactory conduct.

  • Demonstrate reliable operational performance.

19. EXPEDITIONARY OPERATIONS RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 15 official missions.

  • Participate in at least three different mission environments.

  • Maintain satisfactory performance.

20. JOINT OPERATIONS COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Participate in five major joint operations.

  • Coordinate successfully with at least three battalions.

  • Demonstrate exceptional teamwork.

21. COMBAT EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 official combat operations.

  • Receive three positive After-Action Reviews.

  • Demonstrate exceptional combat performance.

22. TACTICAL ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate exceptional objective coordination during five missions.

  • Receive leadership recommendations.

  • Maintain professional operational conduct.

23. OPERATIONAL READINESS MEDAL

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Maintain required qualifications for 90 days.

  • Complete 12 assigned official events.

  • Maintain satisfactory unit readiness.

24. MISSION SPECIALIST COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Perform exceptionally in an approved specialist role.

  • Complete five qualifying operations.

  • Receive unit leadership approval.

25. COMBAT SUPPORT COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Provide outstanding support during eight official operations.

  • Demonstrate consistent teamwork.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

26. DISTINGUISHED TEAMWORK RIBBON

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate exceptional teamwork across 10 operations.

  • Receive documented positive evaluations.

  • Maintain professional conduct.

 

 

ARTICLE VI — 1ST BATTALION AWARDS

INFANTRY AND MECHANIZED INFANTRY

27. INFANTRY EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 15 infantry operations.

  • Receive three outstanding evaluations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional infantry performance.

28. MECHANIZED INFANTRY COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +12 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 mechanized infantry operations.

  • Demonstrate excellent vehicle and infantry coordination.

  • Receive Company Commander approval.

29. DISTINGUISHED RIFLEMAN RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete advanced in-game rifle qualification.

  • Complete 10 infantry missions.

  • Maintain excellent weapon handling and performance within the game.

 

 

ARTICLE VII — 2ND BATTALION AWARDS

ARMORED OPERATIONS

30. ARMORED WARFARE EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 15 armored operations.

  • Receive three outstanding crew evaluations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional armored unit performance.

31. DISTINGUISHED TANK CREW RIBBON

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 armored vehicle missions.

  • Demonstrate outstanding crew coordination.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

32. ARMORED SUPPORT COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Provide exceptional armored support during eight missions.

  • Demonstrate strong coordination with supported units.

 

 

ARTICLE VIII — 3RD BATTALION AWARDS

AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONS

33. AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 15 amphibious operations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional mission performance.

  • Receive Battalion Commander approval.

34. EXPEDITIONARY LANDING RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 10 amphibious landing operations.

  • Demonstrate reliable unit coordination.

35. COASTAL OPERATIONS COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete eight coastal operations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional performance during assigned missions.

 

 

ARTICLE IX — 4TH BATTALION AWARDS

AVIATION OPERATIONS

36. DISTINGUISHED AVIATOR MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 20 successful aviation missions.

  • Receive three outstanding aviation evaluations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional in-game aviation performance.

37. AVIATION EXCELLENCE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 successful authorized aviation missions.

  • Demonstrate consistent professionalism and crew coordination.

38. AIR MOBILITY COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Provide exceptional aviation transport support during 10 operations.

  • Receive Aviation Command approval.

 

 

ARTICLE X — 5TH BATTALION AWARDS

ARTILLERY AND MORTAR SUPPORT

39. ARTILLERY EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 15 approved artillery support operations.

  • Receive three outstanding evaluations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional simulated fire-support coordination.

40. DISTINGUISHED FIRE SUPPORT RIBBON

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 official fire-support missions.

  • Demonstrate excellent coordination and professionalism.

41. MORTAR SUPPORT COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete eight approved mortar support missions.

  • Demonstrate outstanding support to assigned units.

 

 

ARTICLE XI — MARSOC AWARDS

42. SPECIAL OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +25 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 20 approved MARSOC missions.

  • Receive exceptional performance evaluations.

  • Maintain outstanding discipline.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

43. RAIDER COMMENDATION MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 specialized missions.

  • Demonstrate exceptional operational performance.

  • Receive MARSOC Command recommendation.

44. SPECIAL OPERATIONS QUALIFICATION RIBBON

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully complete MARSOC selection.

  • Pass all required qualifications.

  • Receive official MARSOC assignment.

 

 

ARTICLE XII — MILITARY POLICE AWARDS

45. DISTINGUISHED MILITARY POLICE SERVICE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Serve six months in Military Police.

  • Demonstrate exceptional professionalism.

  • Maintain accurate administrative records.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

46. MILITARY POLICE EXCELLENCE COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 10 documented administrative assignments.

  • Demonstrate impartiality and professionalism.

  • Receive outstanding evaluations.

 

 

ARTICLE XIII — BASIC COMBAT TRAINING AWARDS

47. DISTINGUISHED DRILL INSTRUCTOR MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Serve at least 90 days as an authorized Drill Instructor.

  • Successfully graduate 25 recruits.

  • Maintain excellent instructor evaluations.

  • Receive Training Command approval.

48. TRAINING INSTRUCTOR COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully graduate 10 recruits.

  • Demonstrate outstanding instructional ability.

  • Maintain accurate training records.

 

 

ARTICLE XIV — OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL AWARDS

49. DISTINGUISHED OFFICER INSTRUCTOR MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully graduate 10 officer candidates.

  • Demonstrate outstanding leadership and instruction.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

50. OFFICER CANDIDATE EXCELLENCE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully graduate Officer Candidate School.

  • Receive an outstanding final evaluation.

  • Demonstrate exceptional leadership potential.

 

 

ARTICLE XV — SERVICE AND DEDICATION AWARDS

51. THREE-MONTH SERVICE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +2 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete three months of regiment service.

  • Maintain good standing.

  • Demonstrate satisfactory participation.

52. SIX-MONTH SERVICE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +3 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete six months of regiment service.

  • Maintain good standing.

  • Demonstrate continued commitment.

53. ONE-YEAR SERVICE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +5 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 12 months of regiment service.

  • Maintain satisfactory participation.

  • Remain in good standing.

54. TWO-YEAR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 24 months of regiment service.

  • Demonstrate sustained dedication.

  • Maintain good standing.

55. THREE-YEAR LOYALTY MEDAL

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 36 months of regiment service.

  • Demonstrate continued dedication.

  • Maintain good standing.

56. FIVE-YEAR REGIMENTAL LEGACY MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete 60 months of regiment service.

  • Demonstrate exceptional long-term commitment.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

Approved leaves of absence shall not automatically disqualify members from service awards.

 

 

ARTICLE XVI — ADDITIONAL COMMENDATIONS

57. RECRUITER EXCELLENCE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Recruit 15 members.

  • All 15 recruits must complete BCT.

  • All qualifying recruits must remain active for at least 30 days.

58. DISTINGUISHED RECRUITER MEDAL

Merit Reward: +20 Points

Requirements:

  • Recruit 40 members.

  • All qualifying recruits must complete BCT.

  • All qualifying recruits must remain active for at least 30 days.

59. COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Complete three substantial community improvement projects.

  • Provide documented contributions.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

60. REGIMENT BUILDER MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Make a significant lasting contribution to regiment infrastructure or organization.

  • Provide evidence of the contribution.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

61. EVENT ORGANIZER RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Successfully organize 10 official events.

  • Maintain positive After-Action Reviews.

  • Receive command approval.

62. OUTSTANDING MENTOR COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Mentor 10 members.

  • All qualifying members must complete designated qualifications.

  • Demonstrate excellent mentorship.

63. MEDICAL SUPPORT EXCELLENCE MEDAL

Merit Reward: +12 Points

Requirements:

  • Provide outstanding in-game medical support across 15 official operations.

  • Demonstrate exceptional reliability.

  • Receive leadership approval.

64. COMMUNICATIONS EXCELLENCE RIBBON

Merit Reward: +8 Points

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate exceptional operational communication during 12 missions.

  • Maintain proper communication procedures.

  • Receive positive leadership evaluations.

65. TECHNICAL SUPPORT COMMENDATION

Merit Reward: +10 Points

Requirements:

  • Resolve 10 significant documented server or mod issues.

  • Demonstrate professionalism.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

66. REGIMENT UNITY MEDAL

Merit Reward: +15 Points

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate exceptional cooperation between battalions.

  • Maintain at least six months of positive service.

  • Receive Regiment Command approval.

 

 

ARTICLE XVII — MERIT POINT SYSTEM

The 5th Marine Gaming Regiment maintains a strict merit point system.

Merit points shall be difficult to earn and reserved for legitimate achievements.

Official Merit Reward Scale:

  • Basic Qualification Awards: 2–5 Points

  • Commendations: 5–10 Points

  • Excellence Medals: 10–20 Points

  • Distinguished Service Medals: 20–35 Points

  • Highest Valor Decorations: 40–50 Points

Merit Point Regulations

  1. Merit points shall only be awarded for approved achievements.

  2. Routine attendance shall not automatically award merit points.

  3. Members may not approve their own awards.

  4. Members may not falsify merit records.

  5. One achievement shall not be used to earn multiple equivalent awards.

  6. Significant awards require documented evidence.

  7. Merit points cannot be purchased.

  8. Merit points do not automatically guarantee promotions.

  9. Serious disciplinary violations may affect eligibility under the official disciplinary policy.

  10. All merit awards must be recorded in the official personnel system.

 

 

ARTICLE XVIII — AWARD APPROVAL AUTHORITY

Training and Qualification Ribbons

Recommended By: Instructor or NCO
Approved By: Company Commander

Unit Commendations

Recommended By: Squad or Platoon Leadership
Approved By: Battalion Commander

Operational Excellence Medals

Recommended By: Company Commander
Approved By: Battalion Commander

Leadership Medals

Recommended By: Battalion Commander
Approved By: Regiment Command

Distinguished Service Medals

Recommended By: Battalion Commander or Regiment XO
Approved By: Regiment Command

Distinguished Valor Cross

Recommended By: Senior Officers
Approved By: Regiment Command

Regimental Medal of Honor

Recommended By: Senior Command
Reviewed By: Awards Review Board
Approved By: Unanimous Awards Review Board and Regiment Command

No officer may approve their own decoration.

 

 

ARTICLE XIX — REGIMENT AWARDS REVIEW BOARD

The Awards Review Board is responsible for evaluating high-level decorations and disputed award decisions.

Recommended Board Members

  1. Regimental Commanding Officer or designated representative.

  2. Regimental Executive Officer.

  3. Regimental Sergeant Major.

  4. First appointed impartial senior officer.

  5. Second appointed impartial senior officer.

Board Responsibilities

  • Review award nominations.

  • Verify operational records.

  • Review witness statements.

  • Examine available evidence.

  • Confirm eligibility.

  • Determine appropriate award classifications.

  • Prevent favoritism.

  • Maintain award integrity.

Highest Valor Approval

The Regimental Medal of Honor requires unanimous approval from all five voting members and final Regiment Command authorization.

Any member with a conflict of interest must be replaced by an impartial alternate.

 

 

ARTICLE XX — OFFICIAL MEDAL NOMINATION FORM

5TH MARINE GAMING REGIMENT — AWARD NOMINATION

Marine Name / Callsign:

Current Rank:

Battalion:

Company:

Recommended Medal:

Date of Achievement:

Operation / Event Name:

Description of Achievement:

Supporting Evidence:

Witnesses:

Nominating Officer / NCO:

Company Commander Recommendation:

Battalion Commander Recommendation:

Awards Review Board Decision (If Required):

Regiment Command Approval:

Merit Points Awarded:

Date Entered Into Personnel Record:

 

 

ARTICLE XXI — AWARD PRESENTATION CEREMONIES

Official medals and commendations should be presented during authorized regiment ceremonies, command meetings, or special recognition events.

The presenting officer should announce:

  1. Recipient's rank.

  2. Recipient's name or callsign.

  3. Assigned battalion and company.

  4. Name of the award.

  5. Description of the achievement.

  6. Authorized merit point reward.

All awarded decorations shall be entered into the member's personnel record.

 

 

ARTICLE XXII — AWARD RESTRICTIONS

Rule 22.01 — No Unauthorized Decorations

Members shall not claim or display awards that have not been officially approved.

Rule 22.02 — No False Award Records

Falsifying medal records, merit point records, or achievement documentation is prohibited.

Rule 22.03 — No Award Purchasing

Members shall not purchase, sell, or exchange awards for money, favors, or special treatment.

Rule 22.04 — No Favoritism

Awards shall be granted based on established requirements and documented achievements.

Rule 22.05 — No Self-Approval

Officers, NCOs, and administrators may not approve their own decorations.

Rule 22.06 — Duplicate Awards

A member may normally receive each base decoration once.

Additional awards require an approved repeat-award policy or extraordinary command exception.

Rule 22.07 — Award Appeals

Members may request a formal review if they believe an award nomination was improperly denied.

Rule 22.08 — Disciplinary Review

Serious misconduct may result in temporary award ineligibility under the official disciplinary policy.

Previously earned decorations shall not be arbitrarily revoked.

 

 

ARTICLE XXIII — FINAL REGIMENT AWARDS POLICY

The 5th Marine Gaming Regiment recognizes achievement, leadership, courage, dedication, and outstanding service.

Decorations are intended to distinguish Marines who consistently exceed the ordinary expectations of their assigned duties.

A Marine's rank shall not determine eligibility for an award.

A Private may earn a distinguished decoration through extraordinary performance, just as an officer may be recognized for exceptional leadership.

Every medal must represent a genuine achievement.

MEDALS ARE EARNED — NEVER GIVEN WITHOUT REASON.

HONOR THE ACHIEVEMENT.

RECOGNIZE EXCELLENCE.

RESPECT THE REGIMENT.

ONE REGIMENT. ONE MISSION. ONE BROTHERHOOD.

SEMPER FIDELIS — ALWAYS FAITHFUL.

 

 

5TH MARINE GAMING REGIMENT

REGIMENT COMMAND HEADQUARTERS

5th Marine Regiment

DOCUMENT: 5MR-AWD-001
VERSION: 1.0
STATUS: PENDING REGIMENT COMMAND APPROVAL

All decorations described in this document are fictional gaming-regiment awards and do not constitute official United States military decorations.