Starfield:UC Vanguard

Organization
New Vanguard enlistees are required to have no active criminal record, to pass a simulated space combat exam, and to complete a probationary mission before they attain full Vanguard status. Ownership of a starship is not technically required, but is highly encouraged. Upon completion of the exam, new recruits are sworn in in front of the MAST Tower, under the open sky.

As commanders of their starships, all Vanguard members technically hold the rank of "captain", and are addressed as such. The Vanguard's formal hierarchy is very flat - Vanguard captains operate largely independently and most report directly to Commander Tuala.

Equipment
Newly recruited Vanguard captains are issued a UC Vanguard Spacesuit, UC Vanguard Pilot Pack, and UC Vanguard Space Helmet.

For ship equipment, see UC Vanguard Ship Modules.