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Explore the 7 naval ranks from Seaman ($5) to Admiral ($10K). Learn how Valor points work and what each tier unlocks.

Ranks are your level in the GATE 2 campaign. Higher ranks unlock more exclusive rewards.

[GRAPHIC: Rank Progression Ladder - all 7 ranks from Seaman to Admiral with pricing]

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The seven ranks

Rank
Minimum
Valor Points
Availability

Seaman

$5

500

Always open

Petty Officer

$20

2,000

Always open

Chief Petty Officer

$100

10,000

Always open

Lieutenant

$250

25,000

Campaign window only

Commander

$1,000

100,000

Campaign window only

Captain

$2,500

250,000

Campaign window only

Admiral

$10,000

1,000,000

Campaign window only

💰 Rewards are cumulative. Reaching Commander means you get everything from Seaman through Commander.

⚓ Officer ranks (Lieutenant+) and Admiral are campaign-exclusive. After May 27, new supporters can join up to Chief Petty Officer.

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How progression works

[GRAPHIC: 4-Star Progression System - shows stars filling within each rank]

Each rank has four stars to fill before you level up. Your dashboard shows exactly where you stand—no guessing.

Example path:

Start at Seaman ($5) → fill four stars → rank up to Petty Officer ($20) → continue climbing.

[Screenshot: Dashboard Progress View - showing rank, stars, progress to next level]

⏰ Campaign window: Feb 27 – May 27, 2026 (3 months). This is the window to secure all campaign rewards including physical merchandise, credit submissions, cameo opportunities, and Admiral rank.

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What you unlock

Lower ranks (Seaman $5, Petty Officer $20)

  • Character concept designs

  • Thank you message from creators

  • Name on Commendation Board

  • Production updates

Mid ranks (Chief Petty Officer $100, Lieutenant $250)

  • Behind-the-scenes production letters

  • Digital production collectibles (settei, gengas)

  • Collector's and Premium merch packs

Higher ranks (Commander $1,000+)

  • One-of-a-kind physical production art

  • Director's Sketchbook

  • Name in anime credits

  • Autographed collectibles

  • Background character cameo (Admiral only, 10 available)

⚠️ Limited quantities. Some high-tier rewards are limited to 10, 50, or 100 available. First come, first served.

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Campaign-window rewards

Certain rewards are only available during the campaign window (Feb 27 – May 27, 2026):

  • Officer tiers (Lieutenant–Admiral) — These ranks close for purchase after May 27

  • Physical merchandise — Collector's and Premium merch packs

  • Name-in-credits — Submission deadline: May 11

  • Background cameo — Submission deadline: March 16

  • Officer quests — OMR officer questline participation

  • Laurel insignia on Officer ranks — Campaign supporters who reach Lieutenant, Commander, or Captain receive original rank emblems featuring laurels, a permanent mark of early support

These deadlines exist because production schedules require submission information by specific dates, and physical items need to be manufactured and fulfilled.

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After the campaign window

Do ranks expire? Never. Your rank stays on your profile as proof you were part of GATE 2's creation.

After May 27:

  • Officer ranks (Lieutenant, Commander, Captain) and Admiral close for purchase

  • Campaign-window rewards (physical merchandise, credit submissions, cameo submissions) are no longer available

  • Your digital collectibles and production access remain yours

  • Seaman through Chief Petty Officer remain open for new supporters

  • The leaderboard becomes a historical record of campaign participation

💡 Campaign supporters who reach Lieutenant, Commander, or Captain during the window receive rank emblems with laurel insignia — permanent recognition of early support. These ranks unlock the full reward experience including physical collectibles, production art, and submission opportunities that aren't available after the window closes.

Looking ahead: Oshi's name comes from oshikatsu (推し活) — the act of supporting what you love. Support takes many forms. We're exploring ways for dedicated fans to earn recognition through community engagement after the campaign. Details will be shared closer to the anime release. Note that campaign-window rewards (physical items, credits, cameos) are tied to production deadlines and cannot be offered later.

Last updated: 2026 Feb 05

Related articles

  • Reward Details by Tier — Complete breakdown of what each rank includes

  • How to Participate — Step-by-step contribution process

  • Campaign Timeline — Key dates and deadlines

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