# Understanding Ranks
The GATE 2 campaign uses a naval-themed rank system designed by Oshi, inspired by the military themes of the GATE franchise. These ranks are part of the fan participation experience on Oshi's platform, not part of the anime itself.
Your rank reflects your support level. Higher ranks unlock more rewards and deeper access to the production. You can start at any level and increase your participation over time.
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### The seven ranks
| Rank | Contribution | 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 |
⚓ = Officer tier (campaign-exclusive)
> ⚓ **Officer tiers (Lieutenant through Admiral) are only available during the campaign window (Feb 27 – May 27, 2026).** After the window closes, new supporters can join up to Chief Petty Officer.
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### How it works
Every contribution earns Valor Points, and your total Valor Points determine your rank. You don't have to commit to a single tier upfront. You can start at Seaman and increase your support over time, and your rank updates as your Valor Points grow.
Your dashboard tracks your current rank and progress toward the next one, so you always know where you stand.
For a detailed look at how Valor Points and Merit Points work, see [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points.md).
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### What ranks unlock
Rewards are cumulative through the lower and mid tiers: reaching Chief Petty Officer means you receive everything from Seaman and Petty Officer as well. At Officer tiers (Commander, Captain, Admiral), certain limited and experiential rewards are exclusive to their specific tier rather than carrying over. Each Officer rank receives its own version of credits placement and production collectibles.
At a high level:
**Seaman through Petty Officer ($5–$20):** Digital content including character reveals, rank emblems, production updates, and your name on the Commendation Board.
**Chief Petty Officer ($100):** Behind-the-scenes production insights, digital production collectibles, and a campaign-exclusive physical merch pack.
**Officer tiers ($250–$10,000):** Credits placement, one-of-a-kind production art, signed collectibles, Officer Quest Access, and experiential rewards. Background character cameos are available to Petty Officer and above through the [GATE 2 Cameo Raffle](/gate-2-campaign/gate-2-cameo-raffle.md).
For a complete item-by-item breakdown, see [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers.md).
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### Beyond ranks: Oshi Membership Rewards
Your rank determines what you unlock, but it's not the full picture. Every supporter is enrolled in [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards.md) (OMR), which is where the ongoing experience lives.
OMR includes Victory Drops, community milestones, and for Officer tiers, exclusive quest participation. While your rank is set by your contribution level, OMR is what keeps the experience active throughout the campaign and beyond.
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### Campaign window and deadlines
The campaign window runs from Feb 27 through May 27, 2026. During this period, all seven ranks are available and supporters can access the full reward experience, including physical merchandise, credit and cameo submissions, Officer Quest Access, and the Admiral tier.
Some rewards have specific deadlines tied to production schedules. For all key dates and a full comparison of campaign vs. post-campaign participation, see [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline.md).
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### Do ranks expire?
Never. Your rank is permanently tied to your profile as proof you were part of GATE 2's creation.
After the campaign window closes on May 27, 2026:
**What stays yours:** Your rank, digital collectibles, production access, and all unlocked content remain in your account permanently.
**What closes:** Officer tiers (Lieutenant through Admiral) close for purchase. Campaign-exclusive rewards, including physical merchandise, credit submissions, and cameo submissions, are no longer available. These are tied to production deadlines and cannot be offered later.
**What continues:** Seaman through Chief Petty Officer remain open for new supporters with access to digital rewards and production content.
**What's ahead:** Ranks based on contribution level are one way to participate, but not the only way. We're building additional recognition paths based on community engagement, not just contributions. Details will be shared closer to the anime release.
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**Related articles**
* [Reward Details by Tier](/gate-2-campaign/reward-details-by-rank-tiers.md): Complete breakdown of what each rank includes
* [Oshi Membership Rewards](/start-here/oshi-membership-rewards.md): Victory Drops, quests, and ongoing participation
* [Campaign Timeline](/gate-2-campaign/campaign-timeline.md): Key dates, deadlines, and what happens after
* [Getting Started](/start-here/getting-started.md): Step-by-step guide to getting started
* [Valor & Merit Points](/gate-2-campaign/valor-and-merit-points.md): How points work and what they track
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