DEFCON Levels

Overview
The DEFCON system is in place to shorten response time and mitigate panic in emergency situations. There are 5 levels in descending order of severity, with each level requiring a specific response from those onboard the ship.

DEFCON 5 - Standby
DEFCON 5 is the lowest level of danger. The ship will always be at DEFCON 5 unless stated otherwise. During this time, Clones are expected to have their weapons holstered unless they are members of the Secuirty Directorate, who should have their weapons on safety. All personnel should continue their normal duties at this level.

DEFCON 4 - High Alert
DEFCON 4 indicates that there is a potential threat, however it is either minimal or the severity has not yet been fully recognised. During this time, all Clones are encouraged to be vigilant and have their weapons on safety. Security forces are to sweep the ship and search for possible hostiles on-board.

DEFCON 3 - Battle station
DEFCON 3 requires all troopers to immediately cease their current duties, and to engage all hostiles on-board the ship. Although hostiles are believed to be on-board, they are not deemed to pose a threat to the key infrastructure of the Poseidon.

DEFCON 2 - Lockdown
DEFCON 2 alerts all troopers to engage hostiles on-ship. Additionally, all    critical infrastructure (Engine Room, Port and Starboard Hangar Control rooms, the Starfighter and Command Bridges, and the Brig if it is in use) are to engage Lockdown. This is seen as a severe threat to the ship, and could result in critical damage to the ship if not contained.

DEFCON 1 - Evacuation
DEFCON 1 is the final stage of emergency and signals a full and immediate evacuation of the ship via the Main Hangar. After ensuring all Navy and Jedi personal are accounted for, LAAT’s will transport all forces to the nearest planet. The evacuation while urgent must be orderly to ensure everyone is accounted for.