Soap's rank depends on the context. In the Call of Duty video game series, John "Soap" MacTavish holds different ranks throughout the storyline.
Soap's Military Rank in Call of Duty
- Initially: Soap starts as a Sergeant in the British SAS. This is noted as unusual, as newcomers are typically demoted to Trooper upon joining. However, he retains his Sergeant rank. [John "Soap" MacTavish | Famous Game Characters Wiki | Fandom] [John "Soap" MacTavish | Call of Duty Wiki | Fandom]
- Later: He is promoted to Captain and commands Gary Sanderson in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. [John "Soap" MacTavish | Famous Game Characters Wiki | Fandom] The exact circumstances of this promotion are not explicitly detailed within the game narrative itself, leading to fan speculation. [How did Soap become a Captain? : r/MW2]
The question of how Soap achieved his Captaincy illustrates the ambiguity sometimes found in fictional narratives. While the game showcases his advancement, the precise mechanics of his promotion remain unexplained.
Soap as a Brand Name and Ranking
Outside of the Call of Duty context, "soap" refers to a cleansing agent. In this context, ranking depends on specific criteria:
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Consumer preference: Individual rankings of soap brands vary greatly depending on personal preferences for scent, lather, ingredients, and overall experience. [How would you rank the soap companies? : r/SudsyBear] [Rank your soap! | Badger & Blade]
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Professional or industry rankings: There is no single universally accepted ranking system for soap companies. Different ranking systems could prioritize factors such as market share, sustainability practices, or ingredient quality.
The term "SOAP" also has a meaning unrelated to either of the above:
- SOAP in medical residency applications: SOAP stands for Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program, a process for medical residents in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). In this context, "rank" refers to the applicant's ranked order list of residency programs and the program's ranked order list of applicants. [SOAP | NRMP] [2025 Main Residency Match Programs & Institutions Calendar | NRMP] [2025 Main Residency Match Applicants Calendar | NRMP] [ERAS® Program SOAP® Information | Students & Residents] There is no inherent rank associated with the term itself.
