Thought for the week
"Even if you are on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there."
Squadron News
I have decided to change our squadron's motto from 'Never Say Die!' to 'Death waits in the Dark'. Since we are an assassination squadron, it seemed more appropriate...
For those of you who are wondering: The motto 'Death waits in the Dark' was borrowed from the real-life 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (airborne), also known as the Night Stalkers. They've got a reputation which is comparable with that of the Wasp Squadron...
With a new motto came a new banner; it shows the 'old' wasp, as well as both fighters in service of our squadron (the TIE Defender and the Missile Boat).
Announcements
Windows XP SP2 and You.
FA Ender mBind
As usual the Microsoft data on their new "SP2" only elaborates on what it can do more now, and not on what it will fail at now.
As it looks now, SP2 will not run a utility called "TIEPATCH.EXE", something which we use in all patches, also not when you use the XPInstaller.
We will be replacing this utility ASAP but for the time being: if you want to play missions that use patches do not install XP SP2.
Note: Uninstalling SP2 doesn't work, it will just remain on your system and pretend its not there.
IO Open For Applications
SA Astatine
Overview
The Internet Officer (IO) is responsible for providing technical consultancy to the membership of the Emperor's Hammer on matters relating to the Internet, such as web hosting, website construction and other areas. In addition, the position oversees a number of ongoing projects, such as the EH Message boards, Image Archive, etc.
Selection Criteria – Essential
1. Good written communication skills
2. An acceptable level of presence in online media such as IRC, message boards, etc.
3. Fast email response time.
4. The ability to work with a range of EH personnel, including the Executive Officer.
5. Experience at some level of command.
Selection Criteria – Desirable
1. Proven experience and knowledge of at least one server side scripting language (ie. ASP, PHP, JSP, etc)
2. Existing general knowledge of a range of computer-related matters
Addressing the Selection Criteria
When addressing the selection criteria, you must supply supporting evidence to back up your claim of meeting the criteria. A generally accepted model is the STAR model, where you outline a Situation, Task, Action and Resolution relating to the criteria. You should meet at least the essential criteria to be considered for the position.
References
You must include at least three (3) references in your application. At least one must be a current or former superior (preferably current). Ensure you have their permission first. If it is found out that you have used someone's name without their permission, your application will be disqualified.
Performance Management
Performance will be evaluated in a number of key areas. These include submission of reports, number of complaints from members, online conduct, achieving tasks and duties outlined in the Training Manual, as well as tasks outlined in the EH Tasks List for this position. Above average performance will be rewarded, while below average performance, if continual, will result in removal from the position.
Submitting Your Application
Applications should be directed to the Fleet Commander (fc@emperorshammer.org) and Executive Officer (xo@emperorshammer.org) with the subject "Application for IO". The application should include your response to the selection criteria and other relevant details, such as your ID line and contact details.
Retirements
FA Cyric
It is with heavy heart that I announce the retirements of two of the TC's longest standing members. AD Proton, SOVCOM has asked to be retired to the reserves once a replacement is found. AD Proton has served as the SOVCOM for over two years, and wishes to turn the ship over to younger blood.
AD Mell Kerrigan has also asked to retire to the reserves after completing a few more duties. Mell has been a huge influence on many TC and EH policies as well as a thorn in the sides of many a CO :)
I WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THESE POSITIONS.
If I do open them up I will post requirements here in the news section and the Message Boards.
I am sorry to see these two members leave.
Change of Command
Justin, our former Wing Commander, has been promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral, and to the position of Commodore of the ISD Vanguard!
Congratulations, VA Justin!
Daisuke Airyu, the former commander of Echo Squadron, has been promoted to the position of Wing Commander of Wing XV!
Congratulations, MAJ Airyu!
Competitions
Monthly BGCOM's Legate
http://www.emperorshammer.net/competitions/details.asp?ID=1487.
Monthly Week of War Incentive
http://www.emperorshammer.net/competitions/details.asp?ID=1403.
Monthly Recruitment Incentive
http://www.emperorshammer.net/competitions/details.asp?ID=1461
Craft Essay Competition
FA Ender mBind [mindb_ender@hotmail.com]
Start Date: 10/1/2004
End Date: 11/1/2004
Parties Involved: All Emperor's Hammer Members except for the SCO
Medals to be Awarded: 1st IS-GR, 2nd IS-SR, 3rd IS-BR or equalivalent SG medal.
Write an essay about your favorite Star Wars ship: Why was it designed? What are its main uses? Its History? Its strengths and shortcomings?
Essays need to be from "inside" the Star Wars universe, and from an Emperor's Hammer point of view is encouraged (but not required).
DO research on your craft of choice, your essay cannot conflict with official sources. If you use sources, list these at the end. (This means a fairly unknown or EH craft gives you more freedom then one that is well documented.. but also that you will need use your own logic and imagination more.)
Essays can be any length, if you want to write about the entire history of the "Millenium Falcon" you're free to do so, but a short but effective story about the TUG has just as much chance to win.
Essays need to be in .txt, .rtf, .html or .doc format and zipped. Send your submission to sco@emperorshammer.org with "Craft Essay Competition" as subject.
The best entries may be included in the the Fleet Manual, a seperate additional ISM (or equalivalent) will be rewarded for those.
Simple examples:
http://www.minos.net/~sco/fleet-manual/viewship.php?id=103
http://www.minos.net/~sco/fleet-manual/viewship.php?id=90
http://www.minos.net/~sco/fleet-manual/viewship.php?id=102
TIE Tattoo Search Comp
FA Cyric
VA Ky Terrak sends this new comp to the TC:
TIE Tattoo Search
Starts 10/11/2005
Ends 10/25/2004
Parties Involved ALL MEMBERS OF THE TC
I am looking for a great graphic of the COMPLETE tattoo from the TIE fighter game. I need the one from the Expansion not just the original one. So the best three graphics that show the FULL tattoo that you recieve for going through the Emperor's Secret Order, will receive the IS-GR, IS-SR, IS-BR resepctivly. All submissions must be sent to kyterrak@aol.com with the subject "Tattoo of the Empire"
RO Banner Competition
FA Cyric
The Recon Office is holding a two-part contest. First part, an EH-Wide banner comp. The banner needs to be in a traditional rectangle-shape, but the exact size I will give some room to work with. This comp will continue thru November 20th, 2004 at midnight.
Now, the second part is voting. I will have the banners set up on a website and, probably through the polling center, have the EH vote on they want to be set up at the booth.
I want everyone to remember, this banner will represent the entire EH at the largest Star Wars convention EVER! This needs to be the best banner we have. I can't emphasize this enough.
For more information contact AD Joe at noon001@aol.com
Activity
CM Frankie
Flew missions XWA-FREE 101, 103, 104, 105, 106, 108, 110 (all still pending)
Made a new Wasp Squadron banner
Busy with designing Wasp Squadron recruitment 'posters'
Completed IWATS Multiplayer course (100%)
Posted on EH forum
Talked on IRC
Commander-duties
SL Owen Quadinaros
No contact
CM Xeraan Rhazzazor
No contact
LT Teemer
No Contact
LT Laurence Angelo
No contact
MAJ Gustan
No contact
LT Val Krace
No contact
LT Phoenix
No contact
Pilot of the Week
Hmmm... Must be me again...
Come on guys; how hard can it be? I'm sure one of you can be active too?
Commander's Thoughts
Again, no-one contacted me... Again; should you want to be transfered to the reserves, please tell me! And should you want to stay, please be active!
Fly single-player battles or missions, fly multi-player matches, post something on the message boards, chat on IRC, make some nice graphics, write a short story, anything... And Email me about your Was-based activities!!! If there are any problems or should you need help, let me know and I'll see what I can do.
Squadron Roster
WASP SQUADRON OF WING XV : Assassination
COMMANDER: CM Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
NICKNAME: The Emperor's Sting
BANNER: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/images/banners/wasp.jpg
MOTTO: Death comes from the Dark
MESSAGE BOARD: http://www.ehnet.org/mb/viewforum.php?f=59
FLIGHT I - MISSILE BOAT
Nickname: The Executors
Motto: We stop for no one
1) CM Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
2) SL Owen Quadinaros (olli.mahonen@mbnet.fi) - #11307
3) TBA
4) TBA
FLIGHT II - TIE DEFENDER
Nickname: The Drones of Death
Motto: Pray you never get stung, for our venom is deadly
1) CM Xeraan Rhazzazor (Xeraan@grasekabeln.de) - #3998
2) LT Teemer (teemer2003@hotmail.com) - #11039
3) LT Laurence Angelo ( Lowellpriestley@hotmail.com) - #10489
4) TBA
FLIGHT III - MISSILE BOAT
Nickname: The Killer Angels
Motto: Don't cross us, you won't survive
1) MAJ Gustan (arzona4499rangers@yahoo.com) - #10856
2) LT Val Krace (heavenscry2001@yahoo.co.uk) - #11423
3) LT Phoenix (jedimaster119@hotmail.com) - #11272
4) TBA
Total: 8
Squadron Citations (2)
XWA-TC Battle 1 - Avenger Encounter
XWA-TC Battle 8 - Hammer to Anvil
FCHG List
Centurion [CNTR] (400 points)
[447] CM Frankie
Knight [KNGT] (250 points)
[264] CM Xeraan Rhazzazor
Dragoon [DRAG] (100 points)
[129] MAJ Gustan
Lancer [LANC] (25 points)
[31] LT Teemer
Grenadier [GREN] (10 points)
[13] LT Laurence Angelo
Combat Rating Listings
Marksman 2nd (20 points)
[24] CM Frankie
[23] MAJ Gustan
Certified (5 points)
[5] CM Xeraan Rhazzazor
CMDR/CM Frankie/Wasp/Wing XV/ISD Vanguard
BSx2/PCx2/ISM/IS-2BW-1BR-5SW-3SR-1GW/LoC-CSx2-Rx4/DFC-Rx2/CoB/LoA/OV [CNTR] {IWATS-AIM-FLA-ICQ-IIC/1-M/1-MP}