ISDII Intrepid Report # 11 (2003-08-28)

This report was submitted by RA Frodo March


Rear Admiral Frodo March reporting for the ISD-II Intrepid on 08/27/03 #11
 
Commodore’s Opening Words
 
Goood Morning crew of the ISD-II Intrepid! This week was full of hardships and well...it was almost reportless, something which I will compensate for right now.
 
Right, I kinda went MIA for a few days...5 or 6 I think.  Its all because I have no Internet firewall, so my dad won't let me use his Internet until he can set it up.  Other then that, he'll probably set it up somehow soon or give up or something.  So I'll be back 100%.  Right now I'm here 55% which is better then nothing.  I can do everything except BSF and get things BSFed...hell I might even be able to do that...so everyone keep doing what you always do.
 
The Intrepid activity comp has ended two days ago! The results have been made! The WC's Own and top Squadron is....*Drumroll*...KRAYT SQUADRON! And the Commodore protector, none other then CPT Tvan'Oris himself! Congradulations.  The Full results of every division will be sent to you guys soon.
 
There is still yet to be an Ops officer.  So medals cannot be awarded.  Hence why your MSE awards are sooo very very late.  Nobody else is getting medals either,so don't feel bad.
 
New BG Competitions are out! One about RACING!!! RACING!! Details in the competitions section.
 
You might have noticed that we lost quite a few pilots during the last few days.  Therefore, everyone is to put their Game faces on, RECRUITING TIME!!! I will make a recruitment competition.  And Phantom and I will think of something to get another WC's own and COM protector in two months...so get ready for some Comps!
 
SSL Ended! Diamondback Squadron won the XvT Division and the ASF flags came in second!! GREAT JOB DIAMONDBACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Speaking of fleetwide comps! Mission creation wars FINALS are on.  Featuring RA Frodo March Vs. MAJ Carl Lost and CM Viper.  I can bearly retain my evil laughter.
 
CPT Justin is making an Intrepid picture archive! Send pictures of yourselves to him at justinmantonico@aol.com also send him whatever you believe is relevent!...you know...stuff.... 
 

Emperor’s Hammer/Tie Corps News
 
Virus warning
09:31 - FA Marcin Szydlowski [tac@emperorshammer.org]
If you have been receiving a lot of emails recently with "returned mail" in topic, then you can be infected with W32/Sobig-F virus. I have been infected myself, so if you have received any emails from pbmike@klub.chip.pl, ingore them and delete them right away (I never send from this addy).
I have visited Sophos website and they have simple cure. Download their latest patch and run C:\SOPHTEMP\RESOLVE.COM -DF=SOBIG.DAT -NOC (unzip patch to SOPHTEMP directory on C:. (win9x).
To find out more, visit their website.
 
Open Commodore Positions
09:21 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Vice Admiral Jahan Kalar has decided to retire as Commodore of the ISD Relentless. As with former ImmCOM, COL RogueWing, Kalar was a fine Flag Office who's presence will be missed.
This means that applications are now being accepted for two Commodore positions in the Battlegroups (Immortal & Relentless). Applicants should be able to meet the following requirements:
Good online presence - e-mail, MBs, and some IRC (particularly meetings if possible)
No HCI convictions within the past 12 months
A successful command history in the TIE Corps (to include a tour of at least two months as a Wing Commander or six consecutive
months as a Squadron Commander with two different Squadrons)
Ability to work with the entire Chain of Command
Excellent working knowledge of all EH & TC protocols and policies (including the Fleet Standing Orders)
Specific long and short term goals for your ship, Battlegroup and constructive contribution towards the TIE Corps as a whole
Technical skills (HTML, mission design etc) are beneficial but not mandatory
You may include up to two references, at least one from a current or former superior (obtain permission from these individuals first. No, you can't ask me or Krax). As a Commodore, it will be your task to look out for your ship's long term welfare including it's growth and activity. You will be required to work with the Wing Commander on an almost daily business handling ship affairs. A good COM can mean the difference between the ship's success or failure and is not a job to be entered into lightly.
Applications should be sent to High Admiral Priyum and Admiral Krax Tarnisar before Tuesday 2nd September and should have the subject "Rel/Imm COM Application".
 
'Apostasy' Competition
09:16 - AD Keldorn Cochrane [gmf@kweeky.net]
The small-scale 'Apostasy' competition is still underway; submissions shall continue to be accepted until Friday 12th September 2003.
This is an excellent opportunity to showcase those sterling talents I know you all secretly harbour - while also being rewarded for them.
    
Tactical Officer back from leave
14:20 - FA Marcin Szydlowski [tac@emperorshammer.org]
Yes, I'm back. Report on Friday. Next few days I will spend catching up. Expect HSs approved very soon, more competitions, some results, etc :)
Sovereign Squadron League Results!
11:12 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
The SSSD Sovereign Squadron League 2003 has concluded after several months of heavy competition and now it is time for the winners to celebrate their victories and collect their rewards. The champions are the elite Omega Squadron in the TIE and XWA divisions, and Diamondback Squadron in the XvT division. Many congratulations to General Sasquatch and Lieutenant Colonel Gidda and their pilots for registering these outstanding accomplishments. Also, thanks to all pilots of all TC ships who participated in this exciting competition. Finally, thanks to the tireless judges of the SSL, Lieutenant Colonels Todbringer and Gidda and Major Artyis, for their hard work throughout the event. Complete results of the SSL will be posted on the Sov Web site at http://sov.minos.net
    
Flight Officer Back
10:20 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Ok, wipe away those tears folks, I'm back. First off, my sincere apologies for this unexpected absence...a culmination of deadlines and serious computer problems all conspired to keep me off line for the past week.
Anyway, the majority of updates are now complete. Those that aren't, I'm afraid will need to be resent to me since I ended up losing a significant portion of my HD during the troubles. Again my apologies for this.
In other news, I'm sorry to report that Vice Admiral RogueWing has decided to step down as Commodore of the ISD Immortal and take up a FM's position in Ghost Squadron. RW was one of the finest Flag Officers to grace the TIE Corps and I'm very sorry to see him go. The Flight Office extends its thanks for all the work he's put into his Battlegroup and Ship.
 
Starshatter
05:45 - VA Kyle Katarn [Kyle.Katarn@isdcolossus.com]

I know this is a bit off topic, but look at this site.
After this Game is finished, then there could be an Imperial MOD made for Star Wars. This game is especially made for MODers. The MOD that comes with Starshatter itself seems a bit superficially! However if there is a good Imp. SW MOD made this could help the EH very much!

The Make A New mIRC Function Competition
19:10 - Fleet Admiral Aiden Cantor Karias [io@absolutek.ca]
I have started yet another COMM competition (this must be a record for COMM ;). Its called the "Make a new mIRC function" competition. The idea is to make a simple function that provides a useful way to do a task in mIRC. Entries do not have to be massive full fledged scripts like P&P, rather a simple paragraph of code that will do something useful.
Rewards are as follows:
1st Place: IS-GR
2nd Place: IS-SR
3rd Place: IS-BR
I'm hoping to promote mIRC scripting in the EH, and perhaps find a few good coders to help make an "EH Script" package. The contest will end at 12 midnight EST 2003/09/05. Please send all submissions to io@absolutek.ca.
    
XOA positions open
21:05 - SA Astatine [jpboyce@indigo.net.au]

Overview
The Executive Office is perhaps one of the most important in the Emperor's Hammer. It covers a wide range of duties and responsibilities and requires a large skills base from all staff in the office.
Executive Office Assistant Alpha
This position will primarily deal with tasks related to newsletters and the monitoring of subgroups.
Selection Criteria - Essential
Good written communication skills
An acceptable level of presence in online media such as IRC, message boards, etc.
Fast email response time
The ability to work with a wide range of EH personnel
Selection Criterial - Desirable
Demonstrated HTML experience
High speed internet connection
Proven record keeping experience and/or experience in repetative tasks
Executive Office Assistant Beta
This position will primarily deal with tasks relating to the upkeep and maintenance of the TIE Corps database.
Selection Criteria - Essential
Good written communications skills
An acceptable level of presence in online media such as IRC, message boards, etc.
Fast email response time
Prior web development experience
Selection Criteria - Desirable
Demonstrated experience with ASP
Demonstrated experience with Access and/or SQL Server
How to apply
You must address each selection criteria in detail, providing supporting evidence and examples for each. Simply saying "Yes, I can do that" will not be enough. You will need to meet at least the Essential criteria to be considered for the position. You must include at least three (3) references. At least one must be a former or, preferably, a current superior. Ensure you have the permission of your references first. Applications should be directed to jpboyce@indigo.net.au with the subject "Application for XOA".
 
ASF News

-Diamondback wins XvT SSL! ASF Flags in second!
-Some more BG Comps in for you all! Hurrah! 
 
 
Ship news
 
-ISD-II Intrepid Top Squad activity comp is Over!
-CPT Tvan'Oris is the COM Protector!
-RA Frodo March has returned to full active duty!
-Find Diamondback a banner competition!
-School starts in 5 days >:-S
 

Pilot Awards/Reconition/Passed Iwats
 
Zhaim Jiffar promoted to COMMANDER!
Margarine promoted to LIEUTENANT!
LT Glauron transfers to Tau Elite Squadron.
Diamondback wins SSL XvT! Gidda, Drako and Derek Dan placing in the top 10 I believe!
 
 
Ship Status
 
The ISD-II Intrepid stands currently at 37 Members, ICK! BIG MEDALS ARE AWARDED TO GOOD RECRUITERS! RECRUIT!

Quote of the week
 
I haven't been on IRC in too long:-P...Actually I went yesterday!?!?
 

<gistWoW> anyone here who wanna wing me at the zone vs 2TFA guys? (xvt)

<AAAmach> ah, gist..., if only i had the guts

<AAAmach> and the time

<AAAmach> then i would

<Gustan> if i only had xvt, i would :-)

<AAAmach> blasphemer

<AAAmach> all have XvT

<AAAmach> it's in yer heart

<AAAmach> it's in yer mind

<AAAmach> it's in yer blood

<AAAmach> ;)

 
Hints and Tips from the Short Commodore!

Hints of the Week:
Beware of the elite man, for he has no soul...Or is it beware of the beast man...for he has no soul...Gah, Nightmare made me watch Planet of the apes again:P

Competitions

Diamondback Banner Comp:
ASF Screenshot comp:
ASF Film Comp:
Lets Get DS A PR!:)
ASF XWA Racing tournament!:
ASF Racing trophy GFX Comp!:
ASF Trivia #9:
 
As you may have noticed, our beloved BGCOM has been working his buns off thinking up comps! We got enough comps to choke an uber large elephant! So get to work and win some medals and keep that Intrepid Pride!:)
 
 
Finishing words
 
I really appaulogize for phasing out a bunch of days like that, I feel rotten inside and I am getting to work on this ship as much as I possibly can! So do your part and help out, recruit and fly, and make stuff for comps.  Also send Justin some pictures!
 
Oh and BTW, Tvan gets a part in the report now..."COM Protector's Corner" Starting next week;)
 
<salute>
 
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