Greetings Intrepid and on to this weeks report!!
CMDR's be sure this reaches all of your pilots!!
Two competitions down, still more to go! This week I announced the winners for the Intrepid Custom Banner and Ship Report GFX Comps! Congrats to CPT Drako for his 1st place finish and to CPT Blade for his 2nd place finish in the Int Custom Banner Comp! Congrats also to CM Tvan'Oris for his 1st place finish and to LT CrimsonFury for his 2nd place finish in the Int Ship Report GFX Comp! CPT Drako's finished creation can be found on the Int Roster page on the TC database, and CM Tvan'Oris' entry can be found at the top of this report. I believe everyone would agree that both GFX are great! My thanks to everyone that participated. :)
Monday is the last day of the Int vs Imm MP Marathon, and so far only two matches have been recorded, putting the Int and Imm dead even. I encourage everyone to get in contact with an Imm pilot and put the slaughter to them so that the Int can win this, and win by more than a single victory! Go INTREPID!!!!
Also, the Intrepid Back to Basics Competition has begun after a small delay due to RL intrusions. Details were sent out earlier this past week, but in case anyone failed to receive them here they are again. All pilots will fly the first XvT SP Training mission, submitting it under a new custom pilot file to the COM by 3/11/03. You are permitted to only fly the mission on Hard, any missions submitted flown on Easy or Medium will be deleted. IS-SW for 1st place and an IS-BW for second place! On 3/12/03 the second SP Training mission will be assigned and we will continue forward until all of the training missions are completed. Once they are completed I will then award an IS-SW to the pilot who finished in 1st place the most times during the 6 week training cycle. Get to those fighters and complete that training!
The March Madness Comp sponsored by VA Darksaber was held on March 1st as expected. The outcome was also what was expected, the ASF spanked the ATF into submission! This is the first ASF vs. another BG comp that has been held in a long time, but the ASF proved yet again that it should never be underestimated. Congrats to all ASF pilots that participated, you should stand tall and proud of your accomplishments during this competition!! :)
LC Tissaya Argat is trying to organize an official ASF vs. Sov SP/MP competition. So far the feedback is great, although it is apparent that the Sov doesn't like to run multiple competitions at once like the ASF does. Apparently running the Sov Squadron League is a bit much for them and they are proposing running this new comp after the other one finishes. However, Tissy can be very persuasive when she needs to be so I have no doubts that they may decide to swing this one soon as well. More details will arrive as they are made available.
This week I have sad news as the Intrepid is about to lose two of its long standing pilots, both who happen to be CMDRs as well. CPT Gistenjunge has decided to accept an invitation to join Tau Squadron, I'm very sure he will quickly rise to become their best pilot, after all the Intrepid only trains the best! hehehe As you've read in other reports already, RA Khadgar has selected MAJ Archon as his new Commander for Wing XIII. This isn't official yet, but I'm confident that the FO will approve the appointment since it has already received the ASF Seal of Approval from the BGCOM as well. Archon you take care on the Mutt, don't let those furry beasts get too many fleas on you. Both pilots will be sorely missed on the Intrepid, godspeed and best of luck to both of you as your careers progress in the TIE Corps!!
Now with the announcements of the loss of two CMDRs also comes the announcement that the Intrepid now needs two new CMDRs quickly to fill the void these great CMDRs will be leaving. Applications should be submitted to LC Tissaya Argat (tissaya_argat@wp.pl) and CCd to RA Wil Striker (wilstriker@kc.rr.com) as soon as possible so that replacements may be found and keep the Squadrons running fluidily.
MSE Awards will be processed and submitted now that LC Argat has completed her reviews and submitted her recommendations to me. CMDRs if you have any last minute changes or additions to your MSEs this is the time to get them submitted to the COM before Monday 1700 HRS (EST). After I've completed my review and approved the medals for request with OPS it will be too late to add anything else. :P
I'd like to formally welcome SL's Decker Olt, Mystic Rogue, Chapel Campbell, Thunder and Willie to the ISD-II Intrepid! Also welcome to MAJ Kyle, LC Timbal, CM Slawter Thren and CPT Psyko Prefect! It's great to see so many new pilots joining our ranks, and from what I've been told there are many more still waiting to arrive. It's especially great to see LC Timbal back in the Intrepid ranks after his lengthy stay in the Reserves. Welcome back Timbal! VA Darksaber has also been busy recruiting pilots as well, even from the RSV's. Overall the ASF is doing a great job of finding new and talented pilots. Remember, there are many places to recruit, take advantage of them all and the ASF will continue to be the best Battle Group in the entire ASF! Btw, we are rapidly closing once again on becoming the largest ISD in the TIE Corps. Keep up the great activity and we'll be back on top in no time!! :)
Last weekend VA Khameir Sarin was forced to resign his position as COM of the Grey Wolf. Many of you don't know Sarin the way I do, and his resignation was a true loss to the ASF, as well as to the TC. Sarin, we wish you much success in your deployment and hope you make it back to us safely and unharmed. Keep your head down bro when the rounds fly overhead. ;)
RA Khadgar is once again back in the saddle as COM of the Mutt! Many of you were not in the ASF when Khadgar previously held this position, but it goes without saying that we can expect to see more great things from him. Congrats Khaddy old buddy on your recent appointment!! :)
I'd like to extend my personal congratulations to VA Sickman on his recent promotion! Sicky was my first CMDR when I joined the TIE Corps nearly three years ago and has been my friend since that time. His inspiration and guidance during certain periods proved to be invaluable. It is great to see this fine officer reach such a noteworthy rank! Rock on Sicky!! :)
Asp Squadron has a new homepage located at http://www.emerge.net.au/~lcheese/asp/asp.html! It's a nice site, and I'm proud to see that the GFX I created for Asp so long ago is still being used by its current members. ;)
ASF Trivia #5 has been released! Use some of your free time and submit your answers to VA Darksaber!
A large number of promotions and awards have been handed out this week, be sure to check out the list below! MSE medals have not yet been submitted since I just received the recommendations from the WC. I'll go over them within the next 24 hours and give her my feedback and additional recommendations. ;)
CPT Drako has provided me feedback regarding the Int/W14 website and has informed me that all Links have been updated per the new requirements. He's also going to be creating the coding so that in the near future we'll be able to add the results to the listed competitions as part of a permanent record. Drako has also informed me that he will be reworking the coding problem so that the WC and I can once again upload our weekly reports to the site for easier review for all crew members. CPT Drako is a very busy person, and I want to express to him my personal thanks for tackling these issues while dealing with his RL school schedule.
VanCOM Promoted
10:16 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Congratulations go out to the Vanguard COM, Rear Admiral SickMan, who today is promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral in recognition of his work for the ship.
Grey Wolf Commodore Resigns
10:20 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Due to RL Military commitments, Vice Admiral Sarin has had to resign from his position as Grey Wolf COM and transfer to the Reserves. I'd like to wish him a safe and speedy return, and thank him for his past work.
As was announced at last night's TC Meeting, a new COM has already been selected...many congratulations go out to Rear Admiral Khadgar who returns once more to the position!
March Madness - Results
10:25 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
The final results for Saturday's ATF vs ASF Competition are in and have been confirmed...
Final Scores -
Aggressor Strike Force: 239
Avenger Task Force: 131
So many congratulations to the victorious ASF. There were a total of 47 games played with both XWA and XvT. The winners of those sections:
XWA
1st Iron Star - Gold Wings: LCM Yilana
2nd Iron Star - Silver Wings: CPT Pete Mitchell
3rd Iron Star - Bronze Wings: CM Jaron Kai
XvT
1st Iron Star - Gold Wings: Vice Admiral Darksaber
2nd Iron Star - Silver Wings: General Kaerner
3rd Iron Star - Bronze Wings: CM Jaron Kai
Congratulations to those pilots and thanks to everyone who took part and helped run the competition.
Wing XIII WC
11:01 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
The position of Wing Commander of Wing XIII (XvT MP) is now open to applications. Applicants should consider the following criteria when applying:
a.. Proven experience as Squadron Commander or higher in the TIE Corps for no less than 4 consecutive months.
b.. Familiarity with TIE Corps procedures.
c.. Familiarity with X-Wing vs TIE Fighter in terms of Multiplayer and Single Player.
d.. Able to handle any E-Mail requests promptly and write regular reports.
e.. Able to work with Flag Officers, as well as members of the Wing.
f.. Additionally, applicants must also fulfill the position requirements as listed in the Training Manual.
You are also encouraged to note any special skills that may help in the position, such as web design ability. All applications should be addressed to Rear Admiral Khadgar and Vice Admiral Darksaber. Good luck to those of you who apply.
RelCOM Resigns
08:49 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Unfortunately Rear Admiral Autoris has resigned as Relentless Commodore and moved to the reserves due to RL military commitments. We wish him a safe and speedy return to the TIE Corps. Do NOT apply for the position unless asked to.
Best Squadron In The Fleet?
08:51 - HA Priyum Patel [spellfire@btinternet.com]
Have you ever wanted your Squadron to compete with the best Squadrons in the fleet? Have you ever thought about all the glory, fame and honours your unit can earn by winning a fleet-wide competition? The event of perhaps your entire TIE Corps career is coming! SSSD Sovereign League 2003! More details very soon!
Sov Wargame Progress
11:14 - VA Pel [Palinathas@aol.com]
Two battles have now been fought in Operation: Outrageous Fortune (The Sovereign Wargme). Both battles have seen Blue Team (Wings I/IV/V) lose heavily, but not without cost. Red Team (Wings II/III/Omea Squadron) have lost about 6 squadrons of their Gunboats, compared to Blue's losses of 2 Task Fleets. Both teams would be in far worse shape were it not for the efforts of their Single Player TIE and XvT pilots. Future battles will be announced here, so if you can participate, help your team out.
New battles and free missions
10:45 - AD Marcin Szydlowski [pbmike@go2.pl]
TIE stuff this time :)
- TIE-TC 203,204
- XWA-FREE 95
sco.minos.net down? Use the mirror!
16:17 - AD Ender mBind [mindb_ender@hotmail.com]
With minos.net and ehnet.org undergoing servicing, you can get your patches and slicing files from the SCO mirror at http://www.gimmie.tudelft.nl/homes/blok10b/ender/sco/
(And that includes some new and updated patches!:))
TOA Open for Applications
04:20 - VA Keldorn [gmf@kweeky.net]
- An active member of the Emperor’s Hammer.
- Holding at least the rank of Commander (or equivalent).
- No serious HCI convictions within the last 12 months.
- A high-level of online activity (IRC, Fast e-mail turnaround).
- Above average talent & experience in creating/managing websites (HTML).
- Excellent grasp of the English language.
- [Optional - Desired] Knowledge of Active Server Pages (ASP)
Applications should be sent to me (to@emperorshammer.org) with the subject
“TOA Application”. The closing date for applications is midnight GMT Sunday
16th March.
members sent to HCI
09:11 - FA Brad [bafordham@earthlink.net]
Just recently, I contacted the High Inquisitor,
Tribune and Warden to conduct a number of trials for certain members who I have
found to violate EH regulations. You must report to me the moment you find out
an expelled member has rejoined the EH without permission from the FC, XO, or
HI. Refusal to do so can result in a trial for Disobeying and order or
regulation and aiding the enemy. Check the HCI page for news, or contact me.
(I'm unable to update my office page at this time).
LC Gidda has been awarded the Legion of Combat x5!
CPT Gistenjunge has been awarded the Legion of Combat x14!
SL Birch Sullivan has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant!
LT Spade has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Commander!
LT Birch Sullican has completed the IWATS LIN Course!
LC Tissaya Argat has been awarded the Medal of Instruction for assisting SL Chapel Campbell during training! Well done Tissy!! :)
SL Thunder has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant!
CM Tvan'Oris has been awarded the Iron Star w/Silver Ribbon for 1st place in the "Contest of Artists" Competition!
CPT Drako has been awarded the Iron Star w/Bronze Ribbon for 2nd place in the "Contest of Artists" Competition!
LCM Justin has been awarded the Iron Star w/Bronze Ribbon for 3rd place in the "Contest of Artists" Competition!
CPT Gistenjunge has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross! Great job Gist!! :)
SL Chapel Campbell has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant!
SL Decker Olt has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant!
SL Mystic Rogue has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant!
CPT Derek Dan has been awarded the Silver Star of the Empire for his hard work in creating the CitBoard program! Great job Derek!! :)
CPT Drako has been awarded the Iron Star w/Silver Ribbon for 1st place in the Int Custom Banner Comp! Truly an excellent banner Drako!! :)
CPT Blade has been awarded the Iron Star w/Bronze Ribbon for 2nd place in the Int Custom Banner Comp!
CM Slawter Thren has been awarded the Commendation of Bravery!
LT Birch Sullivan has completed the IWATS SM/3 Course!
LCM Justin has completed the IWATS SM/3 Course!
LT Birch Sullivan has completed the IWATS IIC/2 Course!
LT Birch Sullivan has been awarded the Commendation of Bravery!
CM Tvan'Oris has been awarded the Iron Star w/ Silver Ribbon for 1st place in the "Intrepid Ship Report GFX" Competition!
LT CrimsonFury has been awarded the Iron Star w/Bronze Ribbon for 2nd place in the "Intrepid Ship Report GFX" Competition!
LT CrimsonFury has been awarded the Legion of Combat x2!
MAJ Kyle has completed the IWATS BX Course!
LT Mystic Rogue has been awarded the Commendation of Bravery!
LT CrimsonFury has been awarded the Imperial Security Medal!
LC Timbal has completed the IWATS TT Course!
CPT Blade has been awarded the Legion of Combat!
CPT Phantom has been awarded the Legion of Combat!
All times listed are (EST) unless otherwise noted.
[XvT/XWA] Vanguard Shield
Sun. (11:30 – 15:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Minos War
Mon. (13:00 – 22:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Tempest Storm
Mon. (23:30 – 03:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Aggressor Strike Force Competition>
Tue. (17:00 – 19:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Frozen Doom
Tues. (22:00 – 00:30 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Greenwich Wolf Comp
Wed. (15:30 – 17:30 EST)
[XvT/XWA] TIE Corps Battlegroup Training Night
Wed. (19:00 – 22:30 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Night of the Lost Souls
Thur. (15:00 – 17:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Thursday Night Training
Thur. (19:00 – 22:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Auscomp
Fri. (06:00 – 08:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Sovereign Nighthawk Competition
Fri. (15:00 – 18:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] EuroComp
Sat. (09:00 – 12:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Outer Rim Wars II
Sat. (14:00 – 23:00 EST)
[XvT/XWA] Saturday Night Mayhem
Sat. (23:00 – 02:00 EST)
Intrepid Trivia Competition - The trivia questions will be placed on the WingXIV message board and will be 20 questions long.
Start Date: 3/1/2003
End Date: 3/10/2003
Parties Involved: All Intrepid Personnel.
Missions/Battles Used: None.
Medals to be Awarded:
IS-SR for 1st place, IS-BR for 2nd place
Krayt Squadron XvT and XWA MP Competition - IS-BW 1st place for XvT | IS-BW 1st place for XWA Any pilot from Krayt can enter both XvT and XWA. Everybody that entered will play everyone, so it is fair. The one with the most wins- wins, or if there is a tie, more rounds will be played. If all goes well, there will be another one of these in the future.
Start Date: 3/8/2003
End Date: 3/31/2003
Parties Involved: Krayt Squadron
Missions/Battles Used: None. 1v1 MP used.
Medals to be Awarded:
Iron Star - Bronze Wings (2)
Orin System - If you already flown it and want it to count for competition submit the pilot file to me.
Start Date: 3/2/2003
End Date: 3/16/2003
Parties Involved: ASF
Missions/Battles Used: XvT-TC Battle #60 - Orin System
Medals to be Awarded:
Iron Star - Gold Wings - Best Score
Iron Star - Silver Wings - 2nd Best Score
Iron Star - Bronze Wings - 3rd best Score
Rebel Resurgence - Those that already flown it and want to count it in this comp send me the pilot file
Start Date: 3/2/2003
End Date: 3/16/2003
Parties Involved: ASF
Missions/Battles Used: XWA-TC 32 - Rebel Resurgence
Medals to be Awarded:
Iron Star - Gold Wings - Best Score
Iron Star - Silver Wings - 2nd Best Score
Iron Star - Bronze Wings - 3rd best Score
EH NL Incentive Comp - Miscellaneous information since the XO is having problems getting submissions for the EH NL, the BGCOM is launching this competition as an incentive.
Start Date: 2/9/2003
End Date: 2/9/2004
Parties Involved: Only applies to personnel from the ASF.
Missions/Battles Used: N/A
Medals to be Awarded: If someone gets an Image of the Month, he/she gets an IS-GR. If someone gets a 1st Runner up, he/she gets an IS-SR. If someone gets a 2nd Runner Up, he/she gets an IS-BR.
Intrepid Monthly FCHG Race Each month the COM will record the starting FCHG points of each pilot. At the end of the month the COM will record the ending FCHG points of each pilot, and then will declare the 1st and 2nd place winners. This will be a form of a ladder competition, so the more flight activity you have the better your chances to climb the ladder and win!
Start Date: 3/1/2003
End Date: 12/31/2003
Parties Involved: Intrepid Personnel
Missions/Battles Used: All authorized battles/missions on the EH Battle Center.
Medals to be Awarded: IS-SW to the pilot who gains the most FCHG points during each month. IS-BW to the second best pilot.
Intrepid Monthly CR Race! At the start of each month the COM will record the CR points of each pilot, and at the end of the month the COM will record the CR points of each pilot. The pilot with the most CR points gained will be the winner for that month! This will be like a MP ladder where the more MP activity you have the more likely your chances to win!
Start Date: 3/1/2003
End Date: 12/31/2003
Parties Involved: Intrepid Personnel
Missions/Battles Used: None.
Medals to be Awarded: IS-SW for pilot with most CR points gained, IS-BW for Runner-up!
Intrepid vs. Immortal MP Marathon The ISD Intrepid and ISD Immortal will face off in a two week MP marathon where pilots from each Ship will setup and fly 1v1 and 2v2 matches. Matches must be made up of pilots from both Ships, and ALL matches must be reported to RA Wil Striker (wilstriker@kc.rr.com) and VA RogueWing (roguewing25@yahoo.com). Awards will be given for the Top Pilot and Runner-up in the 1v1 and 2v2 categories. Matches may be flown during authorized EH MP Competitions as listed on the Combat Operations Calendar, or at other times agreed upon by pilots from both sides.
Start Date: 2/24/2003
End Date: 3/10/2003
Parties Involved: All Intrepid and Immortal Personnel
Missions/Battles Used: None.
Medals to be Awarded: IS-SW to Top 1v1 MP pilot; IS-BW to Runner-up 1v1 MP pilot. IS-SW to Top 2v2 MP pilots (2); IS-BW to Runner-up 2v2 MP pilots (2).
Intrepid Going Back to Basics Competition! Each week one of the six XvT Single Player Training Missions will be assigned to the Intrepid pilots to fly. They will submit a custom pilot file to the COM by the deadline given and the Top 1st and 2nd place pilots will be awarded medals for their performance. At the end of the six week basic training cycle the pilot that has won the most 1st place victories will be awarded an IS-SW! The purpose of this competition is to bring back the basics of SP flying and help increase the Intrepid's battle readiness and combat effectiveness!
Start Date: 2/23/2003
End Date: 4/5/2003
Parties Involved: All Intrepid Personnel
Missions/Battles Used: XvT Single Player Training Missions from XvT game platform.
Medals to be Awarded: IS-SW for Best pilot; IS-BW for Runner-Up. IS-SW for pilot that achieves the most 1st place victories during the training cycle.
Intrepid Fiction for a Battle Competition! The COM and Wing XIV Commander are seeking new storylines to adapt as plotlines for custom battles to be added to the EH Battle Center. Fiction should be restricted to the Intrepid and/or the ASF in general. Use of other EH authorized Ships is permitted provided they are only background and not the primary component of the story. Fiction should be a minimum of 10 pages in length.
Start Date: 2/23/2003
End Date: 3/22/2003
Parties Involved: All Intrepid Personnel
Missions/Battles Used: None.
Medals to be Awarded: IS-SR to Best Fiction; IS-BR to Runner-up!
In Servitude,
COM/RA Wil Striker/ISD Intrepid
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