Thought for the Week
"A camel is a horse designed by committee. A brontosaurus is a salamander designed to Imperial Specifications."
Squadron News
Greetings all!
Lieutenant colonel Thom Zack left us for the Fury Squadron aboard the ISD Avenger. Unfortunately, this also means we lost a lot of squadron citations, so please try to fly as many XWA battles as (in)humanly possible... You ARE pilots, are you not?!??
There are still a couple of days left in the ASF Supremacy Competition; score some extra points when you are able. We might not be able to win, but let's make sure we don't loose either!
And don't forget the three squadron-based competitions! If you are unable to fly or unable to design a new squadron banner, at least make up a new squadron nickname and motto. Believe me; it's not that hard! And who knows, you might even win a nice medal.
Awards
None
Squadron Orders
* Real Life first! (except during the ASF Supremacy competitions)
* Fly! (You're pilots, are you not???) Either fly a battle, a free mission, or a duel against another pilot... Or surprise me, and do all three of those things!
* Try to participate in a competition of your choice
* Try to recruit an active (!!!) pilot
* Pass the IWATS course of your choice
* Visit the new Python Squadron forum, and post something! ( http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewforum.php?f=78 )
* Visit the #wing_xv channel on IRC
* Send me an activity-report each friday-morning or -afternoon, informing me of your activities, or lack thereof
Announcements
Casino Competition Results
RA Frodo
As the judge of the recent Casino Imperiale Competition I would like to publically congradulate Praetorian Squadron again for their first place finish, and superb performance in this competition. They've shown great activity, skill, and devotion in this competition and I congradulate them for winning once again.
NEW TCCOM'S OWN SELECTED!
HA Cyric
Now the Casino Imperial scores are in. This competition proved to be a huge success and I thank the SCO, FA Ender for running it. From this a new TIECORPS BGCOM's OWN has been chosen!
The Winner is.......WING VIII ISD Colossus! Excellent work!
Here are the break downs:
Grand totals:
Praetorian --> 143. *1*
Wing VIII --> 76.3 *2*
Wing IX --> 31.5 *3*
Wing XIV --> 16.4
Avenger --> 15.8
Wing II --> 6.77
Wing XIII --> 5.13
Wing X --> 5.11
Republic Commando demo is out
SA Astatine
As reported in the RO's report, there's a demo of Republic Commando out on the 3D Gamer's site. If you insist on getting it from there, I recommend trying the Bit Torrent download as I got fairly good speeds off it. Alternatively, you can get it directly off the TC server here. The demo is 431 megs.
DO Open For Applications
SA Astatine
Overview
The position of DO will require a multi-disciplined applicant that is well-versed in a range of areas.
Selection Criteria – Essential
1. Experience in role-playing, preferably in the online arena
2. Good written communication skills
3. An acceptable level of presence in online media such as IRC, message boards, etc.
4. Fast email response time.
5. The ability to work with a range of EH personnel, including the Fleet Commander.
6. Experience at some level of command.
Selection Criteria – Desirable
1. A current owner of Star Wars Galaxies
2. A current member of the EH Player Association
3. Proven experience in improving an area of the Emperor's Hammer over a period of time
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) with the subject "Application for DO". The application should include your response to the selection criteria and other relevant details, such as your ID line and contact details.
CASINO IMPERIALE - Flying/Fiction Results
FA Ender mBind
Fiction Report TIE XvT XWA
1 COL Ekim COL Brucmack LT Diaboli COL Brucmack MAJ Deimos
2 DA Gidda VA Stuart COL Gunman VA Gidda DA Gidda
3 KAP Galaxina LT Moagim LT Moagim COL Mike RA La'an
4 CPT Fox N/A VA Stuart COL Gunman LC Mosh
The Unit Rewards have already been announced, but furthermore did we reward the participants from Praetorian Squadron with a Palpatine Crescent each for winning overall! Excellent work!
ALL fiction will be submitted to the Newsletter so you can all read them as well. The medals have all been requested, those marked with DB ranks will receive them in the DB.
Overall participation surpriced me pleasantly, I'll make an effort to run another similar competition in another few months - I hope that everyone who participated enjoyed themselves. :)
Prae Commander Promoted!
HA Cyric
For his outstanding service to the TC and Prae squadron leading that group to a consistantly hi activity level, most of which he has been in the thick and thin of it, I hearby promote Abel Malik to the rank of COLONEL!
Congrats!
Competitions
Redesign Python I
Begins: January 15th
Ends: February 15th
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1725
Deatils: Come up with a new nickname and motto for Python Squadron; the best submission will win a IS-BR
Redesign Python II
Begins: January 15th
Ends: February 15th
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1726
Details: Design a new banner for Python Squadron; the best submission will win a IS-BR
Out of Time
Begins: January 15th
Ends: February 15th
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1727
Details: Take your time and fly battle XWA-FCHG1; the highest scoring pilot will win a IS-BW
Supremacy Comp VII
Begins: January 15th at Midnight GMT
Ends: February 15th at Midnight GMT
Categories: Single Player Missions, Multi-Player Competions, Freeworlds, IWATS, Graphics, Fiction
WoW Incentive
Ends: Never
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1724
Details: IS-GW, IS-SW and IS-BW each month for first, second and third in
WoW respectively. Also, if anyone from the ASF is first, second or third out of ALL WoW players, they get another IS-GW, IS-SW or IS-BW. Separate medals are given for XvT WoW and XWA WoW.
Who's Line is it Anyway?
Run by the COMM (ehcomm@gmail.com)
Ends: March 20th, 2005
URL: http://ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1699
Details: Come up with funny quotes on IRC and email them to Joey (ehcomm@gmail.com), winner gets an IS-BR and PC. All he asks is that you keep it clean.
Let's Sing it!
Run by COL Marcin Szydlowski (pbmike@go2.pl)
Ends: December 31st, 2005
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1646
Details: Each week Marcin will release a few lines from a song. First person to email the correct response gets 4 points, Second gets 3, Third gets 2 and everyone one else gets 1. At the end of the month the pilot with the most points gets an IS-GR, IS-SR to second and IS-BR to third. The Score reset at the end of each month. (I'm not sure if these are going to be in the TAC reports or where, but I'll find out.)
Mission Creation Incentive
Run by the TAC (fcjt914@yahoo.ca)
Deadline: April 1st, 2005
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1719
Details: IS-PR to the person who submits the most battles in a month, IS-GR to second. IS-GR to the person who submits the most missions in a month, IS-SR to second.
Activity
CPT Frankie
Flew battle XWA-TC 41
Flew battle XWA-DB 6 (with mission highscores)
Posted on the EH message boards
Email contact
Commander duties
CM Wharfin De Grooz
No contact - Please Email me!
CPT Marc Kendoran
Flew battles XWA-TC 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12
Posted on the EH message boards
Email contact
LC Thorm Zack
Transfered to Fury Squadron
Email contact
LT Kaiser Dux
No contact - Please Email me!
MAJ Gustan
No contact - Please Email me!
LCM Ginji
Email contact
LT Cuthbert
No contact - Please Email me!
Pilot of the Week
CPT Marc Kendoran!
Pictute of the Week
http://www.stud.ntnu.no/~shane/stasj/pics/humor/div/star_warsNisjeinteresserIllustrert.jpg
Squadron Roster
PYTHON SQUADRON OF WING XV : Interdiction
COMMANDER: CPT Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
NICKNAME: Phat Force 75
BANNER: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/images/banners/python.jpg
MOTTO: We can't be faded
HOMEPAGE: http://www.freewebs.com/pythonsquadron/
MESSAGE BOARD: http://www.ehnet.org/mb/viewforum.php?f=88
FLIGHT I - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Blingers Extraordinaire
Motto: Laid back! With our minds on our money and our money on our minds!
1) CPT Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
2) CM Wharfin De Grooz (mjacole@hotmail.com) - #10256
3) CPT Marc Kendoran (MarcKendoran@gmx.net) - #3914
4) TBA
FLIGHT II - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Python's Fangs
Motto: Our bite will kill anything
1) TBA
2) LT Kaiser Dux (RSEARCEY1@YAHOO.COM) - #11541
3) MAJ Gustan (arzona4499rangers@yahoo.com) - #10856
4) TBA
FLIGHT III - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Wrath of Phat Force
Motto: This is one force that you should fear
1) LCM Ginji (EspioXX@yahoo.com) - #11325
2) LT Cuthbert (dtripodi20@hotmail.com) - #11580
3) TBA
4) TBA
Total: 7
Squadron Citations (4):
XWA-TC Battle 11 - Heroes of the Immortal
XWA-TC Battle 13 - Hammer to Anvil Part II
XWA-TC Battle 19 - Evaluation of the ISD Vanguard
XWA-TC Battle 22 - The Career of Adrenaline
FCHG Listings
Centurion [CNTR] (400 points)
[497] CPT Frankie
Paladin [PLDN] (300 points)
[365] CPT Marc Kendoran
Dragoon [DRAG] (100 points)
[129] MAJ Gustan
[103] CM Wharfin De Grooz
Combat Ratings
Marksman 2nd (20 points)
[24] CPT Frankie
[23] MAJ Gustan
Trainee (1 point)
[1] CM Wharfin De Grooz
CMDR/CPT Frankie/Python/Wing XV/ISD Vanguard
BSx2/PCx5/ISM/IS-3BW-1BR-7SW-5SR-1GW/LoC-CSx2-Rx4/DFC-Rx2/CoL/CoB/LoA/OV [CNTR] {IWATS-AIM-FLA-ICQ-IIC/1-M/1-MP}