Thought for the Week
"Find the enemy and shoot him down. Anything else is nonsense"
- Captain Manfred von Richthofen ("The Red Baron"), 1917
Squadron News
Greetings all!
There's one week left to go for the squadron-based competitions, so if you want to participate this is the time to do it (unless you already did)! Next month, there will be a brand new Caption-competition for you all to participate in.
Activity is once again low, but I've been informed that some of us might be struggling with a strange and mystical thing called a 'spring break'. Let us all hope that things will improve soon.
Oh; and happy easter!
Awards
None (No medals will be awarded until there is a new Operations Officer.
Don't worry though; eventually you'll get them!)
Squadron Orders
* Real Life first!
* 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
ISD Grey Wolf in need of Commanders!
HA Cyric
The Grey Wolf needs three CMDRs ASAP.
Requirements:
Willingness to complete a whole tour SM/3
Apply today and get a CMDR spot on the Grey Wolf
Iron Mission Creator Competition!
AD Frodo
Members of the TIE Corps and Emperor's Hammer! The Tactical Office is proud to present a new Tactical Competition effective April 2nd or 3rd 2005! The Iron Mission Creator competition will consist of a contest of speed for creating quality free missions.
Many more details by clicking Here.
An IS-PR is up for grabs in this tournament. Also, the winner gets to be declared the Iron Mission Creator. You have 12 days to sign up. Sign up by e-mailing me and Master.
Let the game begin!
New Battles and Missions
AD Frodo
XWA TC 46 and TIE Free 250 have been released. My first TIE free mission!
Also, we have a new server for battle downloads! My thanks to IO/VA Lenvik and GA Astatine for setting this up!
Medal of Communication
AD Joey C
The Communications Office is pleased to annouce the new Medals of Communication system. A system has not been in place for a very long time and was last canned because it became unmanageable. This plan should have no such concerns. All necessary information on how this new system operates can be found:
http://comm.emperorshammer.net/moc.html
If you aren't aware, the Medals of Communication used to be awarded for posting on the message board. Much like the Legions of Combat, they have different 'levels'. These are:-
- MoC - Bronze Oak Cluster (BoC)
- MoC - Silver Oak Cluster (SoC)
- MoC - Gold Oak Cluster (GoC)
- MoC - Platinum Oak Cluster (PoC)
- MoC - Diamond Oak Cluster (DoC)
This has been the result of the last two months of work, feedback and more feedback, so this system should run fairly smoothly. Of course more feedback is welcome.
Happy COMMunicating! - Admiral Joey C
OPS open for applications
GA Astatine
Overview
The Operations Officer is responsible for the timely awarding of medals within the TIE Corps, providing consultative feedback on high level medals and maintaining the Operations Manual and related materials. The position requires a consistent approach, in the processing of medals and uniforms, as well as the reasons for approval and denial.
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 Fleet Commander.
5. Experience at some level of command.
Selection Criteria – Desirable
1. Graphics ability
2. Prior experience in a similar position
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 OPS". The application should include your response to the selection criteria and other relevant details, such as your ID line and contact details.
EH Site Database Launched!
VA Lenvik
The EH Site Database is now officially launched!
It's located at: http://ehlinks.lenvik.org/
Make sure you get your sites submitted. Any submissions, modifications, requests or enquiries should be sent to io@emperorshammer.org or alternately lenvik@gmail.com.
Competitions
Redesign Python I
Run by CPT Frankie (paladin@kabelfoon.nl)
Ends: April 1
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1725
Details: Come up with a new nickname and motto for Python Squadron; winner gets an Iron Star with a Bronze Ribbon.
Redesign Python II
Run by CPT Frankie (paladin@kabelfoon.nl)
Ends: April 1
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1726
Details: Design a new banner for Python Squadron; winner gets an Iron Star with a Bronze Ribbon.
You might want to combine this one with the previous competition...
Out of Time
Run by CPT Frankie (paladin@kabelfoon.nl)
Ends: April 1
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1727
Details: Fly battle XWA-FCHG 1; pilot with highest score will win an Iron Star with Bronze Wings.
Vanguard Tiger
Run by LC Mayk Wolverine (ehwolvie@yahoo.com)
Ends: weekly
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1797
Details: Fly a mission each week; pilot with the highest score will win an Iron Star with Silver Wings (and runner-up an IS-BW).
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.
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 mission XWA-FREE 10 for the Vanguard Tiger competition
Flew battles XWA-TC 44, 45, and 46 (with mission highscores)
Posted on message boards
Email contact
Commander duties
CM Wharfin De Grooz
No contact; please Email me!
CM Ayudanter de la Clars
No contact; please Email me!
CPT Marc Kendoran
Submitted a picture for the Redesign Python II competition
Submitted pictures for the new Caption-competition
Email contact
LCM Ginji
Still on leave?
No contact; please Email me!
Pilot of the Week
None
Pictute of the Week
http://my.athenet.net/~denij/MuppetStarWars.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://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewforum.php?f=41
FLIGHT I - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Coils of Death
Motto: Once you are in our grip, there is no escape
1) CPT Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
2) CM Wharfin De Grooz (mjacole@hotmail.com) - #10256
3) CM Ayudanter de la Clars (ayudanter@gmail.com) - #5550
4) TBA
FLIGHT II - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Python's Fangs
Motto: Our bite will kill anything
1) CPT Marc Kendoran (MarcKendoran@gmx.net) - #3914
2) TBA
3) TBA
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) TBA
3) TBA
4) TBA
Total: 5
Squadron Citations (0)
None; we need more pilots...
FCHG Listings
Legionnaire [LGNR] (500 points)
[536] CPT Frankie
Centurion [CNTR] (400 points)
[455] CM Ayudanter de la Clars
Paladin [PLDN] (300 points)
[365] CPT Marc Kendoran
Dragoon [DRAG] (100 points)
[103] CM Wharfin De Grooz
Combat Ratings
Officer 2nd (50 points)
[58] CM Ayudanter de la Clars
Marksman 2nd (20 points)
[24] CPT Frankie
Trainee (1 point)
[1] CM Wharfin De Grooz
CMDR/CPT Frankie/Python/Wing XV/ISD Vanguard
BSx2/PCx5/ISMx2/IS-3BW-1BR-7SW-5SR-1GW/LoC-CSx2-Rx4/DFC-Rx2/CoL/CoB/LoA/OV-2E [LGNR] {IWATS-AIM-FLA-ICQ-IIC/1-M/1-MP}