Salute

Another day, another week, another report... Welcome everyone, please have a seat we have some business to discuss. Last two weeks, seemed a little bit distressing. We've lost few pilots - including Captain Paco, who has left Echo Squadron - which caused a serious drop in our strength. There are only 29 pilots in the wing, fact that troubles me a lot... On the other hand, we had one pilot joining us lately and few more to come so I look cheerly and with hope in the future. I'm also hoping for increse of activity connected with Vanguard Squadron Histories competition started by the commodore and with upcoming Imperial Storm wargame.


Wing News
- We lack on ship and wing websites. I have someone working on these, but some help would be appreciated. If you have any HTML skills contact Lieutenant Commander Ginji and ask if these would be of use to him. I think, websites are the visit cards of each TIE Corps unit, so that is priority for now.
- Vanguard Squadron Histories competition started a week or maybe two weeks ago. Details are available here: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1890 . Read the details, and get to work!
- Flying competition... Soon maybe, if you're interested of course. I'm planning to focus more on Freeworlds this time, but other platforms i.e. Xwing Alliance will also be utilized.
- As I mentioned in the beggining, new pilot has joined our ranks. Say warm and loud 'Hello!' to our newest addition, Sublieutenant Hox Reek who has just arrived from Deadalus. SL Reek, for his outstanding activity, has also been promoted to Lieutenant. Congrats, drinks are on you mate.
- Unfortunately Lieutenant Saint Lucifer of Mantis Squadron has been MIAed and SL Torcho of Scorpion Squadron was sent to reserves. Hmm, I guess you can't have everything.
- Due to real life reasons, Captain Paco has resigned for th position of a CMDR in Echo, hope to see you soon among us mate. Meanwhile, I declare the 1-1 spot at Echo opened for applications. Requirements are posted here : http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?t=559
- Also, if we speak about mb's, I would like to see more activity on these (ISD Vanguard forum: http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewforum.php?f=30 . This also goes to squadron forums, if they exist - and they are - make use of'em.
- mIRC - as above. Channel #wing_xv, on any Undernet server.
- Join the wing mailing list: wingxv@yahoogroups.com.

Promotions
- Sublieutenant Hox Reek has been promoted to the rank of full Lieutenant.

Awards
Iron Star - Gold Ribbon has been awarded to Commander Aydanter de la Clars.
Iron Star - Silver Wings has been awarded to Captain Paco.
Iron Star - Silver Wings has been awarded to Commander Ayudanter.
2 x Iron Star - Bronze Wings has been awarded to Wharfin de Grooz.
Iron Star - Bronze Wings has been awarded to Commander Ayudanter.
Iron Star - Bronze Wings has been awarded to Captain Mark Kendoran.
Iron Star - Bronze Wings has been awarded to Lieutenant Commander Drefan.
Iron Star - Bronze Wings has been awarded to Lieutenant Commander Ginji.
Congratulations to all who have been awarded. Drinks are on You :p

Position Shifts/Moves

Captain Paco has been moved to RSVs.
LT Lucifer and SL Torcho have been removed from the roster as well.

IWATS Graduations
LC Kenath Zoron has passed IWATS History course.
CPT Grimlock has passed above course as well.
LCM Drefan has passed IWATS Linux course.
CM Ayu has passed IWATS Freeworlds course.

Competitions
Vanguard Squadron Histories competition - http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1890.
Python Squadron Caption Competition, 2nd round: http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?p=4765#4765.
Sea Dogs of Hornet competition - http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1887 - interesting comp idea, based on FWs.
Run On story is going on on Hornet MB. I don't think hornets would mind everyone else to participate in it too :)
Mantis Squadron Boot Camp is also running - check the latest Mantis Squadron report.

Fleet News
- Few updates at Combat Operations Office, including rules, links, submission forms, userguides etc, etc. http://coo.emperorshammer.net/.
All EHers planning to attend Celebration III and help with staffing the EH Booth need to email immediately. Even if you have already in the past. AD Joe needs a final list of everyone attending.He will also need what times you will be avalible to be at the booth. If you need an event schedule, check latest RO report or visit www.starwarscelebration.com
- ISD Grey Wolf Commodore, RA Pickled Yoda, has been promoted to VA.
There's a new poll up about your thoughts on Episode 3. Login and cast your vote!
- An important contract for website templates and graphics designs has been posted by GA Astatine on the Contract Exchange: http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?t=521
- There's a topic on the message board about a revamp of the EH domain. You can check it out here.
- Rear Admiral Locke Setzer has been promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral.

Command Rant of the Week
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." - Ferdinand Foch, at the Battle of the Marne

Best regards,

Lieutenant Colonel Mayk 'Wolvie' Wolverine
Commander of the Wing XV
ISD II Vanguard
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