Rho Report # 21 (2024-10-17)

This report was submitted by CMDR-ROA-TOA/LC Maston Dane/Rho/Wing II/ISDII Warrior/Battlegroup II


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RHO SQUADRON REPORT #21

REPORTING OFFICER: Lieutenant Colonel Maston Dane, Squadron Commander

RECIPIENTS: General Gilbert H. Frown, Wing II; cc: Rho Squadron

DATE SUBMITTED: 10.13.2024

SQUADRON COMMANDER'S CORNER

Since the day I became the Commander of Rho, three tours of duty ago, I have been preparing for the rise of the Kilji threat. My instincts were proven right earlier this year during Imperial Storm when our armadas met inside the Unknown Regions. Every squadron in the TIE Corps fought hard against an unrelenting blitz. We suffered many losses as deadly skirmishes played out over multiple quadrants, each Battlegroup holding the line. Our pilots stepped up with great skill, conviction, and planning, but an honest assessment with even the most generous of appraisals would consider our then final standing to be at best a draw - losing the battle but promising a war to come.

For the Emperor’s Hammer, a draw is an inexcusable loss. Not since the Rebel Alliance have we suffered an insult like this. In the aftermath of this injustice, and to better prepare for the day the Kilji returned, the TIE Corps started our grueling ReMobilization VI wargames. My beloved Rho Squadron took it upon itself to step up, redouble our efforts and commit to completing every objective the Admiralty could set. With blood, sweat, and tears, we completed all tasks, undefeated in a seemingly endless list of challenges.

It was a tremendous feat, but not good enough - a Kilji threat that can evenly match our forces is not a nemesis you can underestimate. New blood was needed - and it came in the form of LCM Rosh Nyine and LT Shantell Nyine, a deadly duo who became a force to be reckoned with under the training of Rho elites and the Corps. With them aboard and the extensive preparations put into place, when the Kilji were found to be growing in numbers, even extending past our projections, Rho Squadron was ready!

With Rho alumnus fr0Zen now leading Battlegroup II; my roles as CMDR, TOA of the TFC Council, and Assistant Recon Officer; the Baron CPT Vanguard leading the Corps in solo and covert expeditions and fresh off his top pilot accolade from the previous year; CPT Miguel's work in the Combat Operations Office; LCM Rosh Nyine stepping up as my SQXO; RA Morgan heading up the EH Recon Office; CPT Isabis Kamaria as my Flight Leader; my apprentice CPT Davy Jonez’s work as Assistant Recon Officer and head of cargo and munitions for Battlegroup II; the veteran COL Westric Davalorn's years of combat and bureaucratic experience; the fresh blood and promise of LT Shantell Nyine; and tactical support with LT Alexmadv Corachan, LCM Jaquel Rainrix and LCM Rotarg Kradak, I knew there was nothing the Kilji scum could throw at us that we couldn't handle and reciprocate tenfold. 

We stood our ground and fought for the glory of the Empire. When the blasters stopped firing and the dust settled, not only had the TIE Corps won a decisive and complete victory in the war but Rho Squadron stood above the rest as top squadron! This is a feat I am immeasurably proud of my squadron for achieving. My deepest appreciation is also extended to everyone in Lambda Squadron for matching our efforts and skill, and through the riggers of friendly competition helping to motivate us to be the best pilots we could be!


For Rho Squadron! Long may it reign!

RAISE THE FLAG REWARDS
  • Rho Squadron has officially earned the title of Escort Squadron for this year! Congratulations and thanks to each and every pilot in Rho - without even one, the whole operation would have been orders of magnitude harder!
  • I am also proud to call the Baron of the TIE Corps and repeat TCCOM's Wingman-winner Vanguard88 a squadmate and friend! Massive congratulations to your individual success there.
  • Our Battlegroup, led by fr0Zen, saw a repeat Flagship title victory as well, in no small part due to our squadron leading the charge! Having winners on all three levels is beautiful!
  • We had many other pilots in the top rankings, as well:
    • 1 - Vanguard88
    • 3 - Isabis Kamaria
    • 5 - Maston Dane
    • 7 - Westric Davalorn
    • 11 - Rosh Nyine
    • and the rest not far behind!
  • In other RtF success news:
    • Davalorn wins the IS-PR for his second round art submission!
    • Rho boasts 100% participation during this month!
    • We've all got TUAs now! Not a single one of us had one a month ago, but now we all do!
ROSTER

Rho Squadron - Deep Strike
The Steam Rhollers || 'Strike First, Strike Hard, No Mercy'
Wing II - ISDII Warrior - Battlegroup II

Flight I - TIE Avenger
Dagger Flight || 'Death Comes on Dagger Wings'
[1-1] LC Maston Dane
[1-2] CPT Vanguard88
[1-3] CPT Miguel
[1-4] LT Alexmadv Corachan

Flight II - TIE Avenger
Emperor's Will || 'In Peace, Vigilance - In War, Victory - In Death, Sacrifice'
[2-1] LCM Rosh Nyine
[2-2] LCM Jaquel Rainrix
[2-3] CPT Shantell Nyine
[2-4] LC Alexandre Morgan

Flight III - TIE Avenger
Nightshrikes || 'Hunters of the Void'
[3-1] CPT Isabis Kamaria
[3-2] CPT OL"Davy Jonez
[3-3] COL Westric Davalorn
[3-4] LCM Rotarg Kradak

AWARDS, RECOGNITIONS, AND COMMENTS

Congratulations to all on your recent achievements, medals, and victories! Since it's been a while since the last report, here are some good highlights. 

LC Maston Dane 

  • Iron Star - Platinum Wings!

CPT Vanguard88

  • *stares at GONK only to see a wall of missions flown, and just as many high scores...* Congrats on repeating your Wingman victory, and propelling Rho to first place!

CPT Miguel

  • Tons of recruits coming in, and great activity during RtF!

LT Alexmadv Corachan

  • Outstanding to see some matches during RtF this year! 

LCM Rosh Nyine

  • Awesome to see all the missions come in during this month! And congrats on learning our MP submission rules... as a SQXO... ;)

LCM Jaquel Rainrix

  • You wrapped up our 100% participation statistic for RtF! Really impressive stuff - and one beautiful piece of art for the 200 point bonus!

LT Shantell Nyine

  •  An official welcome in to Rho Squadron in a report is due! Beautiful work during last month.

LC Alexandre Morgan

  •  Continue the great RO work!

CPT Isabis Kamaria

  • The number of your LoCs on GONK for the past few months is... four digits long. Congrats on the 21st Echelon Wings!

CPT OL"Davy Jonez

  • Nothing but consistency for this old pirate! Brilliant RtF work, in both the games and the creative areas!

COL Westric Davalorn

  •  Massive congratulations on the IS-PR from the RtF art! You join a very select club with that one.

LCM Rotarg Kradak

  • Awesome to see the art submission this September! With your help we hit the 100% mark, the sign of true strength and dedication.
CLOSING COMMENTS

Congratulations on a beautiful Raise the Flag to all! Enjoy the restorative leisure break we've all earned.


LC Maston Dane
CMDR-ROA-TOA/LC Maston Dane/Rho/Wing II/ISDII Warrior/Battlegroup II

Written with LC Alexandre Morgan and COL Westric Davalorn


AD Hav Antiel at 2024-10-27 (16:47)
Well done, Rho!

LC Maston Dane at 2024-10-18 (23:10)
Wow, thanks Wolve! That means a lot coming from you. I certainly gave it a lot of thought but both Ossus and Dav helped write and code everything except the CMDRs Corner, so they helped set any standard.

Thanks Alexander! I had more thanking more people as this event is my favorite and how its set up, you can colab or compete with whoever you want and is only as cool as it is because there are so many amazing pilots giving it their all, or what they can and I love that but it started to sound like an Oscar's speech with the person talking past the music and just going on and on lol

Yeah Rosh, if the tike zone didn't prevent it we could've cleared that up any given night. I did have my RtF Training event in July/August to try to help new comers people who have never or seldom competed but the event was a failure. Only like 5 people participated and while it was devised to be a mini RtF, I'm told I made it too complicated so only people who already knew RtF rules participated. That's on me.

MAJ Wolve Excelsior Berkana at 2024-10-18 (00:28)
This is the standard for Commander Reports! Great job to Rho during RTF! You guys came prepared and earned it!

LT Alexander Dœnut at 2024-10-17 (22:03)
great report. No hate for winning RtF. It belongs to you guys.
LT Alexander Doenut of Delta

LCM Rosh Nyine at 2024-10-17 (18:06)
It's not my fault about the MP rules! If I only I had known earlier! Way to go, boss! o7

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