From the Desk of Silwar Naiilo

From within the bowels of the Nebulon-B Class Frigate 'Swift Fury' came a roar of rage. 'How did this happen,' shouted Silwar Naiilo, still dressed in the ceremonial robes of a Sith Battlemaster. 'We had Imperial Storm won - and now, the Hammer is in posession of nearly every system on the map?' The thought of festivities, once planned to celebrate his rise to Consul of Clan Drakonan, were thoroughly wiped away as he started into the holoterminal, lit in green hexagons. 'And where is the Warrior? We can't afford to lose anything else.' He closed his eyes, and took a deep breath. Anger came naturally to Sith, and a fierce ally the emotion was - but he needed focus in this moment. He was directing fleets, not facing the treacherous LC Genie in single combat. He punched the number '40026' into the communicator, and directed: 'Send our forces to retake Rodis, Cattamascar, and Panatha. We merely need to hold on to our lead. Do not fail me this close to our victory.'

Imperial Storm III hs taken an interesting turn, as the Hammer has sent its fleets to each and every system on the map, and won most of them over. As of last night, we are in battle in three systems simultaneously, as well as taking a fourth without resistance. Imperial Storm is nearly at an end, and victory is within our grasp.

Next is another Heroes of the Challenge entry, a description of Colonel Harlon Reiss, batallion commander in the Hammer's Fist. This was one of two entries submitted by GN Jarek La’an:

Colonel Harlon Reiss

Presently serving as Commander of a battalion of Hammer's Fist Stormtroopers embarked on the ISD-II Challenge, Colonel Reiss is best characterised as a difficult man to like, although he is adored by those under his command. Noted for his ascerbic personality and as a stickler for high standards, he believes firmly in setting the example for the men and women under his command to follow. A human male, lean in build and tall, his features are sharp. His dark eyes betray little emotion, while his closely cropped grey hair is broken by multiple scars as a clear reminder of his frontline combat experience. Aged 47 but able to outrun and outfight the majority of his command, he drills his troops relentlessly to ensure they are always ready to fight and win at the command of the Emperor's Hammer. Having enlisted as a Stormtrooper in the aftermath of the Battle of Yavin, he rose quickly through the ranks earning a reputation as a loyal and highly effective soldier, reaching the rank of Lieutenant within 5 years.

Following the Empire's disintegration into splintered remnants after the Battle of Jakku and the signing of the Galactic Concordance, Reiss found himself serving a succession of self-proclaimed warlords as interneccine struggles led to bitter infighting. Rising to the rank of Major 10 years after Jakku and growing increasingly disillusioned with those commanding him and their desire to spend his troop's lives in the name of petty politicking, Reiss and a full company of Stormtroopers loyal to him seized control of an Arquitens-class cruiser, the Revelation, before using it to reach the territory of the Emperor's Hammer.

He has served his new masters faithfully, initially on Aurora Prime before commanding battalions on the ISD Immortal and ISD Relentless, prior to joining the ISD Challenge. Rejecting further promotion he seeks to avoid being removed from his troops or combat. Far from an Imperial fanatic or xenophobe, he is motivated by a desire to return order to the galaxy and put an end to the constant state of conflict that has prevailed since Yavin, recognising that only the Empire can offer stability and the firm hand needed.

Congratulations to LT AyePeaBee, who joined Eagle Squadron and was promoted after earning some Legions of Skirmish.

COL Horus Blackheart has been transferred from Commander to Flight Member of Eagle Squadron. CM Graf D‘Jinn, as XO, is acting commander until a new commander is chosen, which will be within the coming days. I have several well-qualified applicants.

Lastly, I am going on leave this week, and will be fairly unavailable from August 14 through 21. I will check in as often as possible, but in the meantime, LC Phalk Sturm is acting commodore. CPT Travis 'TI-40026' Cook will be the point person for Imperial Storm. I trust to find this ship in perfect condition upon my return.

Ship Stats

• Missions completed: 4
• LoCs earned: 180
• LoSs earned: 18

Promotions

• SL -> LT AyePeaBee

Medals

Combat Ratings Advancements

PvP Rating Advancements

• LT AyePeaBee: Trainee
• LT Xylo Pethtel: Marksman 1st
• LT Taurus: Officer 4th
• LCM Jaxx Nassin: Officer 2nd
• LT Gisornator: Certified
• VA Silwar Naiilo: Elite 1st

Co-Op Rating Advancements

• LT Ryuzokin: Private 4th

Transfers

• COL Horus Blackheart to FM/COL Horus Blackheart/Eagle 2-3/Wing X/ISDII Challenge

Competitions

Activity for VA Silwar Naiilo

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Flight Activity:

Spam Conflict PvE; Squadrons PvE and PvP; Starcross Fighter League; Challenge Cup

New Combat Rating:

Medals Awarded: 15x LoC

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