Python Squadron
Report #26
5.27.2005 - CPT Frankie
Python Squadron Report for 05-27-2005
Thought for the Week
"He, general or mere captain, who employs every one in the storming of a position can be sure of seeing it retaken by an organized counterattack of four men and a corporal”
Colonel Ardant du Picq (Charles-Jean-Jacques-Joseph)
French Military Theorist (1821-1870)
Squadron News
Greetings all!
Imperial Storm continues. Check out http://www.btinternet.com/~spellfire/wo_misc.html !!! Too bad there are no XWA-missions yet, but those of you with TIE or XvT were able to fly...
The winner of round seven of the Caption Competition is..... LCM Ginji! Congratulations!!!
The picture for the last round will be posted on the message board tomorrow ( http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?t=392 )... Be sure to participate!
Awards
CPT Marc Kendoran - Iron Star with Bronze Ribbon
CPT Frankie - Iron Star with Silver Wings
Squadron Orders
* Real Life first (within reason)!
* 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=41 )
* 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
Saturday · May 21 · 2005
Appications being accepted for FO:CA
HA Cyric
With the promotion of Sarin to XO, I am looking for a new CA for the Flight Office. Since I've decided not to appoint any FOA's at this time, the duties of my CA, though a bit easy in my eyes, are very important to the TC.
Requirements:
Good e-mail response time, with in 24 hours
Absolutely NO HCI/SO Convicitons
Have taken SM/3
Have a good working knowledge of the TC systems, protocols, and guidlines
Able to fill in duties for FO when FO is unavailable (Which is rare)
Able to play nice with others
Duties:
Organize and maintain a report schedule for all TC reports
Able to run the TC meeting weekly in my absence. (Often)
Able to perform database entries such as recruits, CTs and placements (Will be taught)
Anything else I decide
I am looking for a highly motivated individual who would in essence be groomed for the FO should I leave, retire or die in office. My preferences would be that the individual have held at least a WC spot or great, however, I will honor any application that comes to me.
When applying Have CA Application in the subject header.
Mega Awards and New XO announced!
HA Cyric
Ok so the EH Meeting produced some incredible news (consider the author of this post for self agrandizing :))
The new XO of the EH is SA Sarin
The FO was promoted to SA and received an MOH
SDIR Aseret promoted to Fleet Admiral
OPS Yoda promoted to Full Admiral
Demerzel gets a Gold Star
Congrats to all!
Imperial Storm Starts!
HA Priyum Patel
Today marks Turn 1 of Imperial Storm and orders from each of the five teams have been processed. Given my...uh, Gods-Eye-View of the proceedings, I can safely say that Pilots should expect some battles very soon!
FW: Territorial Engagement
HA Priyum Patel
All - there is a Territorial Engagement scheduled for tonight. The devious Disac Pirates will be attacking two of our bases in Bilbringi: Sienar Shipyards and the Imperial Sector Command. The TE is on for 8PM GMT / 3PM EST. For the password, either refer to my internal email or ask myself or another FW player.
Please make sure you're on IRC and Teamspeak (if possible) in good time to receive groupings and orders. Remember that participation in these TEs is not only a good way to earn LoCs, but is also important to improving the EH's status on the server. Hope to see you there.
Sunday · May 22 · 2005
Do NOT use sco.emperorshammer.net
FA Ender mBind
Since we have lost access to the SCO site at emperorshammer.net over a month ago and because it does not seem as if we will regain it any time soon, the site is basically discontinued. This means files there are outdated, which in turn means you may encounter bugs that have already been resolved or download files that have been replaced all together - causing compatibility problems.
So for as long as minos.net remains operational, please use sco.minos.net.
Operation Anteater Status: Complete
AD Frodo
It is with great pride and joy that I hereby announce that Operation Anteater is complete! There is only one remaining bug report on the mission compendium for XW-CD 1, but that perticular bug will be fixed momentarily, and I count it more as a flaw with the betatesting staff than anything else.
I would like to thank the Anteater staff that worked tirelessly on this project, they are the following:
AD Frodo March - XvT/BoP/TIE/XWA tactician, worked countless bugs
VA Master - XWA tactician, fixed nearly 90% of the XWA bugs
VA Locke Setzer - TIE/XW tactician, worked out about 75% of the TIE bugs.
VA Gidda - Some help with fixing up the XWA bugs
MAJ Deimos - Validated many, many bugs in the XWA section.
CM Brukhar - Some on demand work for the XvT and TIE departments
LC Apophis Kuma - A bit of help in the TIE department
Medals were recommended for all of these fine gentlemen. I'd also like to thank all of the membership of the Emperor's Hammer for posting bugs, because if you guys didn't find the bugs, then we wouldn't know what to fix!
Also... I've noticed that usually these projects are fruitless, as in, we fix all the bugs, and then sit on our bums and watch for another few years and make another project like this one. That is the old way, as of this day, May 22nd 2005, I proclaim that my TAC staff and I will NEVER let bugs plague our mission compendium again. AS OF NOW, EVERY BUG THAT IS REPORTED WILL BE INVESTIGATED, AND CORRECTED IF NEEDED WITHIN TWO WEEKS. Within two weeks, if you do not receive e-mail notification that the bug was fixed, or that the report was ignored within two weeks then...I don't know, because its not going to happen.
Once again, thanks to the staff, you've done some excellent work!
Monday · May 23 · 2005
Dark Sentinel
AD Khadgar
Your assistance is needed for the next Dark Sentinel newsletter! See http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?t=1026 for details.
CD Site Update
AD Khadgar
The CD site can be accessed from http://69.10.137.116/~corpdiv/.
COO Open for Applications
SA Khameir Sarin
Overview
The Combat Operations Officer is responsible for creating, organizing, supervising, awarding, and promoting all multiplayer gaming in the Emperor's Hammer. The minimum duty of the office is to provide a multiplayer gaming experience for every member of the Emperor's Hammer that desires this form of entertainment.
Selection Criteria - Essential
1. An outstanding understanding of all Star Wars Multiplayer Gaming Platforms. In particular XVT/XWA/JO/JA/FW/BF/RC.
2. An outstanding understanding of the Battlestats website and Week of War competitions.
3. Experience at some command level
4. Good written communications skills.
5. Fast email response time
6. The ability to work with a wide range of EH personnel, including the Executive Officer and the Fleet Commander
Selection Criteria - Desirable
1. Proven experience in running multiple competitions simultaneously
2. Familiarity with the EH Ladder System and 24/7 LoC submission form
Initial Work Plan
1. Draft a initial plan of action for when you take over the position of COO. What competitions (internal and extenral) do you plan on creating, what competitions will you revise, and what will be your main focus upon assumption of the position of COO.
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) and Executive Officer (xo@emperorshammer.org) with the subject "Application for COO". The application should include your response to the selection criteria and other relevant details, such as your ID line and contact details.
Imperial Storm - Turn One Battles
HA Priyum Patel
It's only the end of Turn One and we already have two battles to play out in Imperial Storm! Fleets have arrived in orbit around several planets in a bid to capture them for vital victory points. For full details please go here
The MP XWA Battle will be taking place on Wednesday 25th May at 10PM GMT / 5PM EST in #isd_predator. The above link also has the single-player XvT and TIE Mission files along with instructions on how to submit them. Remember that every pilot can influence the survival or destruction of his or her Fleet!
Thursday · May 26 · 2005
TAC Staff Openings
AD Frodo
Oh yay! Its that time again, I'm taking applications for TAC staff. The following positions are open, their requirements are listed underneath.
XvT, XWA, and TIE TCS (Beta Tester)
-Good knowledge of the three platforms mentioned above.
-Willing to pass IWATS MCBS when it is released (Grr...Stu! :P)
-Able to complete 3 assignements ranging from 1 to 8+ missions within two weeks.
I will be looking for about 3 or 4 more Testers, I'd like them to be VERY active this time. Remember that it isn't just a reason to bloat your ID line, I make sure that you only get the ID line addition if you deserve it. Also, its the number one way to become a tactician, which corrects battles.
Applications go to AD Frodo March (tac@emperorshammer.org) and VA Master (slavelet@iinet.net.au) with the subject "I want to be a TAC lackey!"
Thank you!
Some New Frees
AD Frodo
XvT Free 189, XvT Free 190, XvT Free 191 and BoP Free 34 have been released! Check them out at a mission compendium near you!
Any betatest files can be sent to me for processing!
Friday · May 27 · 2005
[TO] FLEET COMP and New Course
AD Stuart
Fleetwide Competition:
I would like to remind everyone of the FLEET WIDE Education competition running for the next 7 weeks. *MANY* medals are available to be won ranging from IS-BR to IS-PR and you are not competing against other people to get them! (Work together... hint hint) Details and *HINTS* for this competition can be found here:
http://mb.emperorshammer.net/viewtopic.php?t=951
New Course:
I would like to announce that the NEW TAC course to replace XTM/2, TT/2, TACS, will be released shortly!! Stay tuned to the TO report, ehtiecorps.org and ImperialAcademy.org for news!
Competitions
Caption Competition
Run by CPT Frankie (Paladin@kabelfoon.nl)
Ends: June 1, 2005
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1885
Details: Each week a picture is posted in the squadron report and in the forum. Think of a fun caption for the picture, and send it to the squadron commander. The one with the best caption will win an iron star with a bronze ribbon.
Week of War Incentive
Run by VA Gidda
Ends: December 31, 2005
URL: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/competitions/details.asp?ID=1940
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.)
Battlestats XvT Competition
http://www.battlestats.com/games/xvt/war/info/?war3409
Battlestats XWA Competition
http://www.battlestats.com/games/xvt/war/info/?war3409
Activity
CPT Frankie
Posted on message boards
Email contact
Commander duties
CM Wharfin De Grooz
No contact - please Email me!
CPT Marc Kendoran
Email contact
LCM Ginji
Submitted a caption for the Caption Competition
Email contact
Pilot of the Week
None
Movie of the Week
http://www.ftv.nl/videoplayer/index.cfm?id=182650&mode=normal&pid=boom&quality=3&ftvplayer=yes
(It starts after a short commercial)
Squadron Roster
PYTHON SQUADRON OF WING XV : Interdiction
COMMANDER: CPT Frankie (F.J.Louwer@kabelfoon.nl) - #10462
NICKNAME: Hissing Heroes (A.K.A. The Sleeping Snakes)
BANNER: http://www.ehtiecorps.org/images/banners/python.jpg
MOTTO: May the stars part before us (A.K.A. "We will sleep so you don't have to")
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) TBA
4) TBA
FLIGHT II - TIE ADVANCED
Nickname: Python's Fangs
Motto: Our bite will kill anything
1) CPT Marc Kendoran (darthkendoran@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: 4
Squadron Citations (0)
None; we need more pilots...
FCHG Listings
Legionnaire [LGNR] (500 points)
[534] CPT Frankie
Paladin [PLDN] (300 points)
[366] CPT Marc Kendoran
Dragoon [DRAG] (100 points)
[103] CM Wharfin De Grooz
Combat Ratings
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-11SW-5SR-1GW/LoC-CSx2-Rx4/DFC-Rx2/CoL/CoB/LoA/OV-2E [LGNR] {IWATS-AIM-FLA-ICQ-IIC/1-M/1-MP}