SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Welcome to this week's Vast Empire meeting! |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We've got an interesting one this week - and news that a lot of you have been waiting 7 days for. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We are going to begin with the Navy report. Ensign Tyrol has that for us today. |
ESN_Tyrol | Good Evening everyone |
ESN_Tyrol | I'll keep this short and sweet, since I know what you're all really here for |
ESN_Tyrol | Nothing of importance has happened this week, however recruit numbers are up, and the squadrons are once again coming up to 100% strength |
ESN_Tyrol | ... and Cosmic has asked me to prolong your suffering for a bit |
ESN_Tyrol | Hmmm... I'm really sorry guys, I honestly have nothing further to add. IT's been a bit of a dead week this week... and that's saying something |
ESN_Tyrol | To wrap things up, as far as I'm aware there are no upcoming competitions or events |
ESN_Tyrol | No that our glorious HC tells us anything these days |
ESN_Tyrol | Any old timers wishing to come back are of course always welcome, as well as you army types who are looking for a change |
ESN_Tyrol | We may not be as 'in your face' as our land-based cousins, but we still do things |
ESN_Tyrol | Sometimes... |
ESN_Tyrol | Dual-accounters are also welcome, but please do keep in mind that when you sign up, you're making a small commitment. IF you don't think you can manage two accounts, then err on the side of caution |
ESN_Tyrol | That's all from me folks, back to you Cosmic |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you, Tyrol. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | It's Army report time. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | To start off, I'd like to begin by congratulating everyone that had participated in this year's Elite Squad Competition. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Our last competition was held 8-9 years ago, so ESC09 was definitely something we needed to do, and we had a great turnout. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Before I announce the official results, I'd like to recognize two individuals that have performed amazingly well. There is a large list for the promotions and medals awards, and as a heads up, those are going to be placed in an Army topic - otherwise this meeting would be extremely long. ;) |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Corporal Havock. Please step forward. |
| * CPL_Havock|CPO_Tinker steps forward |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | You have given a stellar performance during this last Elite Squad Competition. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | As a result, you are hereby awarded the title of MVP. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | For your excellent performance, you are also hereby elevated to the rank of Sergeant. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We've also got some medals for you. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | For most excellent service, you are being awarded the Ring of Tranquilty and the Ring of Merit. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Ring of Tranquility: A medal given to the officers of the Army that exhibit the qualities shown by only the most elite and active members of the Vast Empire. This medal warrants loyalty to the Empire that you serve; a medal that only the most courageous officers can ever obtain. The Prefect of the Army and the Executive Officer may give out this medal. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Ring of Merit: A ring for troopers that have given their life, shown their bravery, and displayed their courage by giving one hundred percent in a competition or campaign. The Army High Command may award this medal to any trooper that has displayed these traits. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | You are also hereby awarded the Resolute Commendation: Awarded for posting at least seven (7) quality story posts on the Army Comnet in a single reporting week (From Sunday to Saturday). Squad stories, platoon stories, army-wide campaigns, specialties, and chapter stories are tallied for this. Personal stories do not count. This commendation may be awarded by Company Commanders and above. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | And finally, we are officially introducing a new medal family group to the Corps: the Writing Medals. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We have medals for service and gaming, but no medals specifically for writing achievements. Because writing has become our prominant means of activity, it was decided that developing writing medals would be wise. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | As such, you are also hereby awarded the Crescent of Kadann [KAD]: |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The members make up the community, but their characters make up the core of the Vast Empire. Without them, there is no connection between the writers and the story they are writing for. Some writers, however, do manage to take this further: they manage to create vibrant, excellent characters that bring extra life to the groups they are a part of. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | This award recognizes those people who manage, through skill and dedication, to imagine and write up the complex, deep, interesting characters that form the basis of our connection with the Vast Empire. This medal may be awarded by Platoon Commanders and above. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you for all of your hard work, Sergeant Havock. |
| * SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic salutes |
| * CPL_Havock|CPO_Tinker salutes |
CPL_Havock|CPO_Tinker | thank you sir |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We have one more special announcement in terms of the ESC individuals. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Unfortunately he is not here today, but Platoon Sergeant Rogueboy is hereby given the title of Gamer. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | He is also awarded the Cross of Distinguished Service and the Gold Shield. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Along with that, he is being promoted to First Sergeant. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Now, for the moment you've all been waiting for: the official results of the ESC and the revealing of our Elite Squad. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | General Rizzit will be announcing this for you today. |
GEN_Rizzit | thank you Cosmic |
GEN_Rizzit | so as many of you know, this effort that you all put in this year has made the wait well worth the 8 years since the last Elite Squad Competition |
GEN_Rizzit | Despite it coming down to two squads in the end, it was neck and neck the whole way and you all gave it your all |
GEN_Rizzit | Even when the final score was determined, it was VERY CLOSE and could have easily gone either way |
GEN_Rizzit | by a total of 3 points, the winner and ELITE SQUAD of the 2009 Elite Squad Competition is.... |
| * SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic plays a drumroll |
GEN_Rizzit | Blackjack Squad! |
GEN_Rizzit | and here to accept the award is Gunnery Sergeant Tanus Solvona on behalf of his squad |
| * PRTC_GSGT_Tanus steps up to the podium |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | Oh right! |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | I thought it was a legit award |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | Anyway! |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | I just want to say that all of the squads, RAIDERS especially so, did fantastically |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | And if it were up to me (and it isn't, but whatever), both of us would get this most esteemed honor |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | I'll finish with saying a huge congratulations and a great deal of thanks to the men of Blackjack squad |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | You deserve this guys |
PRTC_GSGT_Tanus | You all did very well |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you, Tanus. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Captain Trigit, you have something to add? |
| * RADM_SK_Trigit coughs |
| * RADM_SK_Trigit stands and walks to the podium. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | Yes, thank you Cosmic. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | First off, let me say congratulations to the Blackjacks for winning the ESC, it is a great honor for your squad, and I am glad to see the VE running the ESC again. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | Most of you probably don't know me, except as a name on the Retired list, if you've ever glanced at it. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | However, I just wanted to say that I am glad to see the VE still going strong, in numbers as well as activity. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | You all have a great set of leaders here, I served with most of them, well, all of them actually, before they are were they are now. Before Kadann was in overall command, and back when Cosmic and I were both SL's together. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The best days. ;) |
RADM_SK_Trigit | Listen to them and they will not lead you astray, and the Vast Empire will never fall. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | Indeed Cosmic. |
| * RADM_SK_Trigit steps back from the podium and nods to Cosmic. |
RADM_SK_Trigit | Thank you. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you, Trigit. It's great to see you again. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Snipes, you had something to add as well? |
| * PRTKNG_Sniping101 runs up, jumps on the podium and throws his arms in the air |
PRTKNG_Sniping101 | I'm back bitches! |
PRTKNG_Sniping101 | I'm planning on revitalizing Osk again and considering the possibility of recruiting a few new members into out fold. |
PRTKNG_Sniping101 | I'll be talking to the SLs around here a bit and I have a couple people in mind. Also, I've had nine weeks worth of hurry up and wait to think up new and crazy things, so you may be seeing some more of my well established insanity appearing. |
PRTKNG_Sniping101 | That's all from me, now I'm going to eat something an d take a smoke break. |
PRTKNG_Sniping101 | 'ta |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thanks, snipes. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | There is one more large announcement to make, but before I make that, I'd like to set out and define what "Elite" means in the Corps. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The title of "Elite" is by no means something you take for granted, which I'm sure you won't. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | You've worked your tails off for that title, and it means something to you because of that. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Those in the Elite squad will be seeing an upgrade to their equipment. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | As per usual, the Elite squad receives the incredible blood-red armor - and it's not just a color update. The suits themselves are far superior than that of regular stormtrooper armor. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The Elite squad also now has certain privileges. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The Elite Squad Leader has the ability to accept/deny troopers into his/her squad. |
| * PRTKNG_Sniping101 makes crude gestures. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Under normal circumstances of high activity in both the Corps and the STC Academy, the Elite Squad Leader would be able to hand-select the recruits he/she wishes to induct. Also, historically, the Elite Squad would be given priority when it came to receiving members for filling up the squad. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Nowadays, with the need for recruits in every squad, some things have needed to be ignored to provide equal activity amongst all squads. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | And finally, being the Elite squad gives you bragging rights. You can say "We're the elite squad in the Corps", and you'd be right, but you must be willing to back that up. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Others squads may challenge your Elite status. Further information on that will be delivered later. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Now for the other big news for the Corps (this is the last of the updates). |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Due to the overall number of individuals in the Corps as a whole, and after intense evaluation and debate within the Army High Command, it has been decided that there is just not enough troops to go around for both platoons. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We have six squads. Most of which have an average of maybe 3-4 consistently active people. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We need to regroup our numbers and concentrate our activity in order to make the most of what we have. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | So, it has been decided that Storm platoon will be closed down until we get enough active members to re-open it. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Squad members from Paladin and Jester will be evenly dispersed into the WildCard squads. BlackJack as a whole (all its members) will be transferred over to WildCard. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Platoon Sergeant Jegora will take his place as WildCard's Platoon Commander. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | 1st Lieutenant Angel will leave his position as Company Commander and remain as Tactical Officer. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | On that note as well, Platoon Sergeant Sandwich Sam is ascending from Iron Horse to become the new Commander of Development. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | He will be under a 1-month probationary period before his elevation to an Officer rank. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Full details on the new roster status will be posted on the ComNet momentarily, along with the ESC rewards. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Combining the platoons will allow all four squads to be near max capacity, and it will produce a lot more activity than 6 semi-active squads. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | To wrap up, I'd like to recognize two more individuals. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Real life has prevented him from coming today, but I want to recognize 1st Lieutenant Angel for all of his hard work on the Elite Squad Competition. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | His activity and responsibility have been above and beyond what I had imagined him to be doing, and he has completely driven the Army to a new height with his execution of ESC09. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | As such, 1st Lieutenant Angel is hereby promoted to the rank of Major. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | He will also be awarded the following three medals. This seemed like a lot to me at first, but when I looked at the descriptions... well, he deserves every single one of them. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | He will be receiving the Crescent of Heroism, Pride of Coruscant, and Steel Cross of Palpatine. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | The second person I'd like to recognize is here today. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | General Rizzit, please step forward. |
| * GEN_Rizzit steps forward. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Rizzit, there's really nothing more to say other than the Corps wouldn't be where it is today without you. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | For your services to the Corps, you are hereby awarded the Pride of Coruscant. |
GEN_Rizzit | thank you sir |
| * GEN_Rizzit salutes. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | And one more. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | This award isn't given very often. I've maybe seen this once (if that) in my time here in the Vast Empire... or maybe it's just been so long that I don't remember it being given out. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | I am also awarding you the Cross of the Empire. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | "An award which is given for reasons unknown by the Prefect of the Army." |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | You've been an invaluable asset to this club. You are the voice of reason. |
| * SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic salutes |
| * GEN_Rizzit thanks Cosmic and salutes before dashing off to discover the true reasons behind his award. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | If anyone else has anything to add, PM me now. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | General Rizzit? |
GEN_Rizzit | thank you Cosmic |
GEN_Rizzit | so just as a note to all of you regaurding the merger of Wildcard and Storm |
GEN_Rizzit | Take the time to get used to your surroundings! I realize that you all might not be overly thrilled with your new homes immediately, but that is because you'll be in new squads. As such, I have asked Platoon Sergeant Jegora to deny all requests for inter-squad transfers until further notice. |
GEN_Rizzit | This will eventually be lifted, but we want you all to attempt to adjust to your new homes. Also, all squads are to conduct an AWOL check this week to determine who needs to be taken off the roster. Thank you for your understanding and co-operation in this rather difficult time. |
GEN_Rizzit | The roster IS updated now, so go and find your new homes! :) |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you, Rizzit. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | To note, Arnaut isn't disappearing. He's safetly tucked away under my wing as Prefect Adjutant. ;) |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you all for coming today. It was a long meeting, but there was a lot of stuff to mention. You can thank me for not listing all promotions later. ;) |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Be sure to visit this link for your rewards for this week: http://comnet.imperialnetwork.com/topic/12830/page/0/ - and yes, I will throw in something extra for not giving them to you last week. |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | As always, if anyone has questions, feel free to PM us. Jegora first, of course, to follow the Chain of Command. :D |
SML_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Dismissed! |