SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Welcome to another Vast Empire weekly meeting! |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | We'll begin with the Army division report. I'll hand that over to Lieutenant General Rizzit. |
LG_Rizzit | thank you Cosmic |
LG_Rizzit | It has been quite a busy week for all of us from the trooper level all the way up to the Prefect of the Army. As you all know, the Holiday Squad Competition has come to a close and the results have been tallied. Also there are 3 staff positions to be filled today. At the squad level everyone has an AWOL Check they are or should be doing; and most of you have decided to take that well deserved break from a story until this coming week |
LG_Rizzit | First however there has been a matter brought to my attention that leaves a sour taste in my mouth as it should yours. |
| * LG_Rizzit walks up to 2LT_AD_Aeos and strips her of her 2nd Lieutennant Rank. "You are hereby stripped of your rank and officership due to your willingful disregaurd for command and disobeying a direct order on the battlefield. |
LG_Rizzit | Aeos, you are hereby demoted to Sergeant First Class for refusing a direct command and killing Jak Frozt on your own personal vendetta. |
LG_Rizzit | Let this be a warning to ALL of you NEVER disobey a direct order. |
LG_Rizzit | Now before I continue, Surface Marshall Cosmic has an announcement he would like to make regaurding the Army. Cosmic? |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | This will be brief. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | It's a matter of the position of Assistant Squad Leader. As of late, it has been "redefined" as, literally, the second-in-command of the Squad. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | However, it still retains it's function as SL-in-training, and because of that fact, those in ASL positions and those considering to be an ASL must be willing to move up to Squad Leader level when the time arises. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Squad Leader positions are determined by applications - everyone has equal chance to submit in an application. We look more closely at those in ASL positions because they already have a good amount of leadership experience under their belt. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | To wrap up, the bottom line is this: The ASL position is an important place to gain experience in leadership. If you are the type that would be unwilling to move up in position (to Squad Leader), then you should step down as ASL and allow those wanting/willing to move up in position to become ASL's so they can obtain the required leadership experience. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Our choices for SL usually land upon those who have been ASLs (either currently or in the past), so it is a very important factor when determining who the next SL will be. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | That is all. |
LG_Rizzit | thank you Cosmic |
LG_Rizzit | Now...there is a matter of staff positions to attend to. First off there is the issue of the RAIDERS Squad Leader position. As you all know we have taken in applications since before the holiday break and up until recently no decision was made due to the holidays and people still sending them in. Surface Marshall Cosmic, myself, and First Sergeant Arnaut have all reached a decision. |
LG_Rizzit | Sergeant Helena would you please step forward? |
| * SGT_Helena steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | After reviewing all candidates you seemed to be the best suited. You look out for your fellow troopers but at the same time are not afraid to lay down the law if you have to. You are also competent and loyal and a good role model for these troopers. I hereby award you the title of Squad Leader. Congratulations. |
| * SGT_Helena salutes |
SGT_Helena | Thank you sir :) |
SGT_Helena | Gah, Urmm in addition to me being the new SL, I am holding ASL applications. Now, these can come from the squad or outside. I'd like the Applications to be in Pm and the end date is Tuesday. More information to be after the meeting :) |
SGT_Helena | That's all :) |
LG_Rizzit | don't go anywhere yet |
LG_Rizzit | To go along with your elevated position....I would like to also promote you to a higher rank. You are hereby promoted to Senior Sergeant. Again congratulations and keep up the good work! We'll be expecting great things from you. |
| * SGT_Helena salutes once again |
SGT_Helena | thank you sir :) |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. "No..thank you." |
LG_Rizzit | Next up was to be the announcement of First Sergeant Arnaut's Platoon Adjutant but unfortunately he is not here nor left word about it. Therefore..expect a comnet thread to me added from him later tonight! |
LG_Rizzit | Finally is probably the one everyone is most anxious to hear. Everyone has been well aware we needed a new Commander of Training ever since the sudden departure of 2nd Lieutennant Darr-Rann in recent weeks. I will answer the question you all want to know: Who is the new Commander of Training? |
LG_Rizzit | This individual came to Surface Marshall Cosmic requesting consideration of his appointment. After much thought and deliberation the request has been granted. |
LG_Rizzit | I would like to ask Gunnery Sergeant Yillis to come forward. |
| * GSGT_Yillis steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | You have been selected as the new Commander of Training. You have been informed prior to this what your duties and responsibilities are and how you are expected to carry them out. Knowing all this...do you accept the position? |
GSGT_Yillis | I do, sir. |
LG_Rizzit | Gunnery Sergeant Yillis is hereby appointed to be your new Commander of Training. He will be on a probationary period of 30 days after which time should he be performing properly will be given the Officer's Exam and elevated to the rank of `2nd Lieutennant. |
LG_Rizzit | Congratulations Yillis. I hear you have a great new program planned for the Academy. I look forward to reading about it in the coming weeks. |
GSGT_Yillis | Thanks, sir. |
LG_Rizzit | That concludes all of our staff positions that we had to fill. I expect to see an abundance of congratulations for all of them. |
LG_Rizzit | Now, onto another matter you have all been waiting for: the results of the Holiday Squad Competition. Before I unveil any winners I just want to congratulate you all for doing such an excellent job given the trying circumstances we presented to you from the locking of the story to the last minute issuing of orders and structure. However, despite all that you all did an excellent job. Between the two threads there was a combined total |
LG_Rizzit | As has been tradition with every HSC we always award a special prize to the winning squad at a later date. Usually this is something simple like an equipment upgrade that fits the squad's current specialty. At this time there is no announcement of the prize, rather we will just say the winning squad has a surprise coming to them. |
LG_Rizzit | my apologies |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Between the two threads there was a combined total of 297 COUNTED posts. Basically this number includes every post that was counted for scoring. There were actually slightly more posts than that so congratulations to you all. |
LG_Rizzit | apparently my line got cut off |
LG_Rizzit | As a side note 5 points were deducted from each squad due to no recruits being reported for the competition. This changes no standings, rather it just gives a more accurate number due to squads not earning any points in a particular category. So without further adieu, the results. Drum roll please. |
LG_Rizzit | In 5th place with a score of 26.9 points are the gambling Blackjacks! |
LG_Rizzit | In 4th place with a score of 29.8 points are the faithful RAIDERS! |
LG_Rizzit | In 3rd place with a score of 43.1 points are the righteous Paladins! |
LG_Rizzit | In 2nd place with a score of 74.3 points are the terrifying Wraiths! |
| * [SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] sneaks in a drumroll |
LG_Rizzit | And finally in 1st place with a score of 91.5 points are the prancing Jesters! |
[SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] | Prancing? |
LG_Rizzit | yes..Prancing |
LG_Rizzit | Congratulations Jester on your achievement and congratulations to you all. This has been one hell of a competition...and it won't be the last. You'll have some time off but we have a lot of big things planned for you this year. Stay tuned to find out exactly what. In more pressing matters though, time to award our star performers. |
[SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] | Thank you sir. We will continue...prancing? |
LG_Rizzit | In the intrest of time...I will only be announcing those that are here with us today. The others will be announced later in the Surface Marshall's Prefect's Report. |
LG_Rizzit | Seeing you're already up here...Senior Sergeant Angel? |
| * [SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] prances to the stage |
LG_Rizzit | It's been a long time since we've done this Angel, so welcome back to the spotlight. |
LG_Rizzit | Angel, you will be rewarded a double promotion today due not only to the efforts you made in the competition but also as a belated-celebration of your mid-competition position upgrade which is why it was held back until now. You are hereby promoted to the rank of Sergeant First Class. |
LG_Rizzit | On top of that...you are awarded the Gold Shield[GS]. Which is defined as: |
LG_Rizzit | A medal given out to members of the Army that have shown their courage by taking part in numerous battles to warrant the growth of the Vast Empire. This medal is usually given to troopers and officers that have participated in numerous battles and displayed prestige in doing so. The Army High Command staff may give out this medal. |
LG_Rizzit | Battles can be defined as multiplayer and storyline. BOTH of them apply to Angel as he has been on and off with us many times across several accounts since late 2000. Congratulations Angel! |
[SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] | Thank you sir. |
| * [SI_Phoenix|SSG_Angel] snaps a crisp salute |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | Platoon Commanders...This NEVER is an easy job to do and it is even harder to judge. Their performance is based not on their own activity but on how well the others below them do. Their main goal is to encourage activity not so much as be active themselves (though it never hurts). This should not be news to any of you. |
LG_Rizzit | Next up we have the core of the army: the squads. Without them, we would have no club. So let's officially give them some praise. |
LG_Rizzit | Starting with First Sergeant Sniping101, would you please come forward? |
LG_Rizzit | You are one of our veterans who just does not know when to quit. Which is a good thing. You had to pull activity early from the competition again due to computer problems but have every intent to come back AND you did participate in the competition. For this and everything you have done for us this point I award you the Ring of Tranquility [RoT]. Which can be defined as: |
LG_Rizzit | A medal given to the officers of the Army that exhibits 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. |
LG_Rizzit | At times you can be a bit of a loose cannon but you are loyal to the empire and the dictatorship that it represents. You are also active year after year giving your all without question. Very few of us have actually received this medal so congratulations on receiving this honor. |
LG_Rizzit | Next up on my list is a newcomer, Private Karash. |
| * PVT_Karash steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | Karash, you came into a squad fresh out of the academy yet jumped right into a story that was almost complete. This is not meant to belittle the others (most of us) who would not but rather to praise you for your efforts. You are hereby awarded the Emperor's Shield 2nd Class [ES2]. |
| * PVT_Karash salutes |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | Next on my list is Platoon Sergeant Kanderin Drakken |
| * PSG_Kanderin_Draken steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | You have led your squad on another successful campaign and gave a good fight in it too. Furthermore, you command respect and activity from your troopers just by your presence. For your efforts I hereby promote you to First Sergeant and I am upgrading your Emperor's Shield to a Emperor's Shield First Class [ES1]. |
PSG_Kanderin_Draken | Thankyou Sir |
LG_Rizzit | no...Thank you |
| * LG_Rizzit salutes. |
| * PSG_Kanderin_Draken salutes back |
LG_Rizzit | Next up is Lance Corporal Ron. |
LG_Rizzit | Ron, in the HSC you out performed even your Squad Leader and had some participation in EVERY category. Very few can say the same. For your tremendous efforts I will promote you to Corporal and award you the White Medallion [WM]. This is defined as: |
LG_Rizzit | Medallion for members of the Army that have shown their activity in the Army by creating and managing a webpage. This medal has two classes, first and second. First (blue medallion) is the higher and warrants a better constructed and maintained webpage. The lower white medallion represents a good webpage and frequent improvements to the site. The CoP, XO, and Prefect may award these medals. |
LG_Rizzit | Congratulations and keep up the good work! I might just have to upgrade that for you in the near future ;) |
LC_Ron | thank you sir |
LG_Rizzit | thank you |
LG_Rizzit | I would now like to call up 1st Sergeant Luckystar. |
| * FSG_Luckystar steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | Luckystar, you lead your squad in another successful competition. For your efforts, I would like to award you the Emperor's Shield First Class. Congratulations! |
| * FSG_Luckystar salutes |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | Next up is Platoon Sergeant AlanRJ. |
| * PSG_AlanRJ steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | Alan, you have been active not only in your squad but as your recent dual-role as Assistant to the Commander of Training. As such you have been extremely busy and it is time to reward you for your academy efforts. I hereby promote you to First Sergeant and upgrade your Emperor's Shield 2nd Class to an Emperor's Shield First Class [ES1]. Congratulations! |
PSG_AlanRJ | thank you sir |
| * PSG_AlanRJ salutes |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | I would also like to call up Lance Corporal Zeshaun. |
| * LCPL_Zeshaun|LCRW_Jamal steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | Zeshaun, you are one of those people who is going to become the next comnet hermit. This is not a bad thing but rather a scale of your activity. You had a good percentage of the posts made in the HSC and I am promoting you to Corporal as well as awarding you the Iron Heart [IH]. |
LCPL_Zeshaun|LCRW_Jamal | thank you sir |
LG_Rizzit | no, thank you |
| * LCPL_Zeshaun|LCRW_Jamal salutes |
LG_Rizzit | Next up is another newcomer Private Requiem. |
| * PVT_Requiem steps forward |
LG_Rizzit | Requiem, I have heard good things about you from your squad mates all the way up to the various members of the Army High Command. Among them are: writes good quality, is active, and willing to co-operate. These are just a few of the many things I have heard. For this you are promoted to Lance Corporal and awarded the Iron Heart [IH]. |
LG_Rizzit | Congratulations! |
PVT_Requiem | thank you |
| * PVT_Requiem salutes |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | I would also like to call upon Gunnery Sergeant Tanus Solvona. |
| * GSGT_SPNK_Tanus steps up |
LG_Rizzit | Tanus, you are another one of those members that are day-to-day loyal to the dictatorship that is the Vast Empire. Never questioning and decision or task that is given to you. As such I would like to reward you the Cross of Distinguished Service [CDS] which can be defined as: |
LG_Rizzit | Recipients of this medal are courageous soldiers who have helped the fleet in numerous inventive ways, and who are the role models of the Vast Empire Army. It may be awarded by Regiment Commanders and above. |
LG_Rizzit | Given your new dual-role I am sure you'll be dually appreciative of this honor. Congratulations and keep up the good work! |
GSGT_SPNK_Tanus | Thank you sir |
| * GSGT_SPNK_Tanus salutes |
| * LG_Rizzit returns the salute. |
LG_Rizzit | And the final award I have to give out today is to Corporal Jori. |
LG_Rizzit | This person NEVER is happy with what he is doing. He always needs to be doing something more. There are a lot of projects around here that he is doing because he needs something today. An everlasting IRC presence as well. For his efforts I promote him to Sergeant and award him the Cross of Resolve [CoR]. Good work Jori and keep up the good work! |
LG_Rizzit | That concludes the HSC competition. Congratulations once again to all of you for a job well done. Those of you that have done graphics, expect to be recieving special awards at a later date. This concludes the army report. Have a good week! |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Profound apologies for the length, and a great congratulations for those awarded this week. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | In the future, long lists will be presented in a topic on the ComNet. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Ensign Stormz has the Navy report for this week. |
ESN_Stormz | thank you |
ESN_Stormz | It's been a slow week. All the squadrons reported in, but not all the pilots. Storys have been slow, and we lost a number of people due to the recent AWOL check. |
ESN_Stormz | Kaph squadron is in particularly bad shape, and is currently under review to decide what to do with it. |
ESN_Stormz | A few new pilots have gone through the Naval Academy this week, and have been placed. All are doing very well in their new homes. We would like to give a warm welcome to them. |
ESN_Stormz | Apart from that, The High Command have decided on who the new NTO is, so expect an announcement from them shortly. |
ESN_Stormz | That wraps everything up in the Navy for this week. Let's try to get the squadron stories rolling again. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Thank you, Ensign Stormz. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | If anyone else has anything to add, PM me now. |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | Alrighty then. Everyone have a great week, and don't forget to check out this topic: http://comnet.imperialnetwork.com/topic/11785/page/0/ |
SM_KO_CHM_Cosmic | This meeting is now officially closed. |