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[Ordo Meeting - 01MAY10]

~ORDO IMPERIALIS~

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**********Meeting Report**********

NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | O-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 01 May 2010

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SUBJECT: Groupwide weekly meeting.

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SUMMARY: Upcoming summer endeavors discussed.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia shouts: Welcome and good evening everyone. Before we get started, I would like to remind everyone to hold question or comments until provided the opportunity to speak. This includes Flash Gordon Pontoppidan. When provided the chance, please be certain to shout your comments—our recorder is centralized, so she will not hear you otherwise.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Having said that, let’s get to it.

Foremost, this week’s statistics:

Imperator’s Report

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Members: 296

Cadets: 12

Applications

New: 9

Approved: 1

Denied: 6

Review: 2

Combat

Defensives: 106

Offensives: 9

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week have been fairly curious, but relatively calm. Our focus has been upon maintaining relationships with other groups. On top of which, we have taken the opportunity to establish some new bridges in unusual ways.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Namely, we are expanding our horizons a bit by interacting with members of Vanguard command who are considered to be friendly to the Ordo Imperialis. Now—do not read too far in to that. It must be underlined at this point the intent is only to instill a sense of humanity between the groups on an individual basis. Furthermore, there are no negotiations ongoing between the Ordo Imperialis and the actual head of Vanguard, Christoph Naumova. [18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Our allies, the Merczateers and the Alliance Navy, currently participate in combat with Vanguard. Two of our principle foes, 2142 and Cthonic Syndicate, maintain solid blockades against the prospect.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: With that said: unit reports this evening?

Divisional Reports

[18:04] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar, for Astra.

Astra

[18:04] Sosarin Demar shouts: Combat participation continues as normal, despite the lull in overall activity. Fighter aircraft and bomber training continued this week, and I once again express my thanks to the Apostles -- Kryo Recreant and Nohime Runner. I also give thanks to Kryo for hosting a bit of a dogfight session this week. Routine will continue as normal in the coming week, as we explore the rest of the training queue and tie up loose ends. In addition, more dogfight exercises will be hosted if conditions are ideal. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Demar.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Next?

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: . . *coughTerra*?

Terra [ Plus Individual Units ]

[18:06] Arokh Takakura shrugs.

[18:06] Zrazor Rozenstrauch raises hand.

[18:06] FireFox Breed is working on it because he just noticed his CO is not here.

[18:06] Karlhockey Forte: Queue FireFox scrambling because of lestat not being here.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Oh. I see. Do any other units wish to report while Firefox compiles?

[18:07] Keller Teichmann raises his hand for Invic. :B

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Teichmann.

[18:08] Keller Teichmann: Another quiet week on my own part (lol Finals), but the squad itself continued to help out in numerous raids and defenses of the sim. With school out of the way, the next week shall be a busy one for Invictus. (I suck at writing long detailed reports.)

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Mr. Rozenstrauch?

[18:08] Zrazor Rozenstrauch: Mk.14 PDW is finished with scripts and animations, and will be released next week to Insidiae pending some tweaks to the texturing. Other gear development is progressing smoothly. Beyond that, activity has been low, likely due to finals season being in place for a lot of people. The squad still has one slot left open and interested parties are invited to shoot me an IM.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Outstanding. Mr. Perun?

[18:08] Typhon Perun raise a hand

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia is omnipresent.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: (Heard on Ventrilo.)

[18:09] Typhon Perun: Cohors C has had some activity, had one PRF and one Transfer request to B put in recently, and some did express interest in learning more on the recent changes before considerign a B cohors, that is all I have to say sir.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Ooo, goody. Thank you.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Breed?

[18:11] FireFox Breed: As for Terra command. We have several thongs on the plate to be done over the following weeks. Promotions and several changes to the chain of command are the most noteworthy. So please do not be supprised of you see some notices in the near future about thoes topics.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Freudian slip.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Very nice. Thank you there.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia .. snerks.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: .. moving on.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on—any old business to cover this evening?

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Dandy. Moving right along, then.

Keynote Topics

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: All right. On to the keynote discussion for the evening. There are several topics to address before I open the floor.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: As mentioned over the last couple of weeks, April was an incredibly busy and important month for me. The last of my major assignments for class were completed yesterday—only a few simple tasks remain. In essence, I am done with the semester and will be graduating this month. What this means is . . . well, a few things.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, this summer I will not be taking any other courses—probability is I will hold off until next standard semester before going on for my graduate program. As such, I will have a lot more time this summer to focus on projects and Ordo business in general. This will be the first time in four years that I actually have extra time over the summer (yay).

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: For the next week or so I will largely be playing catch up. I have something along the lines of a heap of notecards awaiting my attention. After which, several major judicial and internal matters also require my ruling on.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: However, thereafter my availability will be fairly high and I will be putting that effort toward internal development and . . other Ordo related mischief.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: I do ask some understanding as I adjust over the next couple of days. It will take some time to carve through the current topics awaiting my attention.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Questions before we move on?

[18:18] Mark Karlfeldt: How'd your thesis go?

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: I . . think it went outstanding, thank you!

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on, then.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Starting today, Disembodied Hand has signed on and contracted with us as a dedicated builder. As mentioned some week ago, he will be working hard on the construction of multiple attire based projects.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: I have prepared a rough schedule of his assignments for month to month. For your viewing pleasure:

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: I. High command combat dress attire. [Complete]

II. Combat battle dress uniform. [in progress] - soon!

III. Dress uniform (redo). - May

IV. Dress trench coats (redo). - May

V. Miscellaneous: “Backpacks/Packs” - May

-- Va. Gravity Pack (Movement Enhancer / Dive Roller)

-- Vb. Artillery Pack (Mortar)

-- Vc. Engineering Pack

-- Vd. Others?

VI. Flight suit. - May

VII. Main battle armor. - May

-- VIIa. Variant: Invictus. - June

-- VIIb. Variant: Antesignani - June

-- VIIc. Variant: Insidiae - June

-- VIId. Variant: Praetorians - June

-- VIIe. Variant: Aryte’s armor. - June

VIII. Heavy armor / power armor. - .. maybe June?

[18:21] Heavy666 Bolden: Heavy Armor?

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia reminds about the hand raising thing.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: After this list, it’ll become more of a topic of . . . well, whatever we need built. If ideas arise that would best be put into Disembodied’s work list, feel free to notify me. Otherwise, keep in mind we have a host of very talented individuals who are available to work on Ordo materials in the meantime. Disembodied’s specialty is attire.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:22] Kraton Foxtrot raises a hand.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Foxtrot?

[18:23] Kraton Foxtrot: does this mean we can expect to see you in many more awesome attire? :P

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: . . hahaha. Yes. Well.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Everyone.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia coughsHEAVY?

[18:25] Arokh Takakura raises a claw.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Takakura?

[18:25] Arokh Takakura: Heavy armour?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Ah, why I am glad you asked.

[18:25] Endra Ashbourne: (rofl)

[18:25] Arokh Takakura: = Arokh Armour?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Well . . maybe.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Antesignan's armor is intended to be a variant that is heavy within itself. The "heavy armor/power armor" slot will be intended to be bulky sort of . . well, power armor. Light mech. Sorta.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Indeed!

[18:26] Arokh Takakura: Thankyou Sir.

[18:26] Arokh Takakura: ...:D

[18:26] Arokh Takakura: That is all.

[18:26] Steeltael Lykin raises paw

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Welcome.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lykin?

[18:27] Steeltael Lykin: Are We talking something along the lines. or spirit..of the Power Loader, or MJOLNIR..or something inbetween in effect?

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: I haven't the foggiest idea as to what any of those are.

[18:27] Steeltael Lykin: The Power Loader Sir, was the mecha thing Sigourney Weaver used to fight with in Aliens

[18:27] Arokh Takakura: Like the mech from district 9.

[18:28] Steeltael Lykin: MJOLIR is the aror the Spartan;s use in Halo

[18:28] Steeltael Lykin: armor.

[18:28] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand

[18:28] Blaze Wiles raises her hand

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: . . okay, let me put it into the terms that most people here will understand:

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: If our standard armor was "Space Marine" armor. Our heavy armor would be "Terminator" armor.

[18:29] Kraton Foxtrot: : D

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Warhammer being the great equalizer in explanation.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

[18:30] Corsi Mousehold: I noticed there was not a schedule for an Astra Flight Suit. Since fewer attachments on a person makes for a faster sim crossing, is that going to be on the list?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: That is on the list.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Wiles?

[18:31] Blaze Wiles: Will the specific units who are getting these sets of armour be consulted beforehand, or how would be go about submitting ideas

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Well, yes. Some input will be afforded, but it isn't going to be a fashion war. Ultimately it'll come down to fitting a modular appearance to the universal armor and be subject to my whim as to what I think looks "hip" and "down with it."

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:34] Kraton Foxtrot: With your sense of style there's no doubt it'll all be very fitting.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Haha, thanks.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on!

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Now, as part of my plans this summer I will be putting time into the lingering projects—such as the additional merits and honor titles—before moving on to other areas. There are a fair amount of projects in the pipeline that we still plan to undertake, both structurally and physically on the region.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, there is a necessity to expand and fill the vacancies in some of our administrative departments. Failing that, some additional appointments will be made for special services—whether attached to the IEA or my office specifically. It is a prime opportunity for NCO and borderline NCOs to get involved. For example, one of the positions I may found will be responsible for departmental accuracy—pining through existing documentation to ensure compliancy with our present standards.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Furthermore, as some of you have noticed, we are making some changes to our region build. The overall design will remain the same; however we are adding some war damage throughout the battle areas. In addition to which, it is planned that trench lines and more cover on either side of the battlelines will be added.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Based upon the forum poll, it does appear that there is solid interest in seeing the addition of sim objectives. I will see what we can come up with. And finally, we will be exploring single-sim combat maneuvers in the future. I am considering it a test opportunity to wager (from group perspective) whether or not we enjoy dual or single sim combat more. Binding decisions will be made based upon that in the future.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:39] Tsume Xiao raises hand

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Xiao.

[18:40] Tsume Xiao: It may sound odd, but will we be asking input from our enemies and allies with whom we are on amiciable terms with? I know somepeople would like to do combat with Ordo more, but cant stand the 2-sim combat, or the sim design.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: I am aware of whom. They were approached about the matter.

[18:41] Tsume Xiao: Obviously they would have less influence than Ordo members, but maybe not telling them to fuck off and deal with it.

[18:41] Tsume Xiao: Um... I was actually not .. I kinda made up an example of a comment >.>

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Haha, well they do exist.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Next question?

[18:43] Ethan Schuman raises his hand.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Schuman?

[18:43] Ethan Schuman: If we do decide to revert to a single sim combat design, what will we do with Chronus?

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Unaware at this time.

[18:44] Azoth Zsun: \o

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Zsun?

[18:45] Azoth Zsun: If we revert to a single sim, what are we to do with our numbers? a standard day has almost 20-30 people in titan at any time. that seriously reduces the numbers of enemys possible doesnt it?

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: No, I doubt it'd be a problem. Our sim cap is . . 70, per my choice. I mean, sure, enemy couldn't hit us with 50 people if there were 50 of us here.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: But . . well. That never happens anyways.

[18:47] Azoth Zsun: okay, thank you =3

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, then. Moving on.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who have been about for a significant time period know it is essentially status quo that any break period is met with the development of some sort of major operation. We will be founding one and creating combat missions stationed around that operation in the near future. The operation parameters are not yet determined, but it will include prolonged deployments and major battle assignments.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: As a sidenote, for those of you nearing or at your 1 yr veterancy -- please notify me. Do not let your anniversay pass unnoticed!

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand the last thing from me: a sincere congratulations, again, to the invidiuals who achieved appointment into the Praetorians:

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Ron Bleac, Zrazor Rozenstrauch, Kristian Kit, Keller Teichmann, Zerowinged Vasiliev, and Souldbinder Wolfstein.

[18:51] Kytec Switchblade: Congratulations everyone!

[18:51] Steeltael Lykin applauds.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia approves of applauding.

[18:51] Arokh Takakura claps, gently.

[18:51] Genostrike Sautereau Apllauds

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia won't kick you out of the meeting.

[18:52] Kytec Switchblade: Now the Imperator needs his coffee, aprons will be available in the maintenance closet.

[18:52] Exterminatus Footman golf claps.

[18:52] Maverick Garfield appluads

[18:52] Kryo Recreant gives a raucous cheer in that case.

[18:52] Mark Karlfeldt: Ron and Zerowinged and Keller will continue being the subject of my ridicule regardless of rank

[18:52] Huttser Ishelwood applauds

[18:52] Exterminatus Footman: Zerowinged audibly squealed when he got the news.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: And thank you to all of the Guard who participated in the induction processes.

Open Discussion

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Open floor. Topics?

[18:52] Endra Ashbourne raises foot.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Ashourne?

[18:53] Endra Ashbourne: Anyone that currently teaches Schola/Armatura, has an interest in teaching in any of the IEA branches, or just anyone with an opinion on it in general should check out (and vote on!)the thread that Zero made on possible routes for staffing Schola/Armatura/Ludi. http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7891-iea-staffing-ideas/. Basically, with the Imperial Ludi on the horizon, we either need to recruit a good deal more magisters, or recruit a few less and train magisters to be able to eventually teach all 3 divisions.

[18:53] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:53] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you!

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

[18:56] Corsi Mousehold: I wanted to bring up the topic of Ordo personnel home points. I have seen a great deal of people with their home points set all around the inside of the base. Though the chance may be slim, we already comment unfavorably to home points that are set in improper locations like hallways and the basement. Other militaries have a specific set point to have as their homepoint.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Oh roight.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Hm.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: I'll make a ruling on that.

[18:57] Corsi Mousehold: Having a set point will help medic teleporting with falling comrades all being together to pull forward.

[18:58] Typhon Perun holds up a hand.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Perun

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: ?

[18:59] Typhon Perun: On a related note to Mrs Mousehold, I have noted several of the newer Numerii using the hug teleporter or the teleport pad in the armory to get back to the front during a defense operation. I have attempted to correct this, but I think a reminder about proper TP in combat while on defense might be in order.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: No problem.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Hm. .

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Tentatively. Let's say the armory.

[19:00] Kraton Foxtrot: As a homepoint, sir?

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Aye.

[19:00] Kraton Foxtrot: Awesome. then I don't need to move mine :P

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: I know I am going to regret this when I am standing in there editing things.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: But let's say the armory. I'll finalize that later.

[19:01] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Iredell?

[19:01] Jayce Iredell: Isn't the armory a bit easy to access, on the main floor, only need to breach through one shieldeed door...

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: And?

[19:02] Jayce Iredell: We coiuld get camped. :/ (Hahahahaha, pfft right.)

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Well, that's a risk. But.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[19:03] Kraton Foxtrot: Has anyone attacking ever even made it that far/

[19:03] Maza Rau raises hand.

[19:03] Kraton Foxtrot: ?*

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Aye. We do during team training.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Lol.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Rau?

[19:03] Maza Rau: If anyone knows how to make viewer 2.0 work good would you please IM me? D:

[19:03] Kraton Foxtrot: oh. on our end. *nod*

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Any final topics?

[19:04] Mark Karlfeldt raises hand.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Karlfeldt?

[19:04] Mark Karlfeldt: I actually have a rather serious topic to bring up.

[19:06] Steeltael Lykin raises paw

[19:07] Mark Karlfeldt: Myself and others within Ordo have noticed a bit of a trend among certain members to have quite genuine emotions riding upon actions and decisions made within the Ordo. Some people I have observed even become deeply depressed when things don't go their way within the Ordo. I'm not asking for some kind of a solution, and I know there are people within Curia who deal with such things, but I think it's a good reminder to people that in the end, something going wrong in Ordo isn't the end of the world, it is, after all, mostly a game.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Certainly. And there are variance to that sentiment. Largely, there isn't anything wrong with someone taking their position and the decisions made as serious. But, certainly, I would concur that a positive attitude be kept. Althought I wouldn't so much say it as a matter of 'well, it's a game,' but more of 'sky is the limit, don't let a speed bump get to you.'

[19:10] Kraton Foxtrot: Here, here,

[19:10] Kraton Foxtrot: .*

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: I have a general idea as to what you speak about and I appreciate you bringing it up.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Furthermore, I do note . . yes, there are people who specifically are interested in being there to deal with matters akin to that. But beyond that, feel free to give me a nudge if you're lost.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Rough spots-- whether here or elsewhere, are bound to occur. The important piece is how you handle it, not that it occured.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand last topic. Mr. Lykin?

[19:13] Steeltael Lykin: More of a inquiry sir, Before asking this question I reviewed the offical handbook to see if the answer was there. But it was not. the question Sir, is.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Shoot.

[19:13] Steeltael Lykin: Is it permissable to wear your issued uniform at your own private home if you have one? For example. I've been TPing home. and immediately removing the uniform and title recently.

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: .. . well. That would be a matter of discretion. If you're teleporting home to hang out for a moment: not exactly a "omg must take off!"

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: But if you plan on just sitting there for a few hours shooting the shit with your friends. Yeah. Take it off. It's duty wear.

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Good question!

Meeting Closer

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Annnnnd on that note. Two final closing comments.

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: First: raid after meeting. Stick around on map if you want blood. I would like a big team!

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly: promotions and PRFs will be posted by tomorrow. Feel free to send additional stuff in before midnight.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you all for a good meeting.

[.577 Tyrannosaur]

I have never seen a more forceful recoil out of any carried rifle. That is a BEAST.

[Why I Fight]

I fight to kill. Brotherhood is a part of it, but I come to destroy enemies of the Imperator.

[OIC and SOG behaviour and Vent/Comms]

If a hostile is already marked as hostile in Mercury, then it would be correct to invite them up to the base /only/ after they have contacted someone, when their request reaches the OIC, and when the OIC approves, and nowhere before. Hostiles come to kill, not be friendly with us.

[Ordo Meeting - 17APR10]

~ORDO IMPERIALIS~

OFFICIAL DOCUMENT

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | O-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 17 April 2010

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SUBJECT: General discussion

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SUMMARY: Group-wide gathering for presenting issues, developments.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia shouts: Good evening everyone.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia shouts: Before we begin, I wish to remind everyone to hold questions or comments until provided the opportunity to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering. When provided the chance to speak, be sure to shout your messages. Our recorder is centralized, so she may not hear it otherwise.

Imperator’s Report

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: To begin, weekly statistics:

> Members: 293

> Cadets: 11

> Applications:

- New: 12

- Accepted: 1

- Denied: 11

> Combat:

- Offensives: 11

- Defensives: 112

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week have been fairly dry. The situation abroad is quiet, overall. A noticeable slowdown has begun—albeit a common one around the “finals” period for the school semester. By no exact science, it is probable that this will last for a couple of weeks, with a pick-up starting early May. There are a couple of notes to be made, however:

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: First off; the Sturm Korps is closed . . . again. Maks Vendetta was essentially deposed. With him, a small echelon of SK left. There are no indications as to when they will re-open, or who will assume stable control of the organization. This puts the TAC back at a manpower shortage, a continuance from last week.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: The Merczateers are still closed as rebuilding continues. The region was slated to be completed this week, but, no mention has been made to finality.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: The Exilion Enclave has submitted formal desire to be considered an allied party to the Ordo. Currently, the EE is maintaining a neutral/friendly status. The Ordo administratio will examine the topic of alliance in detail tomorrow.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Aaaand, SLAD moving to a new sim.

Divisional Reports

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: > Unit reports this evening?

[18:05] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov.

Terra

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: Another good week for Terra. We saw several vacant slots in the alpha squads and Cohors leadership get filled as well as some progress in development. Combat has been frequent per the norm with some amazing victories, including a CS aid which I personally participated in. I have a few general notices for Schola personell and new members of Terra.

[18:05] Lestat Umarov shouts: For Magisters; When a new member graduates and picks a division be sure that they contact their division CO right away. That means have them IM either myself or Sosarin. I like to speak with each new member and when I'm not informed of any new enlistees some get lost in transition.

[18:06] Lestat Umarov shouts: And for new members; If your magister didn't have you IM your CO, be sure to contact myself or Sosarin as soon as possible. We have an open door policy and have no problem with adressing concerns or just chatting.

[18:06] Lestat Umarov shouts: Now, onto unit reports.

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Keller for Invictus: "Invictus had a solid, active week, starting off by beating SLAD and capturing their own base (and blowing up nearly everything that wasn't bolted down), and then by leading the charge into 2142's new sim. One more vacancy has been filled, leaving us with two positions left to fill."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "Ok, so, we have one opening in the squad. Discussing concepts and we got our tanks finally. Training on the tanks expected in the near future for peeps in Antesignani, once we are firmiliarization-ness'ed and we have a standard for training some should be able to assist with the earlier noted public tank training at this time. End report."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "Light week activity-wise. Material development seems to be speeding up a bit, with the release of the SMG and crossbow imminent. A minor hiccup occured regarding squad leadership during the week but that was resolved rather quickly. Not much to note beyond that."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been great with events/activities underway and congrats to those leads who ran everything. Fewer PRFs than expected but next week should turn out a little nicer. BIII Century lead to be appointed this weekend if not before this post, please congradulate who ever may land the fun new position in Cohors B!"

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From myself for the Adiutor staff: "This coming week the finalization of the Adiutor staff doctrine should be completed. I just have a few areas to work out in terms of point values for grading and board proceedings and it should be good to go. The combat phase doesn't require a lot of in depth work seeing as I'll be borrowing some concepts from existing training events."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional; repors may be givn at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Umarov. Next?

[18:08] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar.

Astra

[18:08] Sosarin Demar shouts: Combat participation has been nominal, although activity levels have dipped a bit. However, with the summer season on the horizon things will likely pick right back up. Special thanks to Crash Silverfall for hosting an event this week. He plans on hosting more events in the future. Training queue made some progress, as Genostrike Sautereau completed his flight training. Congratulations. There are still some individuals in the training queue for next week. Finally, I extend my thanks to all flight leaders for submitting satisfactory unit reports for this week. Good job! I really mean it. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Demar. Any other units wishing to report this evening?

[18:09] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak.

Praetorian Guard

[18:11] Agares Tretiak: Thank you, sir. The Praetorian Guard Candidacy Trials are finally moving forward again. I'd like to thank everyone for thier patience, for the numerous and unexpected delays. We should wrap up all interviews by next Saturday, if not earlier. We may need almost a week to then discuss the merits of each finalist, before we submit a list of the Guard's reommendations to you, my lord.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: I appreciate it, thank you Mr. Tretiak.

[18:11] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Any further reports to be submitted this evening?

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold.

Tactica

[18:12] Corsi Mousehold shouts: For Tactica (in the words of Trevor Russell, who is eating food at the moment): Many of you may have noticed that Tactica has fallen off the map. This is entirely my fault, but it will be remedied. For those of you new who don't know, Tacitca is a small division in Ordo, part of the Senatus, which is in charge of formulating tactics and strategy. In the past, we have operated under the notion that each scout is responsible for one target, and writes a report on that target.

[18:12] Corsi Mousehold shouts: HOWEVER, this is 2010, and sadly the trend for militaries is for constant rebuilding! Time has shown that having one scout per target is simply too much work, leading to, more often than not, reports becoming out of date. NO MORE! The new Tactica will have teams, three specifically. Each for our top targets: Cthonic Syndicate, Sturm Korps, and 2142. Each team will have a leader, and 3-4 additional members, who will work together to produce comprehensive and up-to-date documentation on our enemies.

[18:12] Corsi Mousehold shouts: What does this mean for you? Well, I have eliminated some inactive fluff to the group, and will be needing new members. Anyone interested can contact me, via IM, and I will put your name down as "interested" for recruitment, which will begin on the 1st of May

[18:13] Corsi Mousehold: This concludes the report for Tactica.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Ms. Mousehold (and Trevor by proxy).

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Any final reports?

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, thank you. Moving right along. Any old business to bring up for this meeting?

Old Business

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: I will take that as a no.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: On to my part, then.

Keynote Topics

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Several important topics to bring up, so let's get right to it. Foremost:

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Many of you may be familiar with the name “Disembodied Hand;” the gentleman responsible for creating our dress uniforms and the individual currently working on officer combat garb and combat BDUs.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: After a period of negotiations, it appears that Mr. Hand is . . . well, 99.9% likely to be contracting near-exclusively with the Ordo Imperialis beginning May 1st. He and I have worked out specifics, and, my offer provided the most opportunity for growth for his personal portfolio and business. Although devoting a significant portion of his time working for the Ordo, he will also be utilizing Ordo territory (Malleus) as a merchant hub for his own ventures.

[18:17] [Ordo] Handheld Radio 1.0 (Stomach): (Teron Gray) ...bloody hell

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: To begin, please be certain to treat Mr. Hand amicably: he is essentially Munitorum now under contract standards. Although, unlike most Munitorum personnel, he will work directly through me on assignments—as such, do not bug ‘em.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: As part of his assignments, he will be working fairly continuously on attire and other miscellaneous additions to the Ordo. Initial projects will be dictated per my whim. Currently, he is completing the officer combat garb, and then he will move on to the BDUS. After which, I intend to task him to revising current Ordo dress attire, redoing them in the same style, but in his new, more photorealistic / impressive style. This will include new trench coats to match.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: After the aforementioned, I intend to open the door to the creation of new combat armor(s). Mr. Hand has noted he is incredibly interested in making armor . . . so I certainly won’t restrict him.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: This will include the creation of new main battle armor and then variants for the individual units—Guard, Terra Cohors A factions, Astra, etc. There is no specific time scale to it. However, he will be devoting about half the work week (20hrs) to Ordo specific projects, whereas the other half will be spent working on his store.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Financing for his services will be paid from my own pocket, however there is a possibility that Mr. Hand will be joining and giving some of his services to creating for Titan. At which time, revenue generated by that would go toward his fee.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Furthermore, although unnecessary, I will give priority to internal requests within the Ordo that are willing to assist in paying for the time spent. That’s not to say . . . for example, if unit A wants something and doesn’t have the capability to assist in paying, unit A will never get it. It does mean, however, if unit A doesn’t have the capability, but unit B does, unit B will get priority in exchange for gratitude in assisting in alleviating some of the expenses.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: As a side note: in general, if anyone is interested in providing any sort of backing or donation, they’re always accepted and appreciated—be sure to send it to ‘Ruin Nefarious,’ and not ‘Aryte Vesperia.’ Gifts made to Aryte only serve to confuse me, as it drops into the Titan pool of funding. This has happened in the past. And . . well, although I still appreciate it, trying to figure out where the money came from is not entertaining. Any gift made to Ruin is utilized for Ordo related items or expenses and not for coffee, I promise.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions on that?

[18:24] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak.

[18:25] Agares Tretiak: Will there be a list and progress reports made in the Munitorum forum, or will he not be asked to conform to that?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: He is probably willing to do that. If not, I can myself.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: To note: over the last three days he's nearly completed the officer combat attire. Texturing ongoing this evening. It's beautiful.

[18:26] Agares Tretiak: Ok! One other question.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Aye?

[18:27] Agares Tretiak: And...kinda a statement, too. Does he have anyone lined up to help build his shops? If not, I'd be happy and willing to lend my hand and work with him to design what ever space he'd like.

[18:28] Agares Tretiak: (For free, too)

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Oh! I'll ask him. I am not sure.

[18:28] Agares Tretiak: Ok!

[18:28] Agares Tretiak: Thank you sir.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Any other questions?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Next:

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: To note, we have (thank you Firefox) made the last necessary additions to the minimum requirement system area. You may now submit your letters and so forth. As for meeting instances—such as the requirement to “speak with your direct commander about areas of improvement, etc” those will be handled as counseling statements. Unit leads: all you have to do is submit a counseling statement on the database referencing the conversation and what the outcome was.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: For any unit lead particularly confused as to what exactly is expected, simply nudge me. I will be happy to explain the intent of these meeting requirements and the thoughts behind them. For anyone who has already submitted exams and so forth—I won’t be super strict or expect you to go back and fulfill the meeting/letter related requirements. However, I would highly recommend going in and doing them! They are not only helpful individually, but for the group (and me).

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: For anyone who sent me a notecard version of their letter: please submit it again on the system so I can mark it in your profile.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions there?

[18:31] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his mutated paw with thumbs thing

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Yes, Mr. Kaventipovic?

[18:32] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic shouts: Is this up and running right this moment sir?

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: It is.

[18:32] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Sweeeeeeeeet

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent. Next:

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: As noted on the forums, I have been fishing for a time to hold an EU related meet/greet and provide members of our group to really spend some time and speak to me during their prime time. I will be scheduling this, as suggested through poll, next Saturday (the 24th) in the morning . . . at: 11 AM.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions with that?

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, moving on?

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on, says I.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: As we make changes to the ranking tree (no W ranks, added E-8 a couple weeks back), we also are revising the emblems utilized. We have had a few propositions. I’d like to take a moment to share them with you all and get your general votes of opinion.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Option A! http://top.burningfiles.com/gallery2/d/5066-1/ordoranks2010.png

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Option B (link dead, look in front of me):

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: I'll give you all a few moments to mull.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Oh hell.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: E-1 vanished.

[18:37] zanndor Aeon: Hi5!

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: There.

[18:38] Zerowinged Vasiliev: Comment, if I may.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Shoot.

[18:38] Arokh Takakura: Mm, Option A is more suited to the theme of Ordo. B is a little too.. Colourful and flamboyant.

[18:39] Karlhockey Forte: I am going to say the reverse to that, B for my choice.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Hold those comments.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Let Zero think. We'll take "votes" soon.

[18:39] Arokh Takakura: We have a very conservative Uniform, battle or Formal. Perhaps on the formals, yes, we could have B, but A for the armour.

[18:39] Zerowinged Vasiliev shouts: Are we looking to go into a more roman-esk ranking system [as shown before us now] or something that would, I use this next word very lightly, transcend to our current theme?

[18:39] Arokh Takakura silences.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: That's for you all to decide, Zerowinged.

[18:40] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Errm... Option A Reminds me of a Astra kind of ranking and the Option B makes me think it was ment to be moar flashie

[18:40] Zerowinged Vasiliev: I prefer ranking system one. [A]

[18:40] zanndor Aeon: ^

[18:40] Zerowinged Vasiliev: Fits the theme more.

[18:40] Vinnie Lei raises hand hand politely

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lei?

[18:41] Vinnie Lei: While Option A looks very clean and cool professional, it does look harder to keep a lot of the ranks seperated. it's much easier and quicker to id what rank some dude might have.. and that's the whole meaning of them things aren;t they?

[18:41] Lestat Umarov: Why do we have to use stripes?

[18:41] Lestat Umarov: Everyone does

[18:41] Tsume Xiao Raises hand paw thing

[18:42] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: That argument was made in the officer forums. "Too hard to dictate which is which." I may or may not agree, but.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Tsume?

[18:42] Bargo Tomsen raises hand

[18:42] Blaze Wiles raises hand

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Hold after Blaze. So I don't get lost.

[18:45] Tsume Xiao: I personally think that both options could be improved. Option B is kinda odd with colors and swords and seems a bit cartoony, where as Option A is more uniform, and military and and stuff. That said, Option A is a bit dizzying, and Perhaps change the color and work for the different numbers (Like our current ones). That said, rank should be fairly well known by your fello members, sooo. I am, however, obligated to offer this example: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israel_Defense_Forces_ranks

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on. Jayce.

[18:46] Lestat Umarov: They look like air force ranks :|

[18:46] Jayce Iredell: haha

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Jayce Umarov.

[18:46] Lestat Umarov: Chair force rather

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Could we have Jayce Iredell talk now?

[18:46] Jayce Iredell: I was going to say could always use batons and flowers like they do in Canada.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia sigh.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Anyone want to recommend England's ranks next?

[18:46] Lestat Umarov: You speaking rights are revoked jayce :c

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tomsen?

[18:47] Typhon Perun raises a paw

[18:48] Tiridates Mikadze raises his hand.

[18:48] Bargo Tomsen: Sir, To me, both A & B are difficult to distinguish. Option A, is very visually dizzy, and hard to tell apart. Option B, While interesting, I question using Stars as the rank base on Officers, in most militaries, a Single star is used for the rank of General.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia nods.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Wiles?

[18:50] Blaze Wiles: As I've probably said before, set A if I look at them they start playing visual tricks on me, and the way some of the stripes ar set out on them makes cirtan ranks like O-2 and E-5 look, unballanced would be the best way of putting it, Set B is far more flamboyant than we're used to but it is unique, no one else has ranks named as we do, I think it is fitting that our rank insignia is as unique, and I like the nod to our roman inspiration. though my only concirn, that I've though of recently is how ween E1 though E-3 and O-1 will show up on a backing of gun metal armour.

[18:50] Lestat Umarov: http://www.157arw.ang.af.mil/shared/media/ggallery/webgraphic/AFG-060805-002.jpg

[18:50] Steeltael Lykin raises his paw.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Right that. Thank you. Last two comments will be Typhon and Steetael. Typhon?

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: oh. Tiri too.

[18:52] Typhon Perun: Sir, my vote is on B, as it's although it's a bit... colorful with the E-4 to E-8 ranks, it is more obvious to tell the ranks apart. Although I would like it better if it worked in a cadet rank symbol in to it. To me leavig them out of the ranking system, while understandable as there not offically in ORdo while a cadet, is not all a good idea. It would be nice to see a rank symbol worked in for the cadets so they feel more like there part of Ordo then just in Schola, as they did work hard to at least get in.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Thank ya'. Tiri?

[18:54] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his hand to give his vote :o?

[18:55] Tiridates Mikadze: I just wish to say that neither design is absolute at this point, and that both are currently concepts. I am in great favor of the Roman Iconography, in great part because of our thematic homage to Rome. But I am certain that further refinement will be done on both ideas.

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Anything else to add, Tiri?

[18:55] zanndor Aeon raises hand

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Last comment, Steeltael?

[18:56] Steeltael Lykin: Sir, I feel that if there were to be no debate, or changes made to either ranking insignia, That I favor B, It is more instantly recognizable. It also fit's the theme of Ordo Imperialis better with it's very Roman motiff. I feel that one of the thing's forgotton may be, That the insignia are designed to add "flavor" to our organizations, otherwise it would be very simple to just stick a E-1 or a O-5 in red letters on a big circle. I don't think showing some of the groups heritage so to speak, is a bad thing. That is all Sir.

[18:56] zanndor Aeon puts hand down.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Thank ya'

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: .

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Let's go ahead and take a rough show of support for either.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: All in favor of option A, say aye now.

[18:57] Intus Infinity: Aye

[18:57] Arokh Takakura: I vote Option A.

[18:57] Azoth Zsun: aye

[18:57] Arokh Takakura: Aye.

[18:57] Crash Silverfall: Aye

[18:57] Maverick Garfield: Aye

[18:57] Tsume Xiao: AYE

[18:57] WolfShaman Warrior: aye

[18:58] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Aye

[18:58] Arokh Takakura: And my aze

[18:58] Arokh Takakura: axe*

[18:58] shippo Coba: aye

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Last call for option A.

[18:58] Sakura Fairlady: aye

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: <- Aye.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: All in favor of option B, say aye now.

[18:59] Bargo Tomsen: Aye

[18:59] Corsi Mousehold: Aye

[18:59] Heather McKay: Aye

[18:59] Vinnie Lei shouts: Aye

[18:59] Johann Wilberg shouts: Aye.

[18:59] Sosarin Demar shouts: Aye

[18:59] Steeltael Lykin: Aye

[18:59] Tiridates Mikadze: Aye

[18:59] Blaze Wiles: Aye

[18:59] Lestat Umarov: Aye

[18:59] Agares Tretiak: Aye

[18:59] Exterminatus Footman: Aye

[18:59] Bizcut Vanbrugh: aye

[18:59] BurrWolf Qin: Aye

[18:59] Trevor Russell: aye

[18:59] Typhon Perun: Aye

[18:59] Drasamax Python: Aye

[18:59] Intus Infinity slowly facepalms. -.-

[18:59] Arokh Takakura: ...>:d

[18:59] zanndor Aeon: Does the same

[18:59] Dascede Aluveaux: Aye

[18:59] Arokh Takakura retches.

[18:59] Arokh Takakura: \o/

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: WELL IT'S A GOOD THING I'M WORTH 90 VOTES.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: I'm kidding. Thank you all for your input.

[18:59] zanndor Aeon: <--- A

[19:00] Lupus Mielziner: i dun like both ....

[19:00] Johann Wilberg: xD

[19:00] Lestat Umarov: I think both are kinda eh

[19:00] Arokh Takakura: :C

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: All right, topic over. Shush!

[19:00] zanndor Aeon: I think we should hold it again when we – k

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Last comment from me this evening:

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: As summer nears, I am starting to assign major tasks for my . . well, focus. I've determined that in May I will focus on the internal development and strengthening of Titan Industries. TI, for those of you unaware, is essentially an arm of the Ordo-- it's our financial back-end, with 90% of its members being Ordo (current or former).

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: During May, I will be placing a lot of emphasis on reorganizing and reassessing Titan's market shares, ensuring continual stability and growth in revenue.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: The opportunity will be provided at that time for any additional Ordo members to get involved in Titan related activities.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions?

[19:03] Trevor Russell raises hand

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Russell?

[19:04] Trevor Russell: Will GA be more active?

[19:04] Lestat Umarov: Isn't that a bad thing?

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: GA being Titan's "General Affairs" division, responsible for content security and control of Titan related assets.

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: I'm not particularly sure in what way they could be . . more active. They are largely reactive.

[19:06] Trevor Russell: My main thought was...we get content theft all the time, but I can't really say I've ever done...anything in GA.

[19:06] Tiridates Mikadze: Corporate espionage. We need breathing room. Annex the weak D:<

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov has distributed case work and returned summary reports on any event I've handed to him regarding the GA. So I'm not sure if that's simply a matter of . . not being here at the right time.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

Open Discussion

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Open floor, then. Topics?

[19:08] Crash Silverfall raises hand.

[19:08] Steeltael Lykin raises hand

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Silverfall?

[19:09] Crash Silverfall: Can i ask a question again about the ranks?

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: No.

[19:09] Crash Silverfall: Ok

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lykin?

[19:10] Steeltael Lykin: Sir, My regard is in the training and development sectors. I've had a little difficulty completeing Armatura, particuarly because Phase 3 requires closing the Sim. I'm wondering if their may be a alternate lesson plan or what not, that could be concived besides closing the sim down?

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Odd. That is not actually required. It is recommended that the region is closed to spare interruption. If that is the standard, to not hold it unless sim can be closed, that is in error.

[19:12] Steeltael Lykin raises hand

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead.

[19:13] Steeltael Lykin: Yes Sir, I had been informed. I am not sure by who that Aramtura Phase 3 did indeed require the closing of the SIM, I appreciate the clarification on this issue. and would hope that it would be made common knowledge to our excellent instructors that a estate rights holder isnt required to be present

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: I will take care of that. Thank you for bringing it up.

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Any last topics?

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: All right then, very good.

Promotions

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions/mertis/prfs will be posted by Sunday night. Apologies for delay. Feel free to send any additional in by midnight tonight.

Meeting Closer

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Raid will be hosted this evening after the meeting. Those wishing to attend merely need to stay on map. Plenty of fight to be had.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: On that note. Thank you for the good meeting.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: You are dismissed. Have a good night, if you're running off.

[19:16] Typhon Perun salutes, "Saraiva ao Imperator, bebê."

[19:17] Corsi Mousehold salutes! "FOR THE GLORY OF THE IMPERATOR!"

[19:17] Intus Infinity presents a salute.

[19:17] Crash Silverfall salutes.

[19:17] Aryte Vesperia: Otherwise: raid soon.

[19:17] Johann Wilberg salutes. "Þo ansjus miþ unsis sind!" "

[19:17] Maverick Garfield salutes!

[19:17] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | O-1; Triplicarius

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DATE: 10 April 2010

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SUBJECT: General discussion

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SUMMARY: Diplomacy, developments, promotions

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia shouts: Good evening everyone. Before we get started, I wish to remind everyone to hold questions or comments until provided the opportunity to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering.

[17:59] Lestat Umarov: Quiet.

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia: It is important that we stay focused and on task, otherwise the meeting will end up stretching late. When you are provided the opportunity to speak, it is important that you /shout/ your question or comment—the same goes for those of you providing reports and so forth. Our recorder is centralized, so she may not hear you if you do not shout.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: To begin, let's touch on this week's statistics.

Imperator’s Report

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Members: 295

Cadets: 15

Apps:

New: 15

Denied: 8

Approved: 7 (Cyphre must be sleeping on the job.)

Review: 3

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Offensives: 10 registered

Defense: 134 pings

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week:

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Blood Fist entered a request that the Ordo and BF return to more amicable standards. A member of the BF command welcomed us to continue deploying raids against them. I entered a statement that the issue was more of related to Carlla, than BF itself. As such, BF is considering hosting Ordo for pre-planned battles, in which the head of BF will observe and supersede Carlla's authority.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: TAC at large remains fairly quiet. As a side note, 2142 has opened with their new sim build. Per request, we will be avoiding combat with them for a few more days, to allow them to acquaint and deal with large amounts of lone-wolf assaults.

Divisional Reports

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Unit reports?

[18:05] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:05] Lestat Umarov shouts: Also, get off voice.

[18:05] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:06] Lestat Umarov shouts: Another good week for Terra. Several training events were held among the squads and we have a few new members. Combat has been frequent per the norm, altho several groups are doing sim rebuilds so big attacks may be a bit on the light side. The BIII command slot is still open, but I plan on filling it this weekend. Those interested in applying should do so now before you miss your chance. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:06] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Keller for Invictus: "...The usual, yet again. Continued, highly successful performance on raids, and a high level of activity. Recruitment is still under way to fill in some vacancies in our roster."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov shouts: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "The squad is now welcoming it's newest addition, Exterminatus Footman [Applause]. One training preformed with Insidae on an experimental practice, not much to say about that outside of the fact that notes were taken."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "Tested some of the new training procedures I've been developing for Insidiae this week, with good results. Group meeting and uniform also held during the past week. Inducted Hunter Abrams into the squad, bringing our number of empty slots to one. Over the next week, we'll be working on filling this slot. Equipment development continues as normal."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been rather good for B with a good amount of new additions to the group plus a good amount of PRFs that were done, don't forget to bug for that second one later on! If not announced yet the new BIII Lead will and should be announced during this meeting if not by the weekend's end. Looking forward to next week's activities."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: From myself for the Adiutor Staff: "Work is underway on the Unit of the month outline and I expect it to be completed shortly. It just requires some input from Terra command and we should be all set."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov shouts: That concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Umarov. Mr. Demar?

Astra

[18:08] Sosarin Demar shouts: Combat participation has been good. Flight training continues and the queue is moving along. I want to thank the Apostles for working hard. Training queue in the Weekly Discussion Thread is updated. Nohime Runner's collaborative effort to construct an anti-armor weapon is nearing completion I hear, with Tsume Xiao scripting and Wolfshaman Warrior providing the bomb models. If I didn't mention your name I apologize it seems like quite a team is making it come to life! Next week's efforts will be invested in further flight training for our new inductees. That concludes this weeks' report for Astra.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Demar. Do any other units wish to submit reports this evening?

[18:09] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[18:09] Anlysia Gregoire shouts: I like yelling. :V Also, Munitorum report:

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Gregoire.

Munitorum

[18:10] Anlysia Gregoire shouts: So I had this thing, with lockers, and a contest, where I gave away a whole bunch of money. Zrazor wanted to do it, but he didn't enter, because he got high. But that's okay, because Scarlet did. And got lots of money.

[18:10] Anlysia Gregoire shouts: So, the lockers (which aren't quite finished yet) are over to the right of Aryte there. Take a look, this isn't 100% finished.

[18:11] Anlysia Gregoire shouts: If you have any comments/suggestions, feel free to IM me with them (later).

[18:11] Anlysia Gregoire shouts: That's all.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Those are great. Thank you.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Good work, Scarlet.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Any other units this evening?

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then, moving on.

Old Business

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up this evening?

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then, moving right along.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: A couple topics to cover myself before opening the floor.

Keynote Topics

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, a thank you to everyone for keeping it together during my scarcity as of late. It means a great deal to me as a leader that the group remains fully functional during any sort of absence on my part.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: I do apologize for being unusually scarce as of late. This will continue for the next couple of weeks as I balance major projects. I am about twenty days shy of graduation. However, I will maintain general presence and be about for my usual antics.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Just please be aware there may be delay in turn around on any matters requiring my input.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: All right, moving along then.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Everyone's favorite topic as of late: tanks. All models are completed and in my possession at this time.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: As promised, we will begin qualification programs. Initially, to create a pool of . . well, conscripted instructors, I will be running all of Antesignani through the process and having them provide instructor services as part of their duties.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: I know the big question remains: who will be able to volunteer/sign up for qualification courses. To be blunt: no idea, quite yet.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: There may be rank requirements attached to it-- but I am genuinely not sure. I try to avoid putting too much gear related attached to ranks, as it misappropriates the need for rank to a matter of . . well, wanting to collect gear.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: I will keep you all posted. No immediate rush at this time. I will be speaking with Antesig command in order to notify them of their conscription (hi Zerowinged) and get it underway.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then, moving on.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you unaware, we keep a running "standing order" list under the "report" section of the forums. There was a recent addition to it that I wish to highlight now:

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: When operating as the NCOIC or OIC, it is necessary to be present on Ventrilo

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: There is some leniency to that, obviously. For example, if Ventrilo is simply not working for a given individual and they are forced to operate as the NC/OIC at a time.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, then.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Some comments were made pertaining to wanting to have some sort of organized "bring friends to see Titan/the Ordo" event. I'm completely fine with that and encourage it. By all means, any Ordo member is welcome to bring visitors over at their leisure. If you wish to have a friend added to the civilian group for blanket rights, simply see one of the "overseers" listed within the "Ordo Imperialis - Civilians" charter.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: I do want to clarify, however, that restricted parties would still need some sort of acknowledgement from the OIC. In short, be sure not to teleport over a member of a hostile group without prior "OK."

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Okay then. Moving right along.

[18:34] X-Flight, Carbon Rod X: All Go

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: It's time for the obligatory promotion minimums system statement for the evening:

[18:35] Kytec Switchblade: >:|

[18:35] Dragon Massiel: d

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Over the last week, there was a surprisingly lack of actual use of the minimum exams. I'm curious as to why. So, I do want to make sure, again, that everyone is aware of the necessity to take a moment to view and file minimum requirement exams. You can find them on the database, at: firefoxinc.net/ordo/. Click the "List Menu" on the left side, then go to the "Promotion Menu" link.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: I was a tad bit lenient this week and gave people a little nudge if they were prompted for a promotion and hadn't filed an exam. I will not be doing this in the future.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Interestingly enough: predominantly, individuals who have made extensive use of the system . . probably 90% of them, are E-4 and above.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Are there any questions or concerns that should be noted pertaining to minimum requirements or how to submit minimum requirement exams?

[18:40] Mark Karlfeldt has one.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: (As a side note-- if there is not an active link for the other requirements in the list, such as the sit-down or letters, do not pay them any mind. Yet.)

[18:40] X-Flight, Carbon Rod X: All Go

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Aye, Mr. Karlfeldt?

[18:41] Mark Karlfeldt: Is there any specific time that one should file the exam, or do they do it at any time and its checked when they're up for promotion?

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: If you're intending to be eligible for a promotion round, before 3:00 on Saturday. Otherwise, at your leisure.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Grading exams is incredibly quick to do. In addition to which, Josey is dedicated soley to going through and checking it for new submissions.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: To add: submitting exams, regardless of the difficulty, is important. It provides me and the officer staff with the knowledge that you as an individual are seeking promotion. It helps in the consideration phase of awarding increase.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Rank pertains to authority and responsibility. We will assume that if someone is not submitting exams, they do not wish addition responsibilities, et cetera.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:45] Huttser Ishelwood has one

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Ishelwood?

[18:45] Huttser Ishelwood: In reference to your side note. Do you mean say for example for me to submit my E-3 exam now I don't need a sit down with a terra officeR?

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Correct.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: You're getting freebies on account of someone who'll remain nameless, definitely not Firefox, being slow.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: . .although I'd highly encourage following the criteria on the listing and take the opportunity to meet with your officers. The minimum requirements are intended to be bare-minimum expectations, to give folks a nudge in the right direction.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: A couple closing comments from me and then open floor.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: First off: I will be absent most of tomorrow. You may contact me via offlines, per the norm. Officers, please hold a meeting regardless of my attendance.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly: I am doing a fairly extensive examination of folks I feel deserve merits (and just haven't been recommended for 'em). I will have an off-cycle list produced by Tuesday. After which, we'll be adding new merit awards to the list.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand lastly: raid to be hosted after meeting.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Open floor. Any topics to cover?

Open Topics

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Open floor. Any topics to cover?

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Final opportunity.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: All right then, on to promotions and PRFs.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: [PRFS]

Nohime Runner

Heavy 666 Bolden

Kryo Recreant

Marc Gravois * unlock

Corsi Mousehold

Williamca Zenovka

Exterminatus Footman * unlock

Akuma Cahir

Akira Whitesong

Arokh Takakura

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: ATR Vasser - [Armatura]

Akira Whitesong - [E-2]; [Armatura]; [Combat Prowess] +25qp (unlock)

Akuma Cahir - [E-2]

Bargo Tomsen - [Armatura]

Bizcut Vanbrugh - [E-3]

Chris Peckham - [E-2]; [Marksman] +25qp

Havoc Sparta - [E-3]

Herdy Minotaur - [E-2]

Huttser Ishelwood - [Armatura]; [Combat Prowess] +25qp

Johann Wilberg - [Armatura]

Kayla Urvile - [E-2]

Maza Rau - [E-4]

m00 Ming - [E-3]

Musiaf Langley - [E-3]

Robert Stanford - [E-2]

Sakura Fairlady - [E-3]

Sheridan Thorne - [E-3]

Spike Lapis - [E-2]

Stealth Meiji - [E-2]

Zabimato Outlander - [Armatura]

Zanndor Aeon - [E-7]

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Congratulations to everyone. For those of you seeking a promotion: do your damn exams! Haha.

Meeting Closer

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Well done. Good meeing. Raid by 7:30.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Praetorian Finalists - Notice]

Congrats everyone.I'm going to go cut myself now.

Aww, Arc. Remember this: if you made it up until the finals, then you have at least some awesome. To be honest, it takes some guts to apply and undergo these trials to begin with.

And you may have as much awesome as the rest of us... the Trials were designed to screen out those best-suited for this task. Perhaps you could excel in another area.

[Candidacy Trials Scheduling]

Saturday, 27 Mar:

(Will not be available for anything until Slot E: getting up at about 2amSLT and not returning home until at least 3pm, will additionally need rest afterward).

Sunday, 28 Mar:

1. E

2. D

3. C

4. B

5. A

Saturday, 3 Apr:

(same as above unless issue arises)

[Ordo Meeting - 20MAR10]

~ORDO IMPERIALIS~

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | O-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 20 March 2010

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SUBJECT: General topics

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathers to hear issues, stat reports, etc.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia shouts: As a reminder, please hold questions or comments until you are provided the time to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering. Furthermore, when you are given the chance to speak, please shout your questions/comments. Our recorder is centralized, so, if you’re on a fringe she may not hear you.

Imperator’s Report

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: First and foremost. Let's begin with this week's statistics. I will be skipping the diplomatic comments, as the keynote covers that.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Current members: 287; an additional 16 cadets.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: 23 applications this week. 8 accepted, 15 denied.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Eleven documented offensive deployments.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Eighty-one documented defensive pings.

Divisional Reports

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: That aside. Unit reports?

[18:08] Sosarin Demar raises hand

[18:08] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar, for Astra.

Astra

[18:09] Sosarin Demar shouts: The majority of this week was spend dealing with our large training queue. I extend a special thanks to those Apostles who have been working hard. We still have quite a bit of progress to make, so we will be concentrating on training for next week. In light of Detox Exonar leaving us, Blaze Wiles will be assuming squadron command with the assistance of Dascede Aluveux and Fermi Torok. Officer projects started at the beginning of the week are still 'in progress'; things such as the Apostle Cleanup and networking with Antesignani. Astra Officers, I want to see these projects bear more fruit next week. That concludes this week's report for Astra. I need to head out and lay down, so I wish you all well, too!

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for your report, Mr. Demar.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:11] Lestat Umarov shouts: Another busy week for Terra. A bit of training has been underway as well as the usual combat in the form of TAC. Aside from that a vacant role was filled and I'll be focusing on getting more unit level cohesion going. I wanna see some effort on squad leaders parts to hold training and have monthly get togethers with their troops in the very least. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:11] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Keller for Invictus: "A relatively quiet week for Invictus, with nothing much to report. On Sunday we will be holding two training or raid sessions, both for members of the squad and for candidates wishing to try out and make a case for themselves."

[18:11] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "Squad will be turning it's attentions inward for a short period of time, working on squad cohesion and activity. This is to create a better working, easier to maintain Antesignani. Trainings are getting back on track with one held on Wednesday. This concludes our weekly report."

[18:12] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Xayvien for Insidiae: "The past week for Insidiae has been going rather well. Training was started once every Sunday during the afternoon and our last assault was on New Jessie. We held the city under our control for over an hour that consisted strongly of combat with our enemies. As far as gear development goes our wrist blades are waiting in BETA to be completed. Scarlet should be finishing our uniform shortly which will help define the design our blades will also be using. Crossbow is also sneaking up on the finishing touches, and pending to be announced. Uniform inspections were also put through once every month."

[18:12] Lestat Umarov shouts: From Genesis for Cohors B: "Activity with Cohors B this week has been good due to the Spring/March break. We have started moving members from B to C who have gone MIA or have large inactivity; so remember guys to bug your COs every so often for things or just to check in! Also had some PRFs done and would like to see more on the way. "

[18:12] Lestat Umarov shouts: From myself for the Adiutor staff: "This week I'll be focusing on finalizing the Unit of the month outline and hounding builders about the open projects for the squad. Once the outline is in the testing phases I'll be looking for an additional Adiutor so be sure to watch the forums for the opening."

[18:13] Lestat Umarov shouts: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Umarov. And, congratulations to Mr. Zanndor Aeon for his appointment to Cohors B, Century 1 command.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Do any other units with to submit a report at this time?

[18:14] Ethan Schuman raises his hand.

[18:14] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Gregoire, for Munitorum?

Munitorum

[18:15] Anlysia Gregoire: I'm not going to bore you with the usual list of a dozen things and "Totally done soon! :V" so I'll just touch the interesting highlights:

[18:15] Anlysia Gregoire: 1.) Tomorrow Invictus will be performing a test on some new technology we're interested in. It has the potential to cause some changes around here. Not going to go into big details until we see whether it holds up under fire.

[18:16] Anlysia Gregoire: 2.) I'm giving away lots of money if you build things for me. See here: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7354-munitorum-locker-contest/

[18:16] Anlysia Gregoire: That's about all.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Ms. Greogire. Mr. Schuman?

Astra Cont.

[18:17] Ethan Schuman shouts: Thank you. As an extension to the Astra report, the Predator has been completed. If you are in Astra and have not received yours, DO NOT WAIT FOR THE LOCKER! IM me after the meeting and I will give you one personally. Also, there is a Predator training rezzer on top of the build area. Anyone who wants to try the Predator may do so there. You must have your main, Astra, or Schola tag active. The only differences are that it de-rezzes after ten minutes, and does not have full power.

[18:17] Ethan Schuman shouts: You do not have to be Astra to fly the trainer. It is open for all.

[18:17] Ethan Schuman shouts: On another note, there will be a Navis focus group meeting at 6PM SLT this Wednesday. The topics covered will focus mainly on technology development, specifically ships and small arms, as well as infrastructure and foundation. If you cannot make it, please IM me beforehand so I can get your input. That's all I have.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Schuman.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Final call for additional reports.

[18:18] Bradyn Halcali raises his hand.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Halcali?

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Ah, welcome back, Mr. Halcali. You were saying?

[18:21] Bradyn Halcali: Thank you sir. I simply wanted to say, The WW2 piloting event is back on track. I've been dealing with a few things lately like mild depression, which has made me not want to do much. I've been working through that, and am feeling a little better. What i've decided is instead of fully repainting and fixing up every aircraft I have before I hold the event, which is around 20 and would take forever given that I am working alone with no support, I've decided to simply take my old aircraft and put the new scripts in them as well as a few touchups, then distribute them for the event. With this, the event can take place much sooner. So for anyone wanting to participate please IM me after the meeting for more details.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Halcali.

Old Business

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, then. On to old business. Any topics to be discussed this evening?

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent, moving right along then.

Keynote Topics

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: For tonight’s keynote, I would like to take some time to formulate a sort of “status report” address. Going forward, I will present statements of this sort on a semi-routine basis, every three months or so. We will use this time to focus on achievements, the direction of the Ordo, and highlight events to come.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: To begin with: we are roughly eight weeks shy of the start of the summer season. For those of you unfamiliar, summer for the military community is out of this world. Activity skyrockets across the board. Combat and participation spikes for all groups and, the community will see the rise of other factions as they scramble to make a foothold before August.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: For the Ordo, the summer means prosperity. Over the course of this year, we have been building up and preparing for the hyper-activity. To put it into perspective: current non-summer activity was roughly equivalent to last summer’s activity. The Ordo will be off the charts come May. To be certain, a lot of work and preparation still lay before us. It is necessary for us to properly set the stage in order to make the most of the time.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Our primary tasks remain consistent: further preparation of Ordo members for combat efficiency, upgrade and maintenance of gear, and constant cognizance of necessity for policy revisions or additions. Both I and the command corps are more than prepared to ensure that the evolution and success of the group continues.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: My assessment of the immediate command officers over of the last week left me the impression that we are in a good situation. I would be so bold as to venture the claim that our current officer and NCO staff, without a doubt, is second to none. The expertise exhibited by some of our rising stars is inspiring—there is a real evident passion for success, and it is embodied by your actions.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Further than that, it is important that a moment is taken to recognize the newest generation: straight down to our most recent Milites, I find myself repeatedly impressed at the drive and initiative demonstrated by you all.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: As promised, major additions to the Ordo are reaching fruition. Our mechanized qualification standards are now completed and awaiting final critique and revision. The power of Ordo armor will begin to be more widely distributed and made available to our membership base.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Our arsenal of available vehicles has been standardized and is out of testing phase: the Praesidium APC, the Mangusta MRLS, the Infensus Medium Assault Tank, the Ira Medium Main Battle Tank, and the Ultor Heavy Main Battle Tank. In addition to the aforementioned, queues of additional prototype devices remain in examination—such as large scale body-suit mechs.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: The Praetorian Guard’s recruitment has taken the next step: individual trials and examinations are being worked out and scheduled. In preparation for this task, we have expanded the internal command structure of the Guard to include an additional role: the Guard’s executive officer and official “second-in-command.”

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: To fill this vacancy, the father of the Guard revisions was approached and offered the designation, in recognition of their diligence and continued faith. Mr. Tretiak has accepted the post and is, as of this time, officially scored as the Praetorian Guard’s first executive officer.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak’s new assignment has left an Evocati role vacant. After extensive deliberation, a replacement has been named. In recognition for their expertise, consistent service, and extensive knowledge as the former Primus of the Frumentarii, Guardsman Infinity has been named anointed as an Evocati. His guidance will become especially valuable within the new direction of the Guard. Although all of the existing Guardsmen are particularly qualified, it was found to be most sensible to entrust the position to Mr. Infinity.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: The AiR, our internal security department, has expanded its operational capacity with the addition of the Special Investigations / Diplomatic Corps. This department will act as a liaison to other intelligence agencies, collecting data pertinent to Ordo’s security. Scientific Waffle, a long time member of the Terra administration, has accepted the appointment as lead agent for this department.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: In Curia, long time Primus Consul Justice Capalini has motioned for a reassignment. Although he is more than qualified, Mr. Capalini does not feel he has the adequate time to fulfill the position. He has tapped Secondus Consul McKay, an Astra Centurion, to replace him. She has accepted the position and has assumed control of Curia at this time, while maintaining service in Astra. Her vacancy as a Secondus has not yet been filled. Mr. Capalini will be re-tasked under the Office of the Imperator, providing extraordinary services in a more advisory based role.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Policy aside, our combat focus remains strong. Over the last several weeks, Ordo forces have secured major victories against the TAC. We have not only defended our own territory and struck back against Coalition targets, but aggressively provided security for our allies.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Going forward, the Ordo will continue its dogged pursuance of battle with the TAC. But greater than that, the Ordo will continue investing time and energy in honing our individual talents to maintain a professional standard through additional training missions and an expanded Armatura. Henceforth weekly, every Sunday at 5:00 PM SLT, I will personally be hosting large scale stress-test trainings. Mr. Itamae, IEA master, will be turning heavy attention to increasing the overall focus throughout Ordo educational practices to encompass further combat practice. Through this, our already exemplary combat forces will he assured military dominance in the future.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Politically, the community has taken an interesting twist. Days ago, the Alliance Navy experienced a major power shift, in which several former admirals returned to office after nearly a year of . . well, essentially exile.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Among them, Harlequin Salome, a former Vanguard member, has dropped the AN's combat blockades and quietly bided to remain within the Iron Symphony, while requesting to . . be non-participatory in Iron Symphony activities.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: The Ordo Imperialis will be withdrawing committed defensive support from the Alliance Navy, until the Alliance Navy wishes to play the role of a committed member of the Iron Symphony. It is not within the interest of the Ordo Imperialis to be taken advantage of.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Although the road ahead is something no one can quite predict, I can tell now that it will be one that we will heavily influence. The Ordo is a superpower. Politically, militarily, economically. We are unlike any other group-- we are sustained by the selflessness of hard working members, not hand outs, nor donations. We are empowered by dedication, commitment to the universal goal of the group's success, and the honor of helping one another.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: No matter the obstacle, no matter the situation, the Ordo will persevere, and continue to persevere. Not because of me, or any single individual, but by the grace of many, all moving together with the intent and drive to ensure the absolute best for our group, our friends, and family.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: The state of the Ordo is one that is quite strong and quite healthy. So: thank you, everyone, for your continued faith, your time, and your efforts.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: It is with the utmost pleasure that I am able to continue to operate as your commanding officer.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Questions at this time?

[18:46] Ethan Schuman raises his hand.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Schuman.

18:48] Ethan Schuman: Not so much a question as a reply. I think I speak on behalf of the entire Ordo when I say, "And thank you for the sacrifices you make as our leader, and the love you show us all. It is not something we take lightly. We appreciate it, and we appreciate you."

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: I appreciate your words, Mr. Schuman. It is my pleasure.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions or comments?

[18:49] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Iredell.

[18:50] Jayce Iredell: So, just as a note, we are now the only Symphony member with a Vanguard Blockade, what does that mean exactly in terms of political stances?

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: The Iron Symphony's cornerstone is receptiveness and respect for house rules. In which, a military dictates their own destiny. If our fellow Symphony members believe that dropping the Vanguard blockade is appropriate, then by all means. I may consider it an ignorant error, but I will not infringe on their right to make that error.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: As a side note. Most of the TAC, as far as I am aware, maintains a blockade against. Including CS and 2142.

[18:53] Jayce Iredell: So we just don't respond for calls from help if its against Vanguard?

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Of course not.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: That is their problem to deal with. Such is free choice.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Any other comments or questions?

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Final opportunity before we move on.

[18:55] Arokh Takakura raises paw

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Takakura?

[18:56] Arokh Takakura shouts: Apologies for my tardiness, Imperator, and everyone else, I was unaware of the american Timezone shift. So, apologies for the noisy, untidy entrance.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Not a worry, Mr. Takakura. Thank you.

Open Topics

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: With that said. Open floor. Any topics to bring up this evening?

[18:57] Musiaf Langley raises hand.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Langley?

[18:58] Musiaf Langley: My idea about the SL military and weaponry convention. I have it posted on the forums and would like others, points of view and thoughts. Please read. http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7393-sl-military-and-weaponry-convention/

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Ms. Langley.

[19:00] Jester Spearmann raises a hand

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Spearmann?

[19:00] Jester Spearmann shouts: Noctis has undergone a minor command shift, Ron Bleac is now the 2ic for the group to replace liana who retired. If you need a invite see myself ron or any of the officer staff in the group (Noctis is our nightshift crew)

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Noted. Thank you, Mr. Spearmann.

[19:00] Jester Spearmann: Thank you

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Next?

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Final opportunity.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, then.

Promotions

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions, merits, PRFs and the likes: I will have them all posted by Sunday night. I apologize, but due to Daylight Savings, I have a much smaller window to complete recommendations before 6:00. If you wish to submit any additional, I will accept them until midnight. I do have a few to add myself.

Meeting Closer

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Combat this evening will be hosted by me. I will be calling up a sizeable group in about a half hour. Please hold messages to me unless they are important. I need a few minutes to arrange and induct a new member.

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: If you wish to participate, simply remain on map. A large deployment would be enjoyable, so, feel free to linger!

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Having said all that. Thank you for a good meeting. You are dismissed.

[Ordo Meeting - 13MAR10]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | O-1; Triplicarius | Terra

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DATE: 13 March 2010

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SUBJECT: Ordo general issues

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SUMMARY: Weekly gathering for discussion of main topics.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Ok. Let's get to it. I have absolutely nothing prepared, compliments of TAC (LordBob says he accepts responsibility).

[18:06] Maza Rau: Zrazor's gone I thought

[18:06] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Zrazor was on leave >~<

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: So bear with me.

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: Xayvien is 2nd tho...

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia shouts: As a reminder, please hold questions or comments until you are provided the time to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering. Furthermore, when you are given the chance to speak, please shout your questions/comments. Our recorder is centralized, so, if you’re on a fringe she may not hear you.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: I will make this as quick as possible! Interruptions, like IMs, will only delay that.

Imperator’s Report

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: This week's statistics:

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: 284, plus two cadets that need invited, plus one mysterious account disappearance . . so looking at 287.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: 12 cadets.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: A crap ton of applications. Uuuh, pushing 15.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: 11 offensive deployments. 111 defensives. Odd that.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week. Nothing particular to note. SK has reopened. SF is apparently dead forever. TAC efforts are ongoing (as you all saw fifteen minutes ago).

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Lot of strong combat this week.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Moving right along. Unit reports?

Divisional Reports

[18:11] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov.

Terra

[18:12] Lestat Umarov: Alrighty, I don't got much so I'll make it quick.

[18:12] Lestat Umarov: We have a few positions open currently. I believe there's a thread on the forums to fill a B command slot and a few elite squad roles open.

[18:12] Lestat Umarov: Moving on to unit reports.

[18:12] Lestat Umarov: For Keller for Invictus: "A rather notable week for the squad. Despite being down a couple, lent support to Mercz operations and performed incredibly well, and continued with the usual success in general raids upon our enemies. We have a couple openings to fill, and looking forward to bringing some new blood into Invictus."

[18:12] Lestat Umarov: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "No trainings held; One slot open; Still waiting on those final drawings for concepts *raps fingers on the table*. . . . Nothing else to report."

[18:13] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor: Filing missing from inventory.

[18:13] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "Cohors B has been a little slower this week due to all the Breaks popping up now. Things should pick up soon with trainings coming and group meetings and all that fun stuff! Make sure everyone is pestering about those PRFs! All in all the week went smoothly and if anyone has any questions about anything please contact your lead/commanders."

[18:13] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:13] Detox Exonar: Raises hand

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: I believe Tsume has something to note, but he'll have to chime in later.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Exonar, go ahead.

[18:14] Detox Exonar: I do not see Legates Demar made it to meeting tonight - I will provide status if Ehtan or Heather were not instructed to do so

Astra

[18:15] Heather McKay: Combat participation is at a good level. Please welcome m00 Ming and Blameaux Scribe to Astra. Apostles, please tend to them. Queue on the forums is updated. If there are any pilots curious about the dropship and have yet to fly it, please contact Sosarin Demar. Dascede Aluveaux and Fermi Torok have been meeting with a few pilots to tend to personal needs. If you are a pilot whose voice would like to be heard on a particular matter, be it Astra or career related, please talk to either of them.

I would like to announce that the Predator has been finished. Everyone please give a big special thanks to Ethan Schuman. The Predator will be released with the Nemesis Vulcan HUD in the near future.

In another matter, Heather McKay is going to be spending time next week evaluating Apostle members and activity levels. Although time was spent in administration evaluations and new assignments, this week was devoid of training activities -- I hope to see some hosted in the up and coming week, accompanied with flight tra

[18:15] Heather McKay: ining. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. McKay -- aye. Thank you.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Very good. Thank you.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Do any other units wish to report this evening?

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Final call.

[18:16] Kytec Switchblade raises a hand

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Switchblade.

Praetorian Guard

[18:17] Kytec Switchblade: The praetorian Guard is moving forwards with development. Currently we are undergoing the task of filtering out and reviewing the stacks of application essays. In the near future selection processes will be announced. As it stands we're looking at around 5 slots for admittance. Implementation of our new infrastructure will begin immediately among existing Guard members, and will be ironed out in meetings throughout the next week. Expect to see Praetorian events in the near future which may or may not call upon volunteers throughout the group.

[18:17] Kytec Switchblade: That is all.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: I'll speak a bit on that during my part! Thank you, Mr. Switchblade.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: All right then. Moving on. Any old business to bring up, before I start rambling incessantly for a couple hours?

Old Business

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Well. Hopefully not that long.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Nooothing at all?

[18:18] Tsume Xiao raises paw hand thing

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Xiao!

[18:19] Tsume Xiao: All five of the new armored vehicles are in final beta (aka that magical time between when they are actually done... but Aryte doesnt have them yet). Woo.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: I planned on talking a bit about that as well. So perfect, thank you.

[18:20] Tsume Xiao: I feel specail now.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Very "specail."

[18:20] Vincent Lucerne: xD

[18:20] Vincent Lucerne: xD

[18:20] Tsume Xiao: Im trying to eat dinner ;-;

Keynote Topics

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Now. As for tonight's main discussion, I am essentially going to be providing a bit of a progress report on my "to-do" list. In addition to which, touch on some recent developments.!

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: So! Onward with Aryte trying to remember everything without notes.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, officer meetings have gone incredibly well. I've conducted a couple dozen at this point. All of them were fairly eventful and productive. I have a couple more scheduled. Otherwise, I'll open a second roster for any missed officers or command NCOs wishing to have a sit down. I am not sure when-- it's fairly time consuming for me.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for those who participated thus far.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Now, as for rank revisions. I have made the changes on paper and will be finalizing them tonight. Warrant officers have been abolished. W-1's are now O-1's, W-2's are now O-2's, O-1's are O-3's, O-2's are O-'4s, and O-4's are now O-5's.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: In addition to which, I have released the paper description of E-8.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: You can find their descriptions and the revised rank comments in the newest handbook edition. Forum version here:

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Er.. O3's are now O-5's.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: You get the idea.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/2199-ordo-handbook-v21/

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: As a favor for me: if you see any comment of the veteranus or warrant's in any Ordo material, let me know so I can change it! I believe I found all of it in the Schola and current policy, but, I have my doubts.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Officers. Please change your profiles and so forth accordingly.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: As part of the rank revisions, I will be (by Sunday) changing rank equivalencies. You will see a new category within the Ordo groups that is specifically for unsual officers-- such as AiR administration.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: In addition to which, I will be publishing a list of the new rank equivalencies into one single document. You can find an example in the current Guard Carta, specifically for Praetorians.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Rank emblems will remain as is for now! Former W-1's continue wearing your old rank patch. It will now be O-1, etc, etc.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: I have tasked Akurei to recreate entirely new emblems, with more emphasis on chevrons and the likes. So we will eventually be phasing out the color system.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: As we do not currently have an E-8 emblem, I will not be making appointments to those posts just yet.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions so far?

[18:30] Fega Saito raises hand.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Saito?

[18:31] Fega Saito: You say phasing out the colours, do you mean going to a colourless badge or just a default colour for all ranks.

[18:31] Gunau Sodwind: colors*

[18:32] Fega Saito: colours*

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: As in, instead of currently having the color coded rank badges-- where we have green, red, etc, they will now be chevrons and more simple, easier to identify rank emblems.

[18:32] Fega Saito: Awesome, Thanks.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Any others?

[18:33] Gunau Sodwind's head explodes

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Minimum requirements are posted in finality: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7310-ordo-minimum-promotion-requirements-13mar10/

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: All of the exams can be accessed through the database at this time.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Grading tables are not yet implimented (Firefox, coughcough). Nor are the drop-boxes up for letters and the likes.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: So! Until those are in place, I will continue not counting them "against" you.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Feel free to take the exams. I have like 30+ already on the system. Thank you for those of you who jumped on it.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: I would love to hear from those of you who've already taken exams, as to what you think of the system thus far.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Feel free to drop me a notecard on it AFTER THE MEETING.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:36] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his paw

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kaventop..whatever?

[18:37] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: What are the steps do we have to follow for the letter to you and is it sent to you by email or notecard or is there going to be a function on the database for us to use to submit it?

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: On the database (WHEN FIREFOX GETS TO IT <-- so he reads this in the log), there will be headers-- like so:

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: It'll say like . .

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: It'll say like . .

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: [E-3]

a. [E-3 Exam]

b. [E-3 Meeting Manuscript Dropbox]

[18:39] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: One last question, are the format and layout of the letter already on the forums?

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Nope. Very open eneded, and purposefully so. I want to see your perspectives.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: The system is set up so, after you submit an exam (or a manuscript/letter), it'll go into a grading pool. Where a grader, like an officer or the Master of Exams, will overlook it. When it's approved, it'll go into your database profile as "Requirement met."

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: That way it'll be easy to just glance at your profile and go "oh ok, he's got this, this, this and this done," etc.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Make sense?

[18:41] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Yes sir

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Schola system updates: done. New material is released. In addition to which, I added the "Life after Schola" note. You can find a copy of it here:http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7295-ordo-whats-next-life-after-schola/

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: I'd love to hear your comments, so please go give it a read when you can, and give it a post!

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Perfecto. Moving on.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Major combat training-- didn't have a chance to get to it this week, as promised. My apologies. Officer meetings got in the way. So! I will host one tomorrow, at 5:00 PM SLT.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Again, Sunday, 5:00 PM SLT

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia checks that off.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Praetorians. We will have a list out by Sunday of accepted essays. We had 27 applicants-- thank you for the participation!

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: There was some delay trying to find time to chew through them all. There are tons of good ones. It's going to be incredibly hard to filter it down. We may wind up with 27 try-outs, haha.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: As soon as the list is up, we'll begin scheduling the next steps.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:47] Agares Tretiak: /

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Agares?

[18:47] Agares Tretiak: Ack.

[18:47] Agares Tretiak: ...

[18:47] Agares Tretiak: (sorry, mistyped something)

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Moving on then.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Now! My next task was to explore the topic of finding opportunities for individuals to spend idle time . . less, well, idle. Ethan Schuman has taken the charge with this, coming up with the concept of an Ordo mini-game for members. I particuarly love the idea, so we'll go forward with it. There is currently a fact-finding and quasi contest up for story ideas:

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7296-l1000-contest/

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: In addition to the mini-game, we have several other ideas rolling around. A weekly news cast was one that stuck, along with spending downtime conducting more unusual ceremony -- like the tech expo we did months back, or even our own rendition of Roman Triumphs.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: So! I can check that off the list. Or, half-check at least. Questions there?

[18:52] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak.

[18:52] Heavy666 Bolden: ☑

[18:52] Agares Tretiak: Musket Drills? I'm going to be making a model to be scripted for an Ordo issue musket.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Oh yeah! Hahah. Yes!

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Oh god. The horrors of musket wars. I forgot about that.

[18:53] DamionStJames Webb was there

[18:53] Agares Tretiak: I'll drill them into shape, just you wait and see.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: I need a big hat.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:54] Ethan Schuman: I have one.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: About musket raids?

[18:55] Ethan Schuman: No, about diversions in general. Specifically, SL Military Chess Night

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Oh!

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Go on.

[18:57] Ethan Schuman: Chess is a game enjoyed by quite a few of our members, as well as those from other militaries. I think it would be beneficial to community morale to organize weekly chess battles, perhaps even into a monthly tournament or something.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Certainly, then. Provided we ban Avil.

[18:58] Ethan Schuman: There could even be a trophy that could be displayed at the winning army's base until the next meeting. And lol.

[18:58] Intus Infinity: Avil has walked away with one too many AN trophies.

[18:58] DamionStJames Webb: I want my revenge on Avil...

[18:58] Typhon Perun: Ordo Monopoly

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Shh.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: That's a good idea. It'd be something to build rapport abroad as well. I support that. Thank you for the comment.

[18:59] Ethan Schuman: The prospect of having an Ordo champion representing us and doing battle with others... makes my spine tingle.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Yes. Chess. Very riveting.

[19:00] Jayce Iredell: Ordo figuirines as chess pieces.....

[19:00] Jayce Iredell: >.>

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Anywho . . merits and honor titles. Not yet complete! I should have the additional merits and a rough idea of the honor titles on plate and ready for review on Sunday. A little behind there, but not off schedule.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: We'll be adding some more practical awards, covering all the bases for acts that aren't always properly recognized.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: For example, a Pathfinder award tailored toward Tactica.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia gives due credit to Tiridates for that idea.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[19:02] Blaze Wiles raises hand

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Wiles?

[19:03] Blaze Wiles: Just to satisfy my curiosity Sir but will any of the new honour titles operate like a MBE, OBE, or along those lines?

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: I had to get an answer as to what those were by a British member on Ventrilo. But yeees. They will.

[19:04] Blaze Wiles: thank you Sir

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you!

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: As for the "TI products" task: Modular Rifle released an hour ago. Several other items (Striker, Leman, Punisher, etc) next in line. So I can check that off. Thank you TI employees-- Anly, Tsume, Tenaki, Keystone, so on and so forth.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Queeestions there?

[19:06] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Iredell?

[19:07] Jayce Iredell: Should we expect to see leman's and punisher's being used on us in the future?

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Hopefully en masse.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Haha.

[19:07] Ethan Schuman raises his hand.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Schuman?

[19:08] Ethan Schuman: Will those be classified as former Ordo gear on the payrolls?

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Leman, no. Punisher . . good question.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: I'll get back to you on that.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[19:09] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Iredell?

[19:09] Jayce Iredell: Developement for ordo related, but umh, flamethrower been cut? ;-;

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: I haven't any idea.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: That's what I have Anlysia for.

[19:10] Kytec Switchblade raises a hand

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Switchblade? Last question on this topic.

[19:10] Kytec Switchblade: Can we get an upgraded version of the "Promotional tavor" or should i take to noobies sims and pass out that relic? lol

[19:11] Kytec Switchblade: Maybe another recently retired weapon?

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: God no. Horrible, horrible thing.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Ah, yes.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Could do that.

[19:11] Kytec Switchblade: Sounds good.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Good idea.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia writes that down.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Okay! Aaand the topic of tanks:

[19:12] Tsume Xiao 's Jew-Senses Tingle

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: All of the main Ordo vehicles are operational at this time.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you Tsume.

[19:12] Ethan Schuman coughs.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Training wise, I have the compilation of documents within my inventory. I will be hammering out something final . . tentatively, by Monday. Thus we'll have policy and gear on the road, ready to start processing.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: For those new: we have an APC, an MRLS, a medium infantry support tank, a medium MBT, and our heavy MBT.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Last topic from me then:

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Disembodied has notified me he should be done with the high command gear within a few days. After which, he is going to be redoing our formal dress . . for the sake of redoing it. He is also tasked to a BDU order, which has been paid for and is next in line. Aaaand finally, I have notified him and made arrangements that I will be taking the spot after that for an armor order.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: As far as I am aware, all of the Ordo orders are in line with one another.

[19:17] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[19:17] Blaze Wiles raises hand

[19:17] Aryte Vesperia: Wiles?

[19:18] Blaze Wiles: Armor Order Sir? as in for specific unit or a replacement? or has it not beeen decided yet.

[19:18] Aryte Vesperia: It's a secret!

[19:19] Teron Gray raises paw and thinks somewhere Dagger is spazzing out

[19:19] Aryte Vesperia: Gray

[19:19] Aryte Vesperia: ?

[19:19] Teron Gray: If it is a replacement, will it be aggresive looking, as it Agares made it. You know, looks like the armor would punch you out with no one wearing it?

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: Tiridates may kill me.

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: But.

[19:20] Agares Tretiak blinks.

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: Let me show you . .

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: One second!

[19:20] Jayce Iredell: :D!

[19:20] Agares Tretiak: ...haha.

[19:20] Agares Tretiak: OH

[19:21] Aryte Vesperia: http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4398768485_9055e1f203_o.png

[19:21] Aryte Vesperia: http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4420334263_f9630b3331_b.jpg

[19:22] Aryte Vesperia: As you can see by the notes: plastic.

[19:22] Aryte Vesperia: We're upgrading.

[19:23] Typhon Perun raisesa hand

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: Perun?

[19:23] Typhon Perun: I see different helmet designs there does that mean that we will have unit specific helmets?

[19:24] Aryte Vesperia: Tentatively, probably, yes.

[19:24] Aryte Vesperia: All righty thennn.

[19:25] Aryte Vesperia: In summary: accomplished a lot this week, but not as much as I had intended. I will be finalizing some of the projects tomorrow.

Open Discussion

[19:25] Aryte Vesperia: So! Thank you for sitting through my grueling, no-notes rambling. Open floor. Any topics?

[19:26] Aryte Vesperia: Diiidn't think so.

[19:26] Aryte Vesperia: Works for me!

[19:26] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[19:26] Aryte Vesperia: Aw . .

[19:26] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[19:26] Lestat Umarov: Speaking of disembodied, any word on the bdu's, or legates armor?

[19:26] Lestat Umarov: Or are those projects cancelled

[19:26] Aryte Vesperia: Scroll up five minutes ago.

[19:27] Lestat Umarov: I read something about tiri's armor concept o.o

[19:27] Aryte Vesperia: Keep scrollin'!

[19:27] Fega Saito raises hand.

[19:27] Aryte Vesperia: Saito?

[19:27] Fega Saito: Could I have a private word with you when you have a moment?

[19:28] Aryte Vesperia: Yes. It will be a while.

[19:28] Fega Saito: No rush, I'll let you know if I have to go for the evening.

[19:28] Aryte Vesperia: All righty.

[19:29] Aryte Vesperia: Now: final comments before promotions and PRFs.

[19:30] Aryte Vesperia: Directly after the meeting I will be spending several minutes handing out merits and the likes. After which, we will be mustering for a full scale deployment. Those wanting some mayhem, please stick around. More the merrier! I would love to grab a 20+ team.

Promotions

[19:30] Aryte Vesperia: As for promotions and merits: a severe dry spot of recommendations! I imagine the minimum requirement system has folks confused-- feel free to keep sending recommendations in, I like them. Officers like them. It's helpful.

[19:31] Aryte Vesperia: If you're not on this week's PRF list: see your commander. Not me! Chances are they didn't send it in, or it got lost.

[19:31] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions, well, there is always next week. Stick to it. You know the drill.

[19:32] Aryte Vesperia: [ PRFS ]

Arc Vyper

Arokh Takakura

Crash Silverfall

Heavy666 Bolden +1 unlock

Rian Rickena

[19:33] Aryte Vesperia: [Promotions]

Damionstjames Webb - [Marksman] +25qp

Heavy666 Bolden - [Recruitment]; [Ace Pilot] +50 qp

Kryo Recreant - [Ace Pilot] + 25qp

Marc Gravois - [Comrade Support] + 25 qp

Nikki4 Aquitaine - [Combat Prowess] +25qp

Nohime Runner - [Corona Vallaris]; [Ace Pilot] + 1 unlock / + 25 qp

Rian Rickena - [E-2]

Ron Bleac - [E-7]

Sheri Kira - [E-2]

[19:33] Aryte Vesperia: Congratulations to all of you.

[19:34] Aryte Vesperia: And thank you for sticking through the meeting. I promise next week to have notes, so it isn't as miserable.

Meeting Closer

[19:34] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed.

[19:34] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Quotes of Win]

Claw Gibbs attacks Titan with musket, Aryte forms infantry line.

[21:34] Aryte Vesperia shouts: CAVALRY FORWARD.

- Tsume revs forward on moped - *NYYYYEEEEEHHHHH*

[Ordo Meeting - 06MAR10]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 06 March 2010

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SUBJECT: Ordo general topics

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathered to hear issues from Aryte, give discussion, hear promotions.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Hokay!

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia was inducting someone . .

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Phew.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Ok!

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Meeting. Right.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia shuffles around for his notes.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: AH YES. Ok,.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Good evening everyone and welcome to this week’s meeting. Let’s get right to it!

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Typical intro: As a reminder, please hold questions or comments until you are provided the time to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering. Furthermore, when you are given the chance to speak, please shout your questions/comments. Our recorder is centralized, so, if you’re on a fringe she may not hear you.

Imperator’s Report

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Having said that, let’s get to this week’s statistics:

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Members: 284

Cadets: 9

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Applications: 13 new, 3 awaiting review, 2 approved, others . . all denied.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Offenses: 9

Defenses: 112

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic matters: nothing to mention, actually. All has been fairly quiet. No change in diplomacy standings with any group. Combat with the Anvil Coalition persists—seems they have shifted focus upon the Merczateers, which is giving us a growing chance to launch crusades during the fray. More on that during the keynote.

Divisional Reports

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Unit reports this evening?

[18:03] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Mista' Demar.

Astra

[18:04] Sosarin Demar: Combat participation appears to be nominal. Thanatos training was completed for Kiyaru Kanto. If anyone else requires Thanatos training, please contact me. Otherwise, training queue is effectively clear. Again, great job staying on top of it, Apostles. Kryo Recreant hosted a ground combat exercise this week in a skybox arena. Special thanks to him and all who participated. Astra also had an administratio meeting detailing effective ways to more utilize our administrative assets. In the up and coming week, I hope to see more impromptu combat exercises as well as efforts taken to make Astra's Administratio more efficient. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:04] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Demar.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov?

Terra

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: Another active week for Terra. A lot of combat on offense and defense as we continue to stand against the rusty anvil. Development in the squads has been moving along and I've spoken with squad commanders to issue the gear that is in betas. Training has been happening regularly and there's currently an open spot for Cohors C CO for those interested. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "Another solid week of activity, with the usual solid results in raids. Going to be looking towards getting training going, as well as bringing in yet another new body in the near future."

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "Several trainings were attempted over the course of the week and promptly interupted by attacks by the Anvil and the unstoppable shade of Tiridates Mikadze. Nothing else to report on the squad."

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "Some light training went down this week. Not a lot of progress in the way of gear development. Maza made a very cool logo which is now in use by the squad. Crossbow is still in the process of being animated. The squad still has two openings, but rather than taking applications will be scouting for talent proactively."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "Shorter notice this week. Activities have slowed a little with most members already leaving for vacations here and there. As we enter March now I hope to see the extra boom in new PRF requests ontop of activity requests. We've had some transfers from B to C so lets remember to keep pushing each other to pop in once in a while to have some fun! Everyone who wants to do anything or has any questions feel free to bug any of your commanders."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:06] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Umarov.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

Tactica

[18:07] Corsi Mousehold: For Tactica (in the words of Trevor Russell, who is eating food at the moment): Very little went on this week, I was prepping for midterms. Corsi and Zerowinged will be getting recon on CS later; they're still somewhat under construction. I've got a lot of things written down in my handy dandy notebook, its all a matter of bringing them together and getting it into the group. I've put it off a little because of the possibility of some web-software changes that may go on soon (nothing anyone but myself, aryte, and intus need be concerned about). That is all.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Russell and I apparently have a meeting scheduled sometime this evening to discuss that. Thank you, Ms. Mousehold.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Do any other units wish to report this evening?

[18:08] Heavy666 Bolden raises a paw

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Bolden.

Caelum (Astra)

[18:08] Heavy666 Bolden: It has been an excellent week in the growth and development of Astra's third flight Caelum. Activity levels in this flight have been reaching new heights, Members of this flight proving themselves to be valuable assets to the group. Alot of iniative to engage in combat/flight training. Along with participation in sanctioned offensives and participation in Defensive operations

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Bolden.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Anything further?

Old Business

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, moving on. Any old business to discuss this evening?

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Thank goodness. Now to listen to me ramble for an hour.

Keynote Topics

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Me, oh my: I have quite a lot to talk about this evening. In preparation for the work I plan on having completed next week, I want to go over everything that’s on the plate. It's a . . lot.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia:  Officer Meetings: First up, as mentioned last week—I will be hosting a couple dozen one on one sit downs with officers over the course of the next couple of days. The sit downs will be utilized to go over a few key elements.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, every officer will be required to cite their current projects, advancements, and what areas they find as weakness in their duties. After which, I will be critically assessing their areas of operation and provide them with one of three ratings: excellent, satisfactory, and unsatisfactory.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent rating will mean the officer fits within my expectation and no real action is needed. Satisfactory rating will mean there are areas I find that an officer is lacking in. In reply to such, I will prepare a short list of tasks for the officer to complete and check up with them within 30 days to determine if those tasks have been completed. Unsatisfactory rating will result in a stringent list of tasks, with several check ups over the next 30 days to insure progress. Failure to demonstrate progress could result in loss of position. I don’t suspect any of my officers currently fall within this bracket, but, going to make it an option anyways! Tee hee.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: The schedule is as follows:

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia takes a deep breath:

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Sunday, March 7th:

11:00 AM SLT - Steff Flintoff

1:00 PM SLT - Jason Backer

4:00 PM SLT - Keller Teichmann

5:00 PM SLT - Dascede Aluveaux

6:00 PM SLT - Zrazor Rosebush

7:00 PM SLT - Gulliver Carpool

8:00 PM SLT - Trinity Heckroth

9:00 PM SLT - Xayvien Rau

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Monday, March 8th:

1:00 PM SLT - Inoue Katsu

4:00 PM SLT - Blaze Wiles

5:00 PM SLT - Desereck Creeggan

6:00 PM SLT - Sosarin Demar

9:00 PM SLT - Zero Itamae

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Tuesday, March 9th:

5:00 PM SLT - Anlysia Gregoire

6:00 PM SLT - Cyphre Iredell

7:00 PM SLT - Trevor Russell

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Wednesday, March 10th:

2:00PM SLT - Ethan Schumann

5:00 PM SLT - Soulbinder Wolfstein

7:00 PM SLT - Heather McKay

Thursday, March 11th:

6:00 PM SLT - Detox Exonar

8:00 PM SLT - Genesis Ronmark

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Friday, March 12th:

6:00 PM SLT - Zerowinged Vasiliev

7:00 PM SLT - Fermi Torok

Saturday, March 13th:

8:00 PM SLT - Scarlet Flaks (?)

Sunday, March 14th:

8:30 PM SLT - Scientific Waffle

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: If time arises, I will open this opportunity to any command NCO member of any division. I promise not to bite if an NCO steps up for a review.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: What I do ask from all of you, is that during this you please be mindful and try to avoid distracting me. I will be investing a lot of time in to the process, and, as you can see . . . pretty tight schedule. Sunday will essentially be me sitting here with a caffeine IV.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Next, then.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia:  Projects: The project list I am undertaking is fairly extensive. These are in no particular order, but I will be completing them all by the 14th. Here is a basic run down:

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: 1. Rank Revision:  I will be restructuring the way our ranks are set up. Notably, I am dismantling the “Veteranus” rank group, the W-1 and W-2 roles. Initially, the W ranks were intended to serve as “officers in training,” or for individuals who really didn’t have aspirations to go any further than enlisted. In reality, W-1 and W-2 are just being treated as junior officers. They have the same authority and duties as O ranks. Thus there is really no reason to keep them. W-1 and W-2 will become O-1 and O-2. All of the current officer ranks will thus be bumped up two spots—O-1 to O-3, O-2 to O-4, et cetera.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: There was some opposition to this idea among the officer corps when it was brought up for discussion . . . but honestly, I really didn’t find a compelling reason to keep the warrant ranks. The original point of the warrant position will effectively be replaced by new focus on E-7 annnnnd a new enlisted rank: E-8.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: E-8 was an idea we toyed with a couple months ago. I have opted to go forward with it. In a nutshell, E-8 will be a limited role. An individual can either choose to move from E-7 to O-1 or E-7 to E-8 (later down the road, an E-8 could go to O-1 if they wished). The point of E-8, however, will be to operate as a special “command” enlisted member. E-8’s will be given the same raid powers as an officer, but none of the expected administration duties.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: So essentially, an E-8 will be our war lords/common raid leaders. As part of their position, they will receive the same seminar courses officers receive on combat leading. As I said: it will be limited. Tentatively, expecting no more than 3 from Terra, 2 from Astra.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: E-8 has not been named, thus yet. But that will be explained in another topic.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:20] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar.

[18:20] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:20] Sosarin Demar: Will there be one "o-2" (previously w-2) per division or will it be expanded?

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Expanded without limitation.

[18:20] Sosarin Demar: Okay, thank you.

[18:20] FireFox Breed rises paw

[18:20] Kiyaru Kanto raises his hand

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: (Shout your questions unless centralized.)

[18:21] Corsi Mousehold: With these new ranks, will the rank insignias change overall or minor tweaks to the current insignias?

[18:22] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic waves his arms

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Current insignias will remain. I've been strong arming a pastry head to redo them for a few weeks now.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Breed?

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: (I meant Scientific Waffle, if you didn't get my pastry joke.)

[18:23] FireFox Breed: When it comes to a E-8. Is there a limit on how many there can be per division?

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: I refer you to the last line of my statement: [18:19] Aryte Vesperia: So essentially, an E-8 will be our war lords/common raid leaders. As part of their position, they will receive the same seminar courses officers receive on combat leading. As I said: it will be limited. Tentatively, expecting no more than 3 from Terra, 2 from Astra.

[18:24] FireFox Breed: ty dident see that

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kanto?

[18:24] Kiyaru Kanto: nevermind, I've got my answer from corsi's question

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Awesome.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kaventipovic?

[18:25] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Sir would a E-8 would wear the White strip pants even though his not considered a real officer or will they will wear the red still? Or.... will there be a new color for E-8s

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Red.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Akin to a command NCO.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Movin' on:

[18:26] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand .... again.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: No further questions on that.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: 2. Rank System:  The minimum requirement system is basically completed now. The forms and exams are online, but not entirely structured or set up (as in, can’t grade them yet). However, you may begin taking exams. Expect some delay in turn around/grading. I will make sure this is completed and finalized. When it is done, you can expect to find it all under a single “Exam Center” menu, with all the requirements set up together under rank headings. Thank you Firefox for working on those technical side problems.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: (It's currently under the "List Menu" tab.)

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:27] Azoth Zsun: o/

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Zsun?

[18:28] Trevor Russell raises hand.

[18:28] Azoth Zsun shouts: With the exams, I would just like to confirm. If we wish to move up in rank and we are already past E-3, do we still need to take that exam?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Minimum req exams encompass E-1 to E-7. If that is your question. Otherwise, if you meant . . If you're E-4, but you haven't taken the E-1, 2, 3 exam, do you have to before moving on? Yes, you do.

[18:29] Azoth Zsun: thank you

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Russell?

[18:29] Trevor Russell: will these requirements be requirements be just for promotions within the enlisted ranks? or for beyond as well? that is, for an e-7 looking to advance, would they need to complete the prior rquiremnts first (as would an e-5 wanting to g to e-6, per your previous statements)?

[18:30] Kiyaru Kanto raises his hand

[18:31] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic waves his arms

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kanto?

[18:31] Kiyaru Kanto: Are we allowed to fill in all these exams, without necessarily being near the promotion rank, merely to get them out of the way and leave the promotions at the hands of the imperator (you)?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: As said to Azoth: yes. All the minium reqs beneath the rank you're currently at will need to be fulfilled. As a sidenote, I will not be counting these explicitly until the set up is at 100% (with grading and the headings correct, etc), so promotions will continue as normal until mentioned otherwise.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Definitely!

[18:31] Kiyaru Kanto: sweet:D

[18:31] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic puts his arm down

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: The exams are just extra education steps-- they do not mean auto promotion, etc. It's just a way to ensure people are reading materials we find pertinent.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Again, be sure to shout questions.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Please!

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on:

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: 3. Schola:  As mentioned last week, Schola revisions will be handed out and finished here as well. We have a fairly comprehensive list (thanks to Zero Itamae) of changes to make. Among them, a new addition will be made in Phase six, with the issuing of a sort of “What’s next?” lesson for new member. In that, Armatura, raid practices, and other day to day things to expect in the Ordo will be covered. Any additional changes that anyone may have in mind please bring them up to Zero.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: 4. Combat training:  Over the course of the week, I will host several wide scale, all members invited combat training missions. The design will be within the parameters of my “stress test” curriculum, with focus on honing the individual behaviors of members. After the initial roll out, this sort of training will become a cornerstone of our practices. Officers will be expected to host future events fairly frequently.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: For those who are curious what a “stress test” curriculum constitutes, it will essentially put one team at unusual odds with the intent and purpose of . . . well, being unwinnable. Teams will be rated on their abilities to improvise, maintain order, and react to the problems presented with very limited resources.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: 5. Praetorian Guard:  Guard selection will go full steam over the course of the week. Initial applications are filed. We will begin the process of the review itself and, hopefully, begin some of the direct trials. In addition to which, I will be ensuring the implementation of the Carta to the Guard over the course of the week. This includes making the appointments and revisions internally, as we’ve been mandating for some time now. I will be speaking to Kytec with this shortly.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Queeestions?

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Mm yay. Next:

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: 6. Expanding horizons:  During last week’s officer meeting, I proposed the question . . . or rather, proposed the idea that the Ordo must consider capitalizing upon down time/idle time on base. Although we typically peak 100+ defensives and 10+ offensive deployments per week, there are still many hours of inactivity in which members are simply forced to sit here and wait for the next battle. It is my belief that, although this has been the norm for many years, that we must explore ways to fill that down time.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Tomorrow’s officer meeting will be focusing on this topic, and, hopefully throughout the week we will begin implementing projects or opportunities for members to spend their time on base, while contributing to their own education and the atmosphere of the group. This is really an opportunity to think outside the box, and, I want to hear from you all. I have a forum post open for these ideas: get ‘em posted. No debating with others! Just get some ideas on the page: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7240-meeting-topic-ideas-for-spending-idle-time/

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: (Think: shooting range.)

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Almost there, I promise. Next:

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: (Keep in mind I am reading off my to do list for the week-- so, q.q:)

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: What am I on? Oh. 7. Honor titles/additional merits: Some weeks ago, Tiridates proposed that we adopt honor titles and consider adding additional merits to the pool. I will be exploring this. Among the ideas remains the "Champion" status, which I will focus on and see it implimented. As a reminder to that idea:

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: In summary:

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Champion of the Imperium – The Champion is selected every (insert time here), for the duration of (insert time here). Candidates are nominated only by Legates -level personnel from which the Imperator selects the recepient. A Champion can be selected more than once, but not consecutively. Any individual, prior to offical sanctioning, must pass a disciplinary and security reviews and investigations.

[18:42] Vincent Lucerne: O_O;

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Quiet please.

[18:43] Vincent Lucerne: :x

[18:43] Vincent Lucerne: ASSASSIN!

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: The Honour of Champion of the Imperium would entitle the individual to the following:

Unlock of a single item (except for officer/praetorian only materials) within the armory, including vehicles (they'd have to attend qualification classes and training)

The attachment of the honorific title of Champion of the Imperium (they are formally refered to as (example) “Primus of the Agentes In Rebus, Tiridates Mikadze, Champion of the Imperium”

or “Triplicarius of Terra, John Doe, Champion of the Imperium” etc.

When they relinquish the Regalia and Honor, they receive a merit that commemorates their honorary tenure as Champion (if they have been champion more than once, a numerical indicator in a corner of the Merit would indicate how many times).

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: In the way of honor titles, as Tiridates cited: "the Champion Honor is the primary, and most lavish example, but other possibilities are honors like 'Guardian of the Watch', 'Imperial Historial', etc."

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Again. All quite rough still. But on my plate for next week.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:44] Sheri Kira rasies her hand

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: (Somewhere in the world, Scientific Waffle's ears are ringing, as he realizes he has like 1900 new merits to make.)

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Kira?

[18:45] Sheri Kira: its pertaining to the shooting range sir

[18:45] Sheri Kira: has the problem with it been fixed yet sir?

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: I wasn't aware there was a problem. Appraise me on it after the meeting and I'll find out. Let's keep to the topic, please.

[18:46] Sheri Kira: yes sir

[18:46] Kryo Recreant raises a hand.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Recreant?

[18:46] Kryo Recreant shouts: Would there be any mechanism in place to ensure that the same one person isn't constantly awarded the same Honorific time and time again, or is that still a part of what's under development?

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Afraid Arokh will be Lord of Banners for the next decade?

[18:47] Arokh Takakura: :V

[18:47] Kryo Recreant shouts: No sir, more that Kytec will be the Eternal Champion. Thank you.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: But yes. Haha. I will make note of that.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia laughs.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: PRAETORIAN PRAFECTUS EXEMPT FROM THAT TITLE.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: (I'll make sure there is a methodology imposed that we don't see the same person getting the same title over and over.)

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for bringing that up.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:49] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov.

[18:49] Lestat Umarov: What's the status on the BDU's and Legates armor?

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Again, let's stay on topic.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: I'll take that as "next topic" and move on:

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: 8. TI Store and products: As part of the focus, I will be putting significant effort into ensuring the integrity of Titan as a financial supplier to the group. This will include final phase out of older items, retooling of the current line, additional releases, and possibly some store-front changes.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Vyper.

[18:53] Fega Saito: o/

[18:53] Arc Vyper raises hand.

[18:53] Zerowinged Vasiliev raises hand.

[18:53] Arc Vyper: Will the updated guns be passed out ot people who have already bought said weapon, or will they need to repurchase the update.

[18:53] Arc Vyper: s

[18:53] Arc Vyper: f

[18:53] Arc Vyper: 7

[18:53] Arc Vyper: aa

[18:53] Arc Vyper: aa

[18:53] Arc Vyper: >_>

[18:53] Arc Vyper: Hotkeys.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Saito?

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Always, Mr. Vyper.

[18:55] Fega Saito: Is that gun i made finally out of the shop then?

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Haven't an idea what you made, so I'd assume not!

[18:55] Fega Saito: Excellent.

[18:55] Vincent Lucerne: \o

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Vasiliev?

[18:55] Zerowinged Vasiliev: Question a customer brought to me a while back upon catching wind of this revamp: Will the older items just be rescripted or remodled as well?

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Not all of them, no. I would imagine the significant majority will simply cease to exist.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lucerne?

[18:56] Vincent Lucerne: Any wor on the Russ :o?

[18:56] Vincent Lucerne: word*

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Hopefully next week.

[18:57] Vincent Lucerne: :D

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Annnd next topic:

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: 9. Standard operation procedure consolidation: I will be working to pool together all of the Astra, Terra, main group (etc) policy into a single comprehensive database, that way the major elements of the group will be more obviously codeified and obtainable-- regardless of division. Currently our SOP is fractured across a dozen or so notes and countless posts.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Somehow I thought not.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Almost done.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: 10. Tanks: I will be seeing that tank training programs and the order of distribution for tanks is completed, with clarity on who can achieve and how one can achieve armor qualification.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[19:00] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic waves his arm

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kaventipovic?

[19:01] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Will all members of terra get tanks or will it be only for alpha squads they were ment for?

[19:01] Arokh Takakura raises claw.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: I underline this line: "with clarity on who can achieve and how one can achieve armor qualification." In general, armor will be available for

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Er. For Terra in general.

[19:02] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic shouts: What do we have do to get qualify?

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: That . . would be what is being developed.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: :]

[19:02] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Understood sir.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Annnnd last topic from me:

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Oh oops.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Yes, Mr. Takakura?

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: How did I miss Arokh?

[19:04] Arokh Takakura shouts: How would we 'distribute' me? on the topic of tank distribution? :C

[19:04] Vincent Lucerne: :D!

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: >:|

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: AHEM. 11: Direction of theme: the Ordo has always had this strange mish-mash of Warhammeresque, Romanesque appeal. I am curious, genuinely, in the sense of theme . . which direction would members want to see us persist? Do we want to move more toward the Roman basis, or do we want to stray a bit away from it and, say, trickle more into the sort of neo-gothic bastardization of Rome that is Warhammer?

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: That does not mean Space Marine armor, before Vincent gets excited. I mean more along the sake of naming, titles, and general ambiance.

[19:07] Lestat Umarov: Commissars? :o

[19:08] Trevor Russell raises hand.

[19:08] Kryo Recreant raises a hand.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: So, I will be opening a fact finding poll on the topic-- I'll more clearly define what I am asking, in that topic, but, just giving a heads up.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead, Mr. Russell.

[19:08] Trevor Russell: Disregard, i thought you were asking for opinions now.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: I wouldn't mind a few.

[19:09] Vincent Lucerne: ;-;

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Recreant then?

[19:10] Trevor Russell: I personally, love all things roman. Warhammer may be all well and good, but the romans ACTUALLY kicked ass, because they ACTUALLY existed. A roman army seems intellectual; lets face it, "warhammer" evoks the mage (to outsders) of pimply nerds rolling dice over a game board.

[19:11] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his paw to tired to wave it around

[19:11] Trevor Russell: *image

[19:11] Kryo Recreant holds comment until Trevor's point is addressed.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: To clarify: I am not going to be asking "Should we be a Warhammer group? :]" It is in the sense of, should we be thinking . . more along the lines of: Senate, or High Council of Terra?

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Just, in general theme-- things like Commissar vs. Sesquiplicarius, haha.

[19:13] Vincent Lucerne: Commissar.

[19:13] Kryo Recreant: Just a quick one; as 2142 have based themselves upon a game, I would urge a rethink of following the overt 'geekiness' that goes hand-in-hand with basing our entire group dynamic upon Warhammer - they already have formals made by Disembodied Hand and having so much similarity in obviously different militaries seems a little counterproductive. Besides which, it would lead to laziness of thought and blatant plagiarism from the lore of others, whereas we could be creating our own image upon that which has gone before. See the writings of some of our senio members on the forums for what can be done with the ideas we already have in place. The high council, the legions, even the memory of Frumentarii... and the ranks all have their historical place and our recontextualisation.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Obviously we will never be a Warhammer group, nor will we entirely be Space Romans.

[19:13] MikeMurdock McMillan: i like the roman names more

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Speak in turn, please.

[19:13] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Right, right-- again, what I mean, Kryo, is which way do we really want to continue leaning? Does the group WANT me to continue embracing, say, Roman style of government? I can do that, no problem. Or should I be designing things more liberally, with less latinesque names poured into it?

[19:15] MikeMurdock McMillan raises hand

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Mousehold?

[19:15] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: (Last comment with Tretiak; we'll take the rest to a forum thread. But again, I stress: I am not asking should we either be Space Romans, or a Warhammer group. It's me wondering what people like in the way of theme style!)

[19:17] Corsi Mousehold: Well currently as the Ordo we have been sort of carving our own path and our own theme. Rather than being this or being that. Why not just be ... Ordo, and stay to the path we are on with our own unique theme?

[19:17] Agares Tretiak: I feel the mishmash is good, however, our style should probably mirror more rome in soem degrees, to veer out of the realm of nerdraging.

[19:18] Aryte Vesperia: Mishmash will never go away. Again. I could of proposed the question better, I suppose. Would people . . say, be mad if every division didn't have some latinesque name? Stuff like that. :]

[19:19] Aryte Vesperia: But interesting. I'll get a forum post up on it.

[19:19] Agares Tretiak: (I'd be enraged and quit the Ordo if we weren't so roman, I bet. >_>)

[19:19] Aryte Vesperia: Anywho! As you can see. I have lots to do over the next week. Yes, I essentially took a week off from work to catch up on Ordo stuff. But whatev'.

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: Phew . . long meeting! In short: work, work. Lots of stuff in the pipeline. Stay tuned, et cetera.

[19:20] Aryte Vesperia: I will skip open floor tonight. My apologies! But I've devoured all the time this evening.

[19:20] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his other hand since his first got tired

Promotions

[19:21] Aryte Vesperia: PRFs and merits are done. Promotions are not. I will have promotions up by Sunday, I do suspect. Apologies for delay: I got a little behind.

[19:21] Vinnie Lei raises hand

[19:22] Aryte Vesperia: I'll drop PRFs out here:

[19:22] Aryte Vesperia: [PRFS]

Nohime Runner

Kiyaru Kanto

Vincent Kroitschov

Larry Furlough

Maza Rau

Nooj Balut (+unlock)

[19:22] Aryte Vesperia: I'll post merits with the promotions.

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: So! We're done. Thank you for a good meeting. Combat will be called in a bit.

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: OH HELL I FORGOT ONE TOPIC.

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: Crusades: big raids next week.

[19:23] Typhon Perun salutes, "Saraiva ao Imperator, bebê."

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: That's it in a nutshell.

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia: OK DONE.

[19:23] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[OnEngagement Reports.]

Agreed, Jayce. I don't think it's all laziness. I think we do sometimes forget that Mercury's not always catch-all when it comes to who was where. I do believe Aryte has mentioned filling in the list manually before.

[Ordo Meeting - 27FEB10]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 27 February 2010

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SUBJECT: Weekly issues.

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SUMMARY: Ordo personnel gather for discussion.

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CHAT LOG:

Meetinng Opener

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Good evening everyone and welcome to this week’s meeting. Let’s get right to it.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: As a reminder, please hold questions or comments until you are provided the time to speak. Interruptions will result in dismissal from the gathering. Furthermore, when you are given the chance to speak, please shout your questions/comments. Our recorder is centralized, so, if you’re on a fringe she may not hear you.

Imperator’s Report

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Having said that, let’s get to this week’s statistics:

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Members: 288. Cadets: 8.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Applications: 17. 4 Approved. 4 Waiting. Rest denied.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Offensive deployments: 12.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Defensive pings: 117.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week have been . . . interesting. On the formal level, nothing particular really occurred: no sit downs, discussions, et cetera. However, on account of the combat infractions on Thursday, some considerable changes have been made to our stance/cooperative efforts with both SK and CS.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who were present, this probably isn't any surprise.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: But for those of who weren’t, let me summarize it: CS and SK assaulted Titan Thursday afternoon with a large force. Our defense line held without major infraction for the majority of the battle. As latency increased, CS members were noted as frequently showing up in random spots of the base. We took this action as “norm” and treated them kindly, simply requesting they teleport home. However, as the battle grew more desperate . . . our requests weren’t quite so heeded.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: The following video was captured, detailing several behaviors that weren’t too appreciated. Notably, the first half minute of the video shows a common exploit: dodge rolling/using impulse at the border to propel far from the proper point of transition at the sim edge. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-I66wuBxSw (Thanks Wolfshaman.)

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: CS and SK forces utilized the aforementioned, coupled with the latency making bullets ineffective, to reach our headquarters building. Despite obvious underhandedness, they took it as a victory. Our complaints on the situation have been written off as “Ordo is being sore about losing.” Quite the contrary. Combat is our point and purpose. If CS and SK managed to best us without that nonsense, we’d be more than happy to congratulate them. We've done so in the past when 2142 was able to make a decent incursion beyond our lines.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: In this instance, however, they’ve only proven our flexibility and kindness was abused. In the future, any instances of sim-transition abuse or failed teleportation abuse will result in a prompt banishment.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: As an immediate response to the battle, on Thursday, Ordo deployed a major counter-offensive on SK’s headquarters.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: The enemy was held in their spawns for the duration of the three hour battle. SK has summarily closed their region for a rebuild.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: That, I would consider a victory. Heh, in contrast to their two minutes of success behind our lines on account of flagrant abuse of our expectations. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEFC_bwkLao (Thanks Daiza!)

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Unit reports for this evening?

Divisional Reports

[18:09] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

Tactica

[18:10] Corsi Mousehold: For Tactica. Lots of bases have had lots of changes. Reports for Cati, BSM, and RI are on hold for the moment (Basicly all of Corsi's report portfolio) because they have all changed their bases. Black Scorpions actually having changed twice this week alone. As for the other reports, we have given the Tactica team the options to choose bases they want to report on and will be assigning the rest out later in the week.

[18:10] Corsi Mousehold: Trevor is busy as heck with school as per the usual but is releasing several new documents as soon as possible for Tactica as well. Also there is a Forum post on the change of the OIC that has been implimented as of late. For those not familiar with it you can see the link here: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7132-responsibilities-of-the-oic-and-sog/

[18:11] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:11] Corsi Mousehold: If you want to have a look later, it is pinned to the top of the General Discussion board. This ends the report for Tactica.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak?

Praetorian Guard

[18:12] Agares Tretiak: For the Praetorian Guard: The applicaitons continue to come in. I'd like to remind everyone that the application deadline for becoming a candidate ends Tuesday, March the 2nd. Late applications will be denied. ALl applicants will recieve notification on thier status sometime in early march, I think on thier acceptance into the Candidate Trials.

[18:13] Agares Tretiak: Everyone's done an excellent job so far, and I look forward to seeing more applications. Those who ahve yet to write one shoudl refer tot he relevant forum post.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Link for those interested: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/7109-praetorian-candidacy-application-essays/

[18:13] Lestat Umarov raises hand(due to being under the floor and relogging earlier :/)

[18:13] Agares Tretiak: (Which the Imperator has graciously provided for you. :D)

[18:13] Agares Tretiak: That's all.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Mr. Umarov?

Terra

[18:14] Lestat Umarov: It's been a nusy week for Terra and terms of Combat and Training. We've seen a recent rise in attacks from the Rusty Anvil, with SK, CS, and 2142 attacking us frequently throughout the week. I intend to take to alpha squad commanders sometime after the meeting in regards to the current state of their squads. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:14] Lestat Umarov: busy*

[18:14] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "A week of yet again, steady activity, with terrific performance all around on raids on both 2142 and SK. Hopefully going to fill one vacancy in short order."

[18:14] Lestat Umarov: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "Things were moderately slow with a large number of the squad out for schoolwork or personal buisness over the week. With a modest amount of things coming back around we will be more active once again. We had one (1) training session this week on Sunday and several members of the squad on raids through the week. We have over the past few weeks been seeing the use of the Infensus tanks especially against Sturm Korps and getting used to them in general. We will be continuing with training sessions on the tanks and usage of them in the weeks to come as well. "

[18:15] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "Resource development continues at the usual pace. The demolitions HUD will be released by the end of the week. In the meantime, as we wait for materials to be developed, Insidiae will begin a regular, concerted training regimen in Malleus over the course of the next week. As mentioned at the previous meeting, the squad still has two openings, applications are still being taken and can be found at http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6895-insidiae-taking-applications/"

[18:15] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been a rather odd shift as I have now assumed the role of B CO. March draws near which opens up a new month to get those PRFs done! We've had some ideas come in for some group activites so make sure if you want in on the upcoming fun, bug your commanders. All in all activity has still continued to increase as well welcome a good deal of new faces to the group. Heres hoping next week will be just as awesome guys!"

[18:15] Lestat Umarov: From Ron for Cohors C: "Ribena resigned from his position in Cohors C, and other positions in the Ordo. Retains membership, and hopes to be back soon. Otherwise it's all nice and inactive in Cohors C."

[18:15] Lestat Umarov: A little note from myself for Cohors C: "I intend to fill the position as soon as possible, so be sure to watch the Terra forum for the position opening."

[18:15] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Next?

[18:17] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar.

Astra

[18:17] Sosarin Demar shouts: Some great combat excursions this week against air assets such as SK and CS. Training continued. Congratulations to shippo Coba and Kiyaru Kanto for earning your wings. Splendid job, both trainers and trainees. The training queue is effectively cleared. After getting settled in for a time, I hope to see some Thanatos training next week as well as the normal retinue of activities. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Do any other units wish to report this evening?

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Final call.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then.

Old Business

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on. Any old business to bring up for discussion this evening?

[18:19] Vincent Lucerne: \o

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lucerne.

[18:19] Vincent Lucerne: Navis this week :D?

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Please see Mr. Schuman.

[18:19] Vincent Lucerne: :O

[18:20] Ethan Schuman: (After the meeting please)

[18:20] Vincent Lucerne: ok :o

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Very good. Anything else?

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: I had one-- a comment ont he Guard, but Agares handled that. So. Final call on old business.

[18:21] Intus Infinity raises hand

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Infinity.

[18:21] Intus Infinity: I will be posting all further weekly website reports on the forums from now on.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Mr. Infinity. Did Canada beat the UK this week?

[18:22] Intus Infinity: UK 319, Canada 300

[18:22] Intus Infinity: Lol.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Neck and neck.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Moving on!

Keynote Topics

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: On to main topics this evening. I have a couple to touch on. Nothing too extravagant. After which, I'll open the floor.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, as a comment to officers and those curious, I will begin holding quarterly (three months or so) one on one review with officers. I will be utilizing this t ime to critically assess ares of improvement and areas that officers are doing well in.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Areas, rather.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: As part of this, I will be holding officers accountable on the "areas of improvement." I will be posting a schedule for officers sometime before March 8th, allowing them to select a time slot.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: After which, if any individual in a command position would care for a one-on-one, I'd be happy to provide-- I may have to defer it to one of your officers, based upon my knowledge of your activities.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:28] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:28] Zrazor Rozenstrauch raises hand

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Tretiak?

[18:28] Agares Tretiak: Does this include standing Praetorian Guardsmen, as well?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Yes.

[18:29] Agares Tretiak: THank you, sir.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Rosebush?

[18:29] Zrazor Rozenstrauch: How soon can we expect these review sessions?

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: The week of March 8th.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: I'll be devoting a time slot each day that week for the project.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Next, then.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Oops, this would have been more of an old business topic, but:

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: In regards to the promotion system on the database. Firefox is still working on the tables. He had some setbacks due to being assigned to shoveling snow for the government. Business as usual until those are up.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions on that?

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: A comment to be made in regards to the European timezone:

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: First off, I would like to take a moment to recognize all of our Euro members. Thank you, all of you. A lot of excellent action and good things coming out of that timezone as of late. Our numbers are steadily growing for the "night" guard.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: I appreciate your contributions, especially in the sense of holding down the fort during the . . well, twilight hours for most of us.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: On that note, I wish to make a comment for those of you who find themselves staying up a bit late, straying into the hour of accents and Jason Backer. For a year or so, the late hours have sort of turned into the "welll . . it's late, sooo. . whatever" on occassion.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Please be certain to uphold group standards, no matter the hour or level of sleep deprivation. Late night is no longer the land of dragons and mysterious visitors. Well. Arokh. But my point is: goofing off late at night is spoiling the time spent by folks who find that hour to be their prime time.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:41] Ethan Schuman raises his hand.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Schuman?

[18:42] Ethan Schuman: Not so much a question as a comment. At some point soon, I'm going to be launching late night "expeditions". The purpose of these will be to find groups of potential Ordo candidates who are often online at these times.

[18:43] Ethan Schuman: Basically, we'll scour the map for groups of green dots and go check them out.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: There are actually several groups that are fairly active at that hour. If you find anything that need to be added to the list of "OK to lead raid on without prior approval," let me know.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Oh. Or that.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Anything else, Schuman?

[18:46] Ethan Schuman: No, that's all from me.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Mr. Lei?

[18:46] Vinnie Lei: As one of the few eurofolks here right now... I have to thank you for your kind words, sir. I (and I'm sure all the other euro's) really apreciate it. *takes another glass of coke o.o*

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: My pleasure, and thank you.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions or comments?

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: And last from me:

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: As a reminder, my school schedule is particularly miserable until March 8th. I have to major projects to handle next week, so expect me to be aloof/remain aloof.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: I . . had something to add to that, but I honestly just forgot.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Oookay then. Must not have been too important.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: I'll have more meaningful topics next week, with major updates/schedule of completion for major projects.

Open Discussion

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: On that note. Open floor. Any topics?

[18:51] Zrazor Rozenstrauch raises hand

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Rosebush.

[18:51] Kryo Recreant raises a hand.

[18:52] Zrazor Rozenstrauch: ...I forgot too :<

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Not something to be trendy about.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Recreant?

[18:53] Zrazor Rozenstrauch suddenly remembered and raises hand again.

[18:53] Kryo Recreant shouts: What kind of punishments, if any, can we expect to see levied against those who would go out of their way to indulge in inappropriate behaviour during the 'wee' hours?

[18:55] Lestat Umarov: Flogging

[18:56] Zrazor Rozenstrauch: Thumbscrews.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Scaled to the individual offense, of course. But if the individual can be shown as purposefully using the evening hours to attempt to circumvent expectations, I will treat (or rather, order Curia) that as an aggrivating circumstance.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Lestat, Zrazor. Please recall my comments at the start of the meeting.

[18:56] Arokh Takakura Raises claw.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Takakkakakura?

[18:57] Arokh Takakura: I agree with Kryo's point, also, I took a few photos, you may bother me after the meeting for a folder. Lots of cool pics of a hall with around 52+ folks all crowded in.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Oh thank you.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Any other comments, questions on this?

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Any other topics?

[18:59] Zrazor Rozenstrauch raises hand again

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Rosebush?

[18:59] Zrazor Rozenstrauch: On behalf of the Insidiae members who've been pestering me about it at least five times a day for a couple of weeks now, when can we expect the Insidiae demolitions HUD to be released?

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Well.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: As I told you last night.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Tsume has to send it to me.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Until he does. I have no idea.

[19:00] Vincent Kroitschov: rasises hand

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Kroitschov?

[19:01] Vincent Kroitschov shouts: who is able to recieve hte hud for use when completed?

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: (As soon as he gets it to me, I'll perm it up, Z.)

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Insidiae members.

[19:02] Vincent Kroitschov: oki

[19:02] Vincent Kroitschov: thanks

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Any other topics or questions?

[19:02] Vincent Kroitschov: gives mesomethgn to ork toard ^_

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: :]

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: All right then.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Combat this evening: I will host a raid after the meeting. The usual.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand on that note. On to promotions/PRFs.

Promotions

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Okay, to be blunt. Ffff-. Lots.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Many of you probably had a merit handed to you during the meeting by Tenaki. That was to alleviate some of the misery for me. Thank you Tenaki.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Sooo, without further adieu:

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: [PRF]

Kryo Recreant

Marc Gravois

Zashi Southpaw

Williamca Zenovka

Corsi Mousehold

Nooj Balut

Zacharias Bardasch + 1 unlock

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: [Merits/Promotion]

Arc Vyper - [instructor]+25qp

Arokh Takakakakura - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Blaze Wiles - [Corona Argentum]

Corsi Mousehold - [Corona Obsidionalis] +1unlock

Daiza Dowren - [E-5]; [Corona Obsidionalis] +1unlock

Desereck Creegan - [indoctrination]; [Ordo Achievement]; [Mechanized] +whateveryou'reanofficeritsalot.

Fermi Torok - [Corona Vallaris]

Hollowengitus Yifu - [E-2]; [Combat Prowess]+25qp

Kryo Recreant - [Combat Proweress MKII]+25qp

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Lupus Mielzner - [Extended Service]

Marc Gravois - [E-2]; [Combat Prowess]+25qp

Murcielago Neox - [E-3]; [Combat Prowess]+25qp

Nohime Runner - [Homeland Defense]+25qp (Unlock)

Ron Bleac - [Diplomacy]; [Corona Argentum]+1unlock/+25qp

Sosarin Demar - [Corona Argentum]

Teron Gray - [Custos]

Vile Swordthain - [Comrade Support]+25qp

Vinnie Lei - [Merit of Honor]+1unlock

Wolfgang Senizen - [E-2]

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Suddenly IM spam.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Please see your unit leaders about PRFs.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Not me.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: If your unit leader is not fulfilling their duty on it, see their boss.

[19:07] Vincent Kroitschov: raiseshand

[19:07] Trinity Heckroth raises hand

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: And on special mention: all of the participants of the major defense operations this week were awarded Homeland for their activity.

[19:08] Nohime Runner: :D

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: I can spam it if you'd like, but there's a shit ton.

[19:09] Zashi Southpaw: ;3

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Yes, Kroitshov?

[19:09] Vinnie Lei raises hand on that

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: (Sending list to you, Dascede.)

[19:10] Vincent Kroitschov: i forgot who my unit leader is... ibe ben too ought p in cllege to remember name

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Check roster under Terra forums.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Heckroth?

[19:10] Trinity Heckroth: The last time the Merit of Honor was given out, there was a short speech honoring the recipient. Was just wondering if the same should be done for Mr. Lei on his receipt of the award.

[19:10] Vincent Kroitschov: may i get themane so i ban bug em

[19:10] Vincent Kroitschov: lol chat lagg

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: I don't have one prepared. Also, kind of an inappropriate time to randomly ask that.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Lei?

[19:12] Vinnie Lei: For Homeland Defense. I believe that every person deserves to be recognized. but I do relaise it might spam the chatscreen. but I wanted to point that out. Congrats for the defense.. ya'll rock. n stuff

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Oookay.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Will do, then.

[19:12] Nooj Balut: congratulations you all :D

[19:12] Vinnie Lei: Thank you sir.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Le sigh. Here we go:

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Agares Tretiak - [Homeland Defense] +25qp

Anlysia Gregoire - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Arc Vyper - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Blaze Wiles - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Corsi Mousehold - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Crash Silverfall - [Homeland Defense]+25qp (Unlock)

Daiza Dowren - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Dempster Duncker - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Desereck Creeggan - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Detox Exonar - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Drasamax Python - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Fermi Torok - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Foxers Fhang - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Genesis Ronmark - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Heather McKay - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Heavy666 Bolden - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Hollowmengitus Yifu - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Jayce Iredell - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Keller Teichmann - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Keno Pontoppidan - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Kirshak Clarity - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Kryo Recreant - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Kytec Switchblade - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Lupus Mielziner - [Homeland Defense]+25qp (Unlock)

Murcielago Neox - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Renji Bikcin - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Ron Bleac - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: (hate)

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Scientific Waffle - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

ShadowFang Blessed - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Sosarin Demar - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Sykes Foxclaw - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Tator Bluebird - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Tenaki Kupferberg - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Teron Gray - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Trevor Russell - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Trinity Heckroth - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Tsume Xiao - [Homeland Defense]+25qp (Unlock)

Tyler Furry Yaseotoko - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Vile Swordthain - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Vinnie Lei - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

[19:14] Joseph Hoxley: (i never see my name anymore.)

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: WolfShaman Warrior - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Xayvien Rau - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Zashi Southpaw - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

Zrazor Rozenstrauch - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

plops Magic - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

zanndor Aeon - [Homeland Defense]+25qp

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: OK!

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: THERE.

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: HAPPY?

[19:15] Vinnie Lei: I <3 YOU, sir.

[19:15] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: \o.o/

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Just wow.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Anyways.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Always next week, so on and so forth.

[19:16] Vincent Kroitschov: aww i wasnt on the cool peoples list

Meeting Closer

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you all for the good meeting. Dismissed. Reboot and such if you want in on the raid.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Responsibilities of the OIC and SoG]

Furthermore, if you are not OIC (and are an officer), the OIC is an NCO, and you are not otherwise reasonably detained, you should assume OIC (politely) to maintain an officer's presence in command.

I thought it was never okay for anyone to take over the OIC position without first having permission from the current OIC?

[Ordo Meeting - 20FEB10]

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**********Meeting Report**********

NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 20 February 2010

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SUBJECT: General topics.

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathers for discussion of recent issues, developments.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Good evening everyone. Thank you all for attending today’s meeting. We will make this as expedient, albeit thorough as possible.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: As a reminder, please hold questions or comments until provided the opportunity to speak. Any interruption will be answered with a cordial dismissal from the gathering. When you are provided the opportunity to speak be sure to shout your comments or questions if you are not near the center: our note taker is centralized, so, she may not hear you otherwise.

Imperator’s Report

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: To begin, this week’s statistics:

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Members: 288. Cadets: 7.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Applications: 16. 4 approved. 12 denied.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: 10 offensive deploymenys. 49 defensive pings.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Deployments, too.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week have been fairly interesting. The Anti-IS coalition seems to be rapidly loosing steam. Their assault patterns have dipped. Recently, the action by the anti-IS has been focused on the Alliance Navy. The intent to exploit the AN’s lighter defense is obvious. Thus far, efforts have been thwarted by the joint patrol of the Mercateers and Ordo.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Our operations have been varied, with intent to spread combat exposure among as many groups as possible. Command has largely avoided deployment on our usual targets—2142 and CS—with the hopes of allowing things to cool down a bit. We will be resuming frequent and large scale operations on them.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: On the CADUSC front: last weekend the Ordo was accused of theft by Vanguard command, Christoph Naumova. Naumova insisted that an Ordo member had stolen the Vanguard muzzle flash. The allegations were countered by the Ordo delegation during the bi-weekly Iron Symphony/CADUSC meetings. After a bout of research, it was found that . . . quite amusingly, Vanguard “stolen muzzle flashes” are actually our muzzle flashes, which were stolen by a Vanguard member months ago. The flashes in question were provided to us by Syl Kiranov of Seraphim Systems, the individual responsible for the creation of our Nemesis, Thanatos, Thantanemesis, Benelli Elite, Thunderhammer, Jetpack, and SCAR-L.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Naumova initially stated that the Vanguard member in question “copied the design, not the sculpt itself.” After the Ordo delegation demonstrated that the sculpt maps are identical (they were simply reuploaded by the Vanguard member in a compressed state), Naumova backpedaled, stating he would need to interrogate the Vanguard member to determine if “he was lied to.” The Ordo intends to press the issue. To add insult to injury, Naumova was wearing the stolen Ordo beret with a Vanguard logo at the time of the meeting. He saw nothing wrong with it, because “it isn’t issued.”

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: We uh, asked around, and were told that the beret is still issued. Sooo.

Divisional Reports

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Unit reports this evening?

[18:06] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: Pretty light week in general for Terra aside from the usual attacks and sim defense. Development has been the key highlight this week aside from training. Gonna jump right into unit reports.

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "Another steady week of activity from the squad. A couple members have contributed some material and ideas for training, which hopefully will be kicking off in short order."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "Light week: two trainings preformed, two PRFs pending (don't kill me), and one slot open in the squad. Nothing else to report."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "The Demolitions HUD is completed and, pending approval and related procedures from the Imperator, is ready for distribution. The crossbow build is also finished, and is awaiting animation and scripting, which should be completed within the next week or so. Uniform development is stalling a bit but this will become our top priority over the next two weeks or so. The squad still has two openings, applications are still being taken and can be found at http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6895-insidiae-taking-applications/"

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been a tad slower in some areas but activity has steadied out nicely. Few PRFs done this week so make sure you're bugging your command to get those done and get some points. To those few who may go inactive as we approach March break (Yay.) Please make sure you let your commanders know so they don't go looking for you. As always things for next week are looking up and a good amount of things to be done and fun to be had!"

[18:09] Lestat Umarov: From myself for the Adiutor Staff: "I may have mentioned this before but there is an opening on the staff. I won't be filling the position until the new doctrine is complete but keep an eye out on the forums. I'll be looking for a Junior NCO preferebly(E-4 to E-5) but will also consider other applicants. I spoke with the builder of the M62 Emancipator revolver and it should be done shortly if all goes well. Still waiting on the masks but I anticipate we'll have then soon as well."

[18:09] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Next?

[18:10] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar.

Astra

[18:10] Sosarin Demar: Astra participation was good this week. We had some major aerial engagements in places such as 2142's Base. Also, we hosted a few training exercises this week, such as Kryo's 'capture the flag' exercise and Foxer's 'maze contest'. I thank everyone who attends such exercises as they are quite helpful. On top of that, training progressed well and I thank you all who were involved. Next week I hope to see more training progress and our flux of newer pilots get comfortable. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Any additional reports?

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Moving on.

Old Business

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up this evening?

[18:12] Intus Infinity raises hand.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Infinity.

[18:12] Intus Infinity: The past week has seen an increase in activity by 3.66%. 2578 visits, 21341 pageviews, and 426 different visitors. Most visites were from the US (1592), the UK (354), and Canada (326). Finland had 51 visits.

[18:13] Lupus Mielziner: *coughs*

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Haha, thank you.

[18:13] Intus Infinity: *Finland isn't fourth place

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Any other old business to bring up this evening?

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Very well. Moving on to keynotes.

Keynote Topics

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: First up this evening. True to his word, the new Commandant of the IEA, Zero Itamae, has completed a comprehensive list of additions and revisions to the Schola curriculum. I expect to have them deployed within a couple of weeks. The changes are essentially a tune up to the existing routine, adding items of discussion that have found to be pertinent to the current Ordo practices.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Along those lines, I would like to note I have made a selection for the position of Master of Exams. His primary role will be to assist me and the IEA director in keeping up with the promotion system. Josey Bingyi, congratulations there. As for the examinations themselves: Firefox is working on the back-end tables. As far as I am aware, they are nearing completion. As promised, promotions will progress regardless of the system’s status. I will not penalize individuals for work time difficulties.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who have already submitted me letters and such: thank you. Keep them handy, so you can submit them to the server when it is up.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:18] Arokh Takakura raises a claw.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Takakura?

[18:18] Arokh Takakura shouts: Will the Schola changes include the proposed section about building off the line in the build-area?

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia writes it down.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Wiiill now.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Very good. Moving on.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: As a heads up, I would like to make everyone aware I will be somewhat scarce for the next couple of days and into next week. I have a couple major projects coming up that need my attention. It will be a fairly big crunch for me until March 7th. I will still be around, simply, probably a bit more inattentive and generally less available.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: However, that leads me into my next topic. As I mentioned a meeting or two ago, I have scheduled the entire week of March the 8th off. I will be using this time to sort of recuperate from all the school nonsense. During that week, I will be scheduling several major Ordo events.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Among which, you can expect multiple group wide training missions intended to utilize my stress test curriculum and “total war conditions.” We will also be utilizing the time to begin preliminary Praetorian trials. It is possible that an extended campaign may be launched, if time permits.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: On the topic of Praetorian trials—I will be speaking with the Praefectus and Evocati Tretiak, after which we will begin taking the initial applications. Details will be posted within a couple of days.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand finally, in regards to the March topic: as promised, I will be wrapping up any major project I am tasked to during that time off.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Moving right along, then.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Now for tonight’s public service announcement, heh!

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: We have been seeing a slight increase in CIR related incidents that I would consider in the “foolery” department. Although we’re hardly at some sort of epidemic level, as a little reminder, I want to underline the separation between “fun” and “foolery.”

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: The key element separating “fun” from “foolery” is the disruption element. Disruptive actions are foolery: they detract from the atmosphere and otherwise are detrimental to the group. Even if the intent of an action is to be “fun,” it is important to realize that a disruptive act means a lot more than a few minutes of goofing off for some folks—there are officers and Curia officials who could be spending hours of effort patching up (case work, incident reports, etc) whatever the disruption was.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: So, when it boils down to it, I have one very simple suggestion: give some forethought to an act you might feel “fun” before going for it. Think of the wider implications. Remember decisions and rules are in place for everyone, for the sake of everyone. If one person is not held accountable, it’s rather difficult to hold anyone accountable.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Hokay.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Next up for this evening:

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: I have hinted about this to a few officers, but I am going to go ahead and make it a public notion. Once we reach 300 members, I am going to begin ejecting individuals I consider to be “super inactive/chance of return improbable.” Let me put it this way: if you’re reading this (log or otherwise), you’re exempt from this intent. My hope is to slowly but surely shore up our active numbers, keeping the group at a relatively stable level numerically, while replacing inactive members “slots” with actives. Once I am satisfied with the sense of active numbers, I’ll allow the member level to progress beyond 300.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Questions there?

[18:29] Blaze Wiles raises paw

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Wiles?

[18:31] Blaze Wiles: just a general statement regarding that, if at that time you are aware of extrainiouse circumstances resulting in a members extended absesne (military deployment or such) would it be helpfull to let you know if it is not posted on the inactivity fourms already

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: And again . . I want to press: this will be aimed at dead weight, not anyone who has participated and simply finds themselves needing to take an extended leave.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: All right.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: On a final note from me today, I do want to recognize the newest generations to our group. I have to say that I am generally fairly impressed by a lot of you. There is a really great energy present—I can tell that several of you are probably future officers and important innovators.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: There are a lot of rising stars among the enlisted these days. That's really an important element for us.

Open Discussion

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Floor open. Topics?

[18:34] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:34] Jayce Iredell raises his hand.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov?

[18:35] Lestat Umarov: For those that it pertains to the newly remade Crown of the Preserver is finished. I'm wearing a copy of the medal on my jacket.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia nods.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: .

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Iredell?

[18:36] Jayce Iredell: With regards to the blockade I noticed that the Merczateers have been responding to Kratus cries for assistance against Vanguard swarms. Did the Mercz lift their blockade or?

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: It's in a "trial" period. Has been for months.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions, comments, topics?

[18:37] BurrWolf Qin raises a paw

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Qin?

[18:38] BurrWolf Qin: I'd like to make the motion to bring Ordo into Star Trek Online.. theres a few members playing

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia laughs. "Uhh . . if anyone playing wishes to found a group, go for it. I doubt I'll ever."

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Anything further?

[18:39] shippo Coba raises paw

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Coba?

[18:40] shippo Coba: I was wondering if it were possible to start an official clan for MW2 for the 360

[18:40] shippo Coba: for ordo.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: I thiiink someone did.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: But you're welcome to if you wish. Get Justice or Devastator on board. I know they play.

[18:41] shippo Coba: Thanks.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Welcome.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Anything else?

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Gray?

[18:42] Teron Gray: Hmm, /2'd that. On the note of diplomatic issues,has 2142 been approached about the.... unusual tactics used as of late?

[18:43] WolfShaman Warrior: [18:42] Teron Gray: Hmm, /2'd that. On the note of diplomatic issues,has 2142 been approached about the.... unusual tactics used as of late?

[18:43] WolfShaman Warrior: (relayed. He locked up)

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: That topic specifically did not arise, however I have been discussing relations with LordBob. Talks are going well. He wishes and does enjoy maintaining an amicable standard with the Ordo.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Anything else?

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Final opportunity.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: All right then.

Promotions

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions and PRFs this weekend:

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Recommendations were fairly light-ish. I added a few on my own volition for individuals I felt had earned their stripe. For the sake of reminding, I do enjoy recommendations for merit and promotion: send them to me at any time. I don't pretend I'm aware of everyone's good feats, so make me and your officers aware.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: PRFs this week (if you're missing--see your unit lead--if they're slacking, see their boss):

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Azoth Zsun

Crash Silverfall

Daiza Dowren

Heavy666 Bolden

Jayce Iredell + 1 unlock

Nohime Runner

Teron Gray + 1 unlock

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions/Merits:

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Arc Vyper - [E-4]

Arokh Takakura - [E-4]

Kastrenzo Benelli - [E-5]

Kryo Recreant - [E-4]; [Good Conduct]; [Recruitment] +25 qp

Larry Furlough - [E-4]

Nohime Runner - [E-2]; [Combat Prowess] +25 qp

Nooj Balut - [E-4]

Ron Bleac - [Corona Argentum] +1 unlock

Shippo Coba - [E-2]

Wolfshaman Warrior - [E-7]

Zacharias Bardasch - [E-4]

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: (Have you ever noticed I tend to do certain ranks each week? Lol.)

[18:49] Nooj Balut: wha-

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Congratulations.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: For others: there's always next week.

Meeting Closer

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Aaand in closing: raid will be called up in a bit. So relog and do your thing. Thank you all for a good meeting. Dismissed!

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 13FEB10]

~ORDO IMPERIALIS~

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**********Meeting Report**********

NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Astra

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DATE: 13 February 2010

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SUBJECT: General discussion

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SUMMARY: Ordo-wide gathering.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Good evening everyone. Thank you all for coming! Have a seat please. As a reminder, please hold comments and questions until the opportunity is provided to speak. You will all be given a chance, so, it is important that you do not break the flow of the discussion by interjecting. 1

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: -1

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Those who do interrupt me will be politely dismissed.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: And probably flogged.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: If you have a question, at the appropriate time, please be sure to shout it. Our recorder is centralized, so she will not be able to hear you unless you do!

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Again. >Shout<.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Having said all of that, let’s get to it.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: First up, this week’s statistics:

Imperator’s Report

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Members 287, cadets 7.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: New applications: 13. Acdepted: 3. Denied: 10.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Curia review: 2.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Defense pings: 91.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Offensive deployments: 8.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events this week have been sparse. There seems to be a fairly eerie quiet while bullets fly against the anti-IS “Anvil Coalition.” Combat with them has been intensive, but, thus far, IS victories have continued to mount.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Notably, the CS has enacted stringent regulations on the sizes of bullets permitted within their new region build. The Ordo has received a general “OK” from their command.

Divisional Reports

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: All right, unit reports this evening?

[18:07] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

Astra

[18:07] Sosarin Demar: Efforts this week were concentrated in training. Fighter and Thanatos training was completed among most of our most recent additions. Congratulations Nohime Runner and Zashi Southpaw. That just leaves shippo Coba in the queue for next week. An exercise was hosted in Malleus to practice bomber escort and dogfighting. I want to thank all who participated and I hope to see more such events in the near future. This will help prepare us for full blown air raids against difficult targets in hard latency. A friendly reminder: Detox Exonar has returned from vacation, so flight reports should go to him. Great job getting those reports in, flight leads, and we welcome you back, Detox. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent, thank you.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: Another eventful week for Terra. The rusty anvil continues to keep us busy while combat deployments are being carried out per the norm. A lot squads are waiting on updates regarding gear and personell busy with school. Aside from that everything is going well. Now, onot unit reports.

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "The status quo, another week of high raid activity from the squad. Some personnel out of commission due to RL concerns or computer troubles, but the rest of the squad keeps hammering away."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "We have recieved peliminary sketches, more updates to be distrubuted as needed. One training preformed utilizing Malleus. Light week."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "The Demolitions HUD is mostly finished, needs additional testing, should be distributed within the next week. Squad currently has two openings and is still taking applications. Apps can be found at http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6895-insidiae-taking-applications/ on the forums for interested parties."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been on track with members being added at a constant rate, but still few PRFs done. Make sure you guys are bugging your commanders to get a PRF done on yourself; gotta get those unlock points! Beyond that activity again is still on a stdeay climb and we hope to see each and everyone at some point come forward to your leads with some great training ideas. Looking forward to next weeks fun and adventures! "

[18:10] Lestat Umarov: From myself for the Adiutor staff: "A few things to bring up per the Adiutor staff. Centurion Soulbinder Wolfstein, Former Legates of Terra, has been appointed as the Terra Chief Advisor, alongside that as an Adiutor Regulator. He will basically be observing Terra from the outside so to the sheer size of the group and assisting Terra Command when needed. It's been decided that the Unit of the month outline will be worked on before Soldier and Officer so as to give a sort of trial run before we delve further into this."

[18:10] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:10] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[18:10] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:10] Vincent Lucerne: :(<----

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Gregoire?

[18:10] Heavy666 Bolden raises a paw.

Munitorum

[18:11] Anlysia Gregoire: I'm not pretyping this, so it may take a sec.

[18:11] Anlysia Gregoire: Light update from Munitorum this week. As you can see, the demo HUD is done. The Crossbow is getting close (finally), and the wristblade and uniform mod are in-progress. Armory update requires me and Aryte to have time to talk, which is difficult due to scheduling conflicts.

[18:11] Vincent Lucerne: ao off

[18:12] Anlysia Gregoire: (AKA he works too much.)

[18:12] Anlysia Gregoire: As you can see, lots of pretty tanks. Maybe I'll find out someone's made training for them, today. :V

[18:12] Anlysia Gregoire: (Probably not though.)

[18:12] Anlysia Gregoire: And...that's about all.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. I should have time this weekend.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Should.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Bolden?

[18:12] Heavy666 Bolden: I just had a general question about the bullet sizes at CS have the specified what size is acceptable?

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: One moment:

[18:13] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Mousehold?

[18:13] WolfShaman Warrior: .06 x .06 x 5m

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:13] Heavy666 Bolden: thats big.

Tactica

[18:13] Corsi Mousehold shouts: Tactica Tactica has been gaining a bit of ground with an information heavy week and sorting out who is where with what. We have stepped onto the soil of two new-to-us militaries the SLAD and the Onyx Empire. SLAD is very open to the idea of our presence and has offered to allow us to explore in detail for the Tactica report. Onyx Empire was originally listed as a 'Military for Hire' but now they have their own sim so that is updated. Delta Force now has a new home as well which has been posted to the forums so this week in short has been a game of musical chairs with military sims with the Special Forces that were previously in Caribbean Breezes still being left without a sim. The word is they are still looking for a home. Finally, Tamarillo, home of Regius, has changed ... again.

[18:14] Corsi Mousehold shouts: Zerowinged is currently working on a high detailed report on the new Thorium build as well. Corsi's working on the new report for Kingston Springs.

[18:14] Corsi Mousehold shouts: Beyond that, Trevor is going to be making a few final twists and turns for Tactica like activity requirements monthly as well as a standard recruitment and assignment policy. Up until now it has been voulenteer for assignments and at present we have a wiki to build. Speaking of the wiki, it has become apparant that the notecard format and the wiki format appear very different from one another so we will be simply abolishing the notecard format.

[18:14] Corsi Mousehold shouts: So yes! Lots of stuff going on! As a reminder to everyone the Wiki is located at http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/ and you must have a validated account to see stuff (refer to http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Help:Accounts for how to have your account validated. This concludes the Tactica report.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Any further unit reports?

[18:16] Vincent Lucerne: \o

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lucerne?

[18:16] Vincent Lucerne: Not so much a "unit" but I did want to tell everyone to go check out Malleus when they have a chance :D

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Aye.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on, then.

Old Business

[18:17] Vincent Lucerne: ^^

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to touch on this evening?

[18:17] Vincent Lucerne: \o

[18:17] Vinnie Lei raises hand (not sure if its old, but anyhows).

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lucerne?

[18:18] Kytec Switchblade raises a hand

[18:18] Vincent Lucerne: Navis this week :O?

[18:18] Intus Infinity raises hand.

[18:18] Ethan Schuman: I have something on that note.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: That's a pretty broad question. The answer is, improbable.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Switchblade?

[18:20] Kytec Switchblade: I would just like to start by stating that this week was extremely eventful on all fronts. Seems the copybot issue has died down after being persued for hours on end, and sleepless nights on all counts have paid off in general. We've had some intense defenses, and some strange occurances, but we came out strong as we always do, Keep up the great work everyone.

[18:20] Kytec Switchblade: Thats all.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Well said. I concur. Thank you, everyone.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Infinity?

[18:21] Intus Infinity: Website activity is on the rise by 1.26%! Most visits the past week were from the United States (1613), Canada (290), and the UK (286). Finland had 49 visits. For a more detailed analysis or questions, contact me.

[18:22] Intus Infinity: *Jason IMs me*

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: I . . like how Ron, alone, puts Finland on the board.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Schuman?

[18:23] Ethan Schuman: Actually, my note was in respnse to the Navis inquiy. I will be holdinga conferrence sometime this week to explore possible future implementations and deployments of a new Navis.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Oh all right.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Sounds good to me.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Any other old business to bring up?

[18:23] Vinnie Lei still holds hand up ;o

[18:24] Ethan Schuman: The meeting time will be posted on the forum. It is open to all.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Lei.

[18:24] Vinnie Lei shouts: I would like to have a 'rumour' confirmed or busted, but there's been mentioning of a weapon in development (in Insidia if not mistaken) which would have something like a dodgeroll/movementenhancement. I'd have big concerns with such in Ordo and thought I'd bring it up.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia points at Anlysia.

[18:24] Anlysia Gregoire: I can field this.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead.

[18:25] Anlysia Gregoire: This actually leads in two directions. First off is the Insidiae wristblade.

[18:26] Anlysia Gregoire: The Insidiae wristblade as a concept has a forward "boost" in it to get the user into melee range more effectively. As it's scripted right now, it works like a basic dodgeroll, but limited to forward only. The final design I want is a bit different. If you're out of melee range but within a specific range, it'll push you forward so you can melee. This is different than a dodgeroll since it only works at a certain range.

[18:27] Anlysia Gregoire: The other direction of this is the Boost Pack, which is a concept I'm working on as part of my backpack initiative. This is a more traditional dodgeroll, as other armies use. However it's designed to replace the jetpack. So you have a dodge roller, yes, but at the cost of not having a jetpack. Basically to make you decide what you want. In this view I consider dodge rolls more balanced.

[18:27] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand.

[18:27] Anlysia Gregoire: There's some other concepts in the backpack vein as other alternatives to the jetpack, since I consider the fact equipment goes jetpack-or-not to be somewhat...limited.

[18:27] shippo Coba: oops

[18:28] shippo Coba: wasent supposed to give that

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for the thorough explanation.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: Mousehold?

[18:29] Corsi Mousehold: Just because this is going to be asked by others and to get the question out to the most possible. Is the backpack going to be in the same locker as the Jetpack?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Presumably not.

[18:29] FireFox Breed rises one of his clawed paws.

[18:29] Anlysia Gregoire: The idea was to open up alternative unlocks. Right now basically everyone gets a jetpack first.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia nods.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Breed?

[18:30] FireFox Breed: Please be reminded that you are required to have a account and know the password on the staff database. http://firefoxinc.net/ordo/ If you do not please see mee. Do to some promotion tests and PRF requesting form being on there it is best you have one. Check your profiles and make sure everything is there and up to date. If you can not log in, something is missing or any questions please im me.

[18:30] FireFox Breed: Also the global comm unit. Please have it on you and use it. I need more load testing and its quite usefull in combat. Bug me if you need help.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Any last questions before we move on?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: All right, perfect. Moving on.

Keynote Topics

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Keynote stuff, yay.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: First. A couple comments to make on the topic of armor. First off: the deployment of armor. The tactical use of our armor in both offensive and defensive posture has become more and more prominent.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: The Ordo began as a mechanized underdog, but, by the efforts of many, we have pushed to the forefront of armored warfare.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Currently, the Ordo is expanding its arsenal and making a more uniformed tier. This will establish the need of additional instructional courses, and, possibly additional structural additions to compensate for the allocation of vehicles to Terra units.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: We will be fielding the following (for sure—doesn’t count any potential additions, like the gigantic tank Vincent had rezzed a moment ago):

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: An un-named heavy battle tank, which will serve as a limited issue “elite” vehicle; it will host a standard main gun, co-axial machinegun, and tough, tough armor. The model in the SW corner of the room.

[18:34] Vincent Lucerne: Thats not that big D:!

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: An un-named medium main battle tank, which will be our main issue combat tank; it will host a standard main gun, co-axial machinegun, and a standard armor shell. The NW corner of the room.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: The Infensus, our currently issued medium/light infantry support vehicle. The Infensus is the vehicle with the dual 20mm cannons and the pod rockets. It is currently fielded by Antesignani.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: An un-named light APC, which will be more widely available to Terra units to create “mechanized infantry” squads. The APC has a significant passenger capacity and sports a single 20mm cannon, with an additional single AT rocket.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: (Behind me.)

[18:35] Tsume Xiao: ((It is named))

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: (Whatever.)

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: The Mangusta, our MRLS platform that is currently in testing phases: it has been fielded a few times against enemy abroad. The Mangusta hosts a slew of rocket pods and a light machinegun for personal defense.

[18:35] Typhon Perun raises a paw

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: There are several other vehicles that have served as test beds—such as the mini tanks and the Leman Russ look-alike. Tentatively, the Leman will find itself on sale soon via-Titan Industries. As for the others, such as the Veritas, that has not yet been determined. For the foreseeable they will remain active.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Perun?

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Foreseeable future, I did mean.

[18:37] Typhon Perun: Are these new vehicles going to be the repsnsiblity for Antesigani, or are they ebing expaned a bit for other divisions due to the exapaned inventory on tanks and such?

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Their deployment will go beyong Antesignani, correct.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Beyond, rather.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: As a side note to the topic of armor, I wish to briefly address the use of armor within Titan.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: It is my policy that armor should be utilized in any situation that the enemy force is of a sizeable nature, unless the enemy is being defeated by infantry assets with notable ease. This is especially important with the anti-IS coalition groups. Their tactics commonly include large scale attacks over long periods of time. Many times, the attacks include several stages and jabs against our allies.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: As such, it is important that armor components act as the weight behind our defense line, allowing for rapid distribution of infantry among multiple battle lines.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Defense commanders are thus recommended to deploy armor to cover crucial points of contact, such as the far extremities of the base line—this allows for infantry to focus on the main defense, while tanks can hold down the usual soft spots.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: In the event that enemy utilizes air assets and is attempting to deploy forces behind the lines, clean-up/firefighting is also a job best trusted to armor. A single Infensus sitting at the last bridgehead can easily remove the threat of enemy deployment from the air. This was demonstrated last night.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: The offensive capability of our armor is commendable, but the defensive power of our armor is beyond impressive.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:42] Corsi Mousehold raises her hand

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Mousehold?

[18:44] Corsi Mousehold: In past defenses in deploying the Infensus I have found it difficult to see over the barricades for infantry and effectively engage opponents on the ground. Can something be done about this close to the center of the front line so armor can be more effective? Even a meter and a half platform is a great difference.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: I will request it.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: No problem.

[18:44] Corsi Mousehold: The biggest example is trying to engage targets on the bridge.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: I know what you're talking about. Low profile, hard to get a shot.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Good point, thank you.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: All right, next topic.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: I wish to briefly re-touch on some basic expectations for the sake of refreshing.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: First up: during briefings for combat, it is expected that you are present and attentive. Asking questions that were covered in the basic rule assessment for the region is hindering the overall coherency of the deployment. Grab a copy of the rules of the region upon entrance and review it yourself for quick re-check.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Be extremely attentive to following the expectations of that region. In the event that you are accused of breaking a specific rule: be polite. Regardless if the claim is baseless, it is important that you do not cop an attitude. It seems like a very basic idea, but you’d be surprised how often an enemy group will be attacking here and my “hey, please don’t take delayed TP” IM is responded with: “FUCK U GUY I NEVER DID THAT OMG.”

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: We, really, do not want to be that guy. Failing that, direct the individual complaining to the raid leader if there are any existing complaints.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: During combat expeditions, conversations must be short and on topic. Remember to use name: always use name. Talk in third person and use directional indicators, based on the world compass. “I am going to the right” is so ambiguous that there was no point in even saying it. “Aryte, heading north east.” Much better.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: . Commentary in regards to how unfair the enemy is and the dissertation about how lame something is will not be tolerated. In the future > > I will be expecting officers to dismiss individuals from raids based on needless rambling. < <

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Now, for a new expectation: unless otherwise stated by the raid leader, non-Ordo weapons are prohibited for use during deployments. I want to see Ordo more uniform in presentation of weaponry/armament. Again, if the raid leader determines it acceptable (be sure the region allows it), you may deviate.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:52] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic Raises his paw

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Kaventipovic?

[18:53] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: If I'm understanding this correctly if we ask are raid leader if using a different company weapon is okay and he/she saies go ahead its clear to be used otherwise its prohibited, and does this include the use of Titan Industy weapons?

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Don't even ask. Let the raid leader tell you. Lol.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: As for TI. Uuhh.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Supports the Ordo. I'll allow it.

[18:54] Sesshomaru Kozlov raises her paw

[18:54] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Understood Sir.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Kozlov?

[18:54] Xayvien Rau: You left out communism.

[18:54] Sesshomaru Kozlov: What about MM or IS?

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Nope.

[18:54] Sesshomaru Kozlov: Ok sir

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: How many of you knew there was an administrative department responsible for the entirety of the Ordo education? It’s rhetorical, don’t answer.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: The Imperial Education Administration was established some months ago in preparation for expansion of academies, etc. At this time, I would like to announce the first lead of the IEA: Zero Itamae.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Itamae has been the head of both Schola and Armatura for some time now. In essence, he was the de-facto lead of the IEA. Now we’re simply making good and appropriately adjusting his role. He will maintain control of Schola and Armatura directly, until it is determined that replacements are warranted.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: With his new role, Mr. Itamae will now be assigned reach the position of [O-1]. Congratulations.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: I know I edited reach out of that sentence. Fuck you, paste.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: As part of the IEA’s assignment, Mr. Itamae will be responsible for all educational processes that affect the group at large—Schola, Armatura, academies, group examinations, et cetera. Flight training and Terra unit specific training are not within IEA jurisdiction.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: His first task will be updating and revising Schola, bringing it up to speed with current Ordo expectations. If you have any material suggestions or revision ideas, please notecard them to Zero Itamae (and send me a copy).

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:59] Desereck Creeggan: Congratulations Zero!

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Or those.

[18:59] zanndor Aeon: Hi5!

[18:59] zanndor Aeon: Zero

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: He's not here, by the way.

[18:59] Vincent Lucerne claps anyway

[18:59] Desereck Creeggan: He'll read it :C

[18:59] Desereck Creeggan: In ze log

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Haha. Indeed!

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Okay! Last topic from me, aaand then we'll open the floor.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you paying attention to the weekly stats, you'll notice we've been teetering back and forth closer/not so close to 300. It's a very natural progression. In the officer forums, I pointed out it seems like we always tend to lose 5-6 people, then pick up 10.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: For whatever reason, whenever it rains, it pours. It's like all the inactive "mm maybe I should quit" folks hold a secret meeting and leave at the same time. It's always been this way. People cycle out.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: When we do hit 300, which we will, that will be a big moment for us. We will make a bit of a ceremony out of it. In addition to which, I do have some sort of "surprise" additions to the group to announce when we reach there.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Good things, I'll add. Haha.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent.

Open Discussion

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Open floor. Any topics to bring up?

[19:05] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic rasies his paw

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Kaventipovic?

[19:06] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Was the new exams for promotions put up and ready for us to jrump in and do them

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia points at Firefox.

[19:07] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic stares at firefox

[19:07] FireFox Breed: It will be done by monday

[19:07] Sesshomaru Kozlov glares at firefox

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: :D

[19:07] FireFox Breed: I have the froems made. I need to make the tables and the system for it

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Thanks.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Next topic/question?

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Last call.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Oookay then!

Promotions

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: PRFs/Promotions this week.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Several recommendations processed for promotions. I elevated several E-1-y folks who met the criteria, etc.

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Special note on merits:

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: I will be issuing the 2142 Campaign award to . . well, bascially everyone. I received a list of like 50 people who've been participating in our major operations on 2142. Soooo the suggestion was made that, yes, that does classify as an extended campaign.

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: First up, PRFs:

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: Drasamax Python - [50] + 1 unlock

Kryo Recreant - [50] + 1 unlock (ONLY ONE TIME)

Pyros Blackburn - [50]

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Well.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: I didn't mean to include the scores.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: But you all got perfects anyways.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: SO yay.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: [Merits/Promotions]

EVERYONE - [2142 Campaign Merit]

Apone Moller - [E-2]

Arokh Takakura - [E-3]

BurrWolf Qin - [E-2]

DamionStJames Webb - [E-2]

Drasamax Python - [E-5]

Heavy666 Bolden - [E-5]

Kajo Laval - [E-2]

Kastrenzo Benelli - [Marskman] +25qp

Maza Rau - [E-3]

Murcielago Neox - [E-2]

Nicole Polano - [E-2]

Sesshomaru Kozlov - [E-3]

Shayne Wirefly - [E-3]

Zacharias Bardasch - [Marksman] +25qp

Zashi Southpaw - [E-2]

Zero Itamae - [O-1]

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Congratulations.

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Yaaay.

[19:14] Aryte Vesperia: Etc.

[19:15] Desereck Creeggan: http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/425/yayv.jpg

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: When the new exams and such are up, I'll give a notice to everyone so you're all aware and ready to start stabbing towards them.

[19:15] Vincent Lucerne: xD

Meeting Closer

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Uhh, sidenote . . Terra still needs to appoint several positions.

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: So go apply to them if you're interested (Thatguy!).

[19:15] thatguy Andel: (already have >.> )

[19:15] Aryte Vesperia: Ooother than that.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Raid in a bit, probably. Gonna go see what's up and I'll organize from there.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia: Have a good night. Dismissed.

[19:16] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 06FEB10]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Terra

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DATE: 06 February 2010

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SUBJECT: General discussion.

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SUMMARY: Ordo group gathers; usual routine.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia: Let's get started. As a forewarning, I am actually really, incredibly, agonizingly tired and are winging this meeting. SO this will be fun.

[18:00] Arc Vyper: (That means he forgot to do promotions, again.)

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia rubs his hands together. "Without further adieu, I shall ramble incessantly for an hour."

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: (I have those done. Fuck you.)

[18:00] Orangy Ordinary: xD

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: (Also, deleting your promotion.)

[18:00] Arc Vyper: I'll believe it when I ..... D:

[18:00] Nooj Balut: ...

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: All right, focus up folks.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, stats for this week:

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: 288 members, 9 cadets.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: 20 new applications, 3 approved . . 17 denied, lol.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: 4 additional apps awaiting review at this time.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: 9 registered offensive/counter-offensive manuevers. 126 registered defense pings.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic events . . hm, nothing really to note! The field has been fairly quiet. CS was closed until yesterday. 2142 is now considering a rebuild and will be closed.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: IS meeting tomorrow will be focusing on the topic of Cthonics' impeding regulations, and addressing the "courtesy doctrine" they follow. About it.

Divisional Reports

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Unit reports this evening?

[18:03] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[18:03] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Gregoire.

Munitorum

[18:03] Anlysia Gregoire: Here's what's going on in Munitorum, short and sweet:

[18:03] Anlysia Gregoire: * The Insidiae explosives HUD is complete barring Scarlet submitting the final explosive model. He may have gotten snowed in, and that's why he's not done.

[18:03] Anlysia Gregoire: * The crossbow is waiting on Keller's textures. Sera's scripting is basically complete minus things that require a model. Animations are waiting on...a model.

[18:03] Anlysia Gregoire: * The wristblade is waiting on concept designs, to get built. Scripts are basically done. And no, there won't be Gundam sounds.

[18:04] Anlysia Gregoire: * Astra SMG is in-progress. IT'S SECRET. But it will be arousing if what I hope happens, happens.

[18:04] Anlysia Gregoire: * Armory revamp requires me to write a final document and Aryte to approve it and stuff to happen stuffily. It's magical and wonderful.

[18:04] Anlysia Gregoire: And that's about it.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you very much.

[18:04] Anlysia Gregoire: (And there's more tanks.)

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar?

Astra

[18:04] Anlysia Gregoire: (One with rockets.)

[18:04] Sosarin Demar: Not much to report for this week. We acquired a new trainee, Zashi Southpaw, who has proceeded at a quick pace. Good work. Thank you, Apostles. We have a WW2 aircraft combat event coming up -- details in group notices and on the forums. It'll be hosted by Bradyn Halcali on Feb. 10th at 4PM SLT. Participation is highly encouraged, as it should be quite a diversion. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Next?

[18:05] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov.

Terra

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: Another semi average week for Terra. Couple members took thier leave while a few new recruits filled in the holes. Combat has been frequent as usual. A good deal of defensive maneuvers as well as offensive. I've gotten complaints in regards to inadequate training...After reviewing the material on the forums I'd like to push to get weekly training events held again either on Titan or scenario based events in our third region, which has been renamed to Malleus thanks to financial contributions from Salararius Gregoire. I'll be overseeing some of the training events to make sure they're an enjoyable experience for everyone. On a smaller note last week the old system of promotions came to a close. Going into effect shortly will be a new requirement based system where you have to meet certain prerequisites such as passing an exam. This makes you elegible for promotion, but does not guarantee it. But you're more than welcome to meet each ranks requirements if you choose to if you just want to wait it out. Now, ont

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: o unit reports.

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "Continuing yet another week of active raiding and combat on the part of individual members, and personally looking forward to another week of even more. Training will hopefully also begin anew."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "Two trainings preformed. One slot is now open. Not much outside of that to state."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Insidiae: "Insidiae has launched. Former Fulminata members have been given priority recruitment and have been selected over the course of the past week. Currently five slots remain in the squad. Applications will be posted on the forums. Those who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for membership. Equipment development is nearly finished, with the crossbow model completed and ready to be scripted."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week in being the first week of Feb. has started nicely with some PRFs done, members moving about within groups, and some new cadets now welcomed in as E1! Now is the time gentlemen and ladies to bother your command officers for those PRFs, lets get those unlocks rolling in. We are still going through applicants to become the next B ADJ so if you haven't applied for it please check the forums or contact your CO/XO: all of you could be the next B ADJ hopeful. Don't forget that we now have access to a training area so don't be afraid to bug your COs to run training in the coming weeks, or maybe we can get something group wide going! Hope so see this weeks improments push to the next."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: For myself from the Adiutor staff: "The bulk of the work remaining on the Unit/Soldier/Officer of the month doctrine is basically just carrying over the PRF's and formatting them to fit a new role in regards to grading. Aside from that I just need to bump heads with firefox and throw ideas around about proceedings and how awards should be presented, etc. Masks and revolver will be done eventually."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the imperator.

[18:07] Corsi Mousehold raises hand.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Mousehold?

Tactica

[18:07] Corsi Mousehold: For Tactica. Trevor is not here this evening so forgive me if I miss a few things here. First and Foremost, The Chthonic Syndicate have a new base layout. This was revealed a couple of days ago and we will be giving out this assignment very shortly to get in in depth layout of the new build. Also 2142 is nearly finished arguing with each other on who has the better build. Then they will start the major destruction and reconstruction. That one will be assigned as soon as that build is done. It is looking to be a few more weeks. Maybe more.

[18:07] Corsi Mousehold: Unfortunately we have not heard word from those wonderful people over at the Special Forces to see what they are doing if anything since their sim closed again and they were forced to move on ... again. We of Tactica would like to state that we hope that at some point they settle on a build and stick with it in a sim that the poor Brazillians can afford. There is a new military out there called the Onyx Empire. They have no home at present and are a Offense/Defense for hire group.

[18:08] Corsi Mousehold: Thanks to Ron, we have a new full report on the Wiki fro Vox Aeron: http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Strategy:Goleta_dAlliez'> http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Strategy:Goleta_dAlliez and there is also a report for the Regius Inquisition: http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Strategy:Tamarillo'> http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Strategy:Tamarillo

[18:08] Corsi Mousehold: We have plenty of assignments to spread around. Those of you in Tactica that do not have an assignment please contact the Tactica Rector Trevor Russell to get one. For everyone else please sign up for the Wiki here: http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/ and contact Trevor to be added in. If you want to get into Tactica feel free to speak to myself or of course, Trevor. This Concludes the Tactica Report.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you!

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Any other reports this evening?

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Moving right along.

Old Business

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up this evening?

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Very good, thank you.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: On to main topics this evening.

Keynote Topics

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: I have a few things to bring up, afterwards the floor will be open.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Foresmost. Tomorrow's meet and greet: yes, I am aware it's during the Super Bowl. I hate Football, so I'll have free time. No I don't expect the attendance to be very high. But, if you're bored, and just want some time to say "hi" to me, feel free to attend. New and old members alike.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: It'll be very informal.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions?

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Wow, we're going fast tonight.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Next topic: Praetorian recruitment and timetable.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: A vast majority of the Praetorian training modules and the Praetorian induction process is finalized. The next couple of weeks will be spent tapping individuals in the current Guard to determine who wishes to remain.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: After which, we will begin accepting initial application packets-- details will be on the forums, with a window of submission time for interested folks.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: One moment, let me grab you a copy of the basic requirements:

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/5264-carta-praetorian/page__hl__carta__fromsearch__1

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: The full Carta is there.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Basic requirements are found on . . page 17, I believe.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: They are! I was right.

[18:19] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic crys

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions there?

[18:19] Azoth Zsun raises hand

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Azoth?

[18:20] Tsume Xiao raises hand

[18:20] Azoth Zsun shouts: Will the training be aloud to be entered regardless? for people who want to simply better themselves or brush up on skills without becoming a praetorian?

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Uhh, depends on the turn out and time availability. Possibly!

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Tsume?

[18:21] Tsume Xiao shouts: The two page short essay... single or double spaced... and what Margin Size?

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Hahaha.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Ask Agares. I'm not picky.

[18:21] Tsume Xiao shouts: And I am assuming 12pt Times New Roman?

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Yes

[18:22] Tsume Xiao shouts: And Im not joking ._.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: .

[18:22] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his paw

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Zeronightmare?

[18:24] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: The reqirments states that we can apply under the requirments under special exemptions from the Imperator. How may we get your special blessing to apply for this if we dont reach the criteria

[18:24] Xayvien Rau raises hand.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Rank wise?

[18:24] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Wel the Reqirments saies Rank

[18:25] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: but i was wondering if we can get it under the requirment of time in ordo also

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: I will probably waive rank requirement on the first pass of new applicants to it, so no worries t here.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Mm, possibly that as well.

[18:25] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: YAY! \o/

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Xayvien?

[18:25] Xayvien Rau: Does your Ordo career have to be summarized in two pages, or can it be more?

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Agares specifically put "no more than two pages" for you, Xayvien.

[18:26] Xayvien Rau: Bastard.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: All righty.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Next topic is akin to the last: I have, for the sake of my sanity, taken off a week's worth of time during the second week of March. I will be using it to catch up with school projects and to finish major Ordo projects.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: So, you can expect that Praetorian trials will PROBABLY be on the second week of March.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: The actual combat trials, that is.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: In addition to which, any major project in limbo (although I'll continue working on them up to that point) will be finished that week, unless I die, or something.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions there?

[18:30] Keno Pontoppidan raises hand

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Yes Keno?

[18:31] Keno Pontoppidan: Do tha major projects include Navis?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: For those who couldn't hear: [18:31] Keno Pontoppidan: Do tha major projects include Navis?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: I don't intend to have that completed, but I can use that time to pursue it, Keno.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:32] Jester Spearmann raises hand

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Spearmann?

[18:33] Jester Spearmann: (not so much a question more a statement)

[18:34] Jester Spearmann shouts: Schola Instructors, Please read the checkup thread and post if you've not done so

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: Hijacked my topic. >:[

[18:34] Jester Spearmann: bite me, I'm going to bed n wanted to get it out of the way before i did >:|

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: HAhaha.

[18:35] Jester Spearmann: (g'night)

General Topics

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Open to general topics at this time. Anything to bring up?

[18:35] Tsume Xiao raises hand

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Tsume.

[18:36] Tsume Xiao shouts: I am pleased to announce that the Tank Training has made another good step forward, and is close to completeion. All that is left that I am aware of is some minor touch ups and finalization with Armatura peoples, and the Imperator.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: All right. Any other topics, then?

[18:38] Teron Gray raises paw

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Gray?

[18:40] Teron Gray: Couple of nighs now Vent chat has been about the design of the sim, could perhaps we have a new official thread regarding the status of the build and proposed changes, such as reassessing avenues for hostiles and the like?

[18:40] Teron Gray failed his mental spellcheck >.>

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Feel free!

[18:41] Teron Gray nods

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Any other topics?

[18:41] WolfShaman Warrior raises his hand.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Warrior?

[18:42] WolfShaman Warrior: With the new 90min rule on lone wolf attackers, There is no clarification or stipulation on the cool down time between attacks.

[18:43] WolfShaman Warrior: Is there a general time, NC/OIC discression, or is it daily?

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: I tend to treat it within a 24 hour period. And I only tend to invoke the "90 minutes" if the lone wolfer is "persisting to their failure." IE: the 900 people who just run at our 30+ defenders without hope of getting anywhere.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: So, in general, daily. But it's not a "follow this rule, or else." If someone's having fun and defense is having fun, no worries.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:45] Arc Vyper raises hand.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Vyper?

[18:46] Arc Vyper: Would it be possible to have a list of common banned weaponry placed in the HUB? Craig attacked for almost 30 minutes using the charge shot on the MPLC-9 blowing up entire groups of people until someone remembered it wasn't allowed.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: By radius on charged shot alone, that'd of been prohibited. Any specific weapon that is blanket banned /is/ in the HUB.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Firecore and Trenchcoat stuff, for example.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Any other topics/questions?

[18:49] WolfShaman Warrior: One last reminder if possible.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[18:50] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic raises his paw

[18:50] WolfShaman Warrior: Heed the Red Zone. Been seeing alot of crossover lately.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Zeronightmare?

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: I concur. Thank you.

[18:51] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: I was wondering when should we start stalking the forums to start applying for Praetorian.

[18:51] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Or should we mass IM kytec

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: You'll just have to pay attention! :]

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: (It'll be in a notice.)

[18:51] Kytec Switchblade: you already mass im'd me like 5 times about it Dx

[18:51] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: i havent yet >~M

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: One last topic from Jester:

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: [OI] Jester | Sleep: p.s, when the open floor comes up can you post this for me please. For those of you who are new or just like to hang around on sim late in the evening, and wish to join noctis (nightshift) im jester after the meeting (now i'm gone) again sorry fer hijacking will make it upto you with coffee later

[18:52] Murcielago Neox: mmm, coffee

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Indeed.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Any questions?

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Last call!

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: All righty then.

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on.

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: One quick mention while I remember: if you're ever thinking about leaving because of "lack of time," keep in mind both Terra and Astra have a reserve unit. :P They're there for a reason!

[18:55] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic facepaws >.<

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Like Peaches.

[18:55] Sosarin Demar shouts: (Being in a reserve unit also doesnt exclude you from participation.)

Promotions

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Anywhooo. Promotions and PRFs this weekend. I received . . like 0 promotion recommendations, but tons of merits. Which works fine with me, considering the new system's focus. To clarify, while we wait for Firefox to put the exams onto the server: promotions will still be available, you don't have to wait for an exam. You won't be penalized for technical difficulties.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: PRFs this week:

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Heavy666 Bolden

Jayce Iredell

Kastrenzo Benelli - + 1 unlock

Komm Undercroft

Vinnie Lei

plops magic + 1 unlock

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions this week:

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Churchill Tweak - [E-2]

Komm Undercroft - [E-2]

Orangy Ordinary - [E-2]

Kryo Recreant - [E-3]

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Merits this week:

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Arc Vyper - [Combat Prowess] +25 QP

Arokh Takakura - [Combat Prowess] +25 QP

Azoth Zsun: - [Ordo Achievement] + 50 QP

Corsi Mousehold - [Ordo Achievement] + 50 QP

Daiza Dowren - [Corona Vallaris] + 1 unlock

Heather McKay - [Corona Obsidionalis] + 1 unlock

Heavy666 Bolden - [Corona Vallaris] + 1 unlock

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Johann Wilberg - [Ordo Achievement] + 50 QP

Komm Undercroft - [Combat Prowess] +25 QP

Maza Rau - [Combat Prowess] +25 QP

Sosarin Demar - [Corona Vallaris] + 1 unlock

Teron Gray - [Merit of Honor] + 1 unlock

Tsume Xiao - [Corona Obsidionalis] + 1 unlock

Zanndor Aeon - [Corona Obsidionalis] + 1 unlock

ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic - [Combat Prowess MKII] +25 QP / +1 Unlock

[18:58] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: YAY! \o/

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: (Waffle will hand them out, right Waffle? Luv u.)

[18:58] zanndor Aeon: Hi5!

[18:58] Scientific Waffle: ....

[18:58] Scientific Waffle: On it.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Yessss.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Crash's is on the PRF list, I cut him off on accident.

[18:59] Nooj Balut: congrats folks :D

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: As a sidenote to unlocks: The (formerly) Fulminata hammer/shotgun combo is available as a secondary unlock.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Anyone who got a merit unlock, you can go grab it.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Arc, I am sorry.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: ...

[19:01] Arc Vyper: ....

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: [19:01] Arc Vyper: I don't see why you can't just put promotions at the beginning of the meeting. >:| I could catch Cake boss if you did.

[19:01] Arc Vyper: Way to put that out there.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: I just wanted everyone to see that.

[19:01] zanndor Aeon: Hi5!

[19:01] Orangy Ordinary: Hi5!Hi5!Hi5!!!

[19:01] Typhon Perun: I like the fact that it's at the en, myself.

[19:02] Typhon Perun: end

[19:02] Kytec Switchblade: xD

[19:02] Desereck Creeggan: Its so people don't go "KPROMOTIONS I'M OUT"

[19:02] Vinnie Lei: The horrors of being european at these meetings.

[19:02] Arc Vyper: But that's exactly what I want to do.

[19:02] Arc Vyper: :|

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Luv you Arc.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Anywho.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Focus back up.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: If you aren't on the PRF list and should be, see your commander and have it sent to me. I'll add you off cycle.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: And finally for this evening:

Meeting Closer

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: I am half alseep, I will probably not lead a raid personally. I will prod officers to do so in my absence. I'll likely be slinking off here shortly to go rest.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: I apologize to anyone who was looking forward to my . . uh, raid-charm this evening, haha.

[19:04] Scientific Waffle: lol

[19:04] zanndor Aeon: (every one laugh)

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed. Have a good night.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 30JAN10]

~ORDO IMPERIALIS~

OFFICIAL DOCUMENT

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Terra

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DATE: 30 January 2010

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SUBJECT: General topics

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathered for discussion

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: All righty, let's get started. Good evening everyone. Thank you for coming.

[18:01] Typhon Perun: Ordo is trhe cool kids.

Imperator’s Report

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: First up, statistics for the week:

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Members, 291. 10 cadets.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: 13 applications, 4 approved, 9 denied, 1 awaiting review.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: 8 offensive deployments, 67 + defensive manuevers (Inoue deleted all the old reports on Wednesday).

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomatic notes for this week are fairly sparse. The overall situation has remained stable—alike last week, we are still facing a coalition of anti-IS groups.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Currently, we have identified SK, 2142, CS, and BF as core components to the “Anvil Coalition.” Regius is also a member, but, their activity has been sparse. Predominantly, CS and 2142 are the main antagonists against our territory. Sporadic involvements with BF and SK have been . . . non-eventful.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: On the political front, the coalition claims their reason for unification is to counter the overwhelming powers of the IS in combat, stating that our unification is unhealthy, et cetera—the usual “oh the Iron Symphony is a tyrannical force” banter. I will not point out the hypocrisy behind unifying into a coalition to battle the ideology of having a coalition, but, uh. All the more power to them.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: For amusement's sake, their charter: " unified under the purpose of independence and non-partisanship."

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Unified for indpendence.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Independence, rather.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: The Ordo will continue focusing major combat operations on these groups, in collaboration with our allies. Groups unrelated, such as BSM, SF, etc, will continue to serve the purpose of more “training” orientated deployments, and with open allow ability under the guidance of an officer.

Divisional Reports

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Having said that. Unit reports?

[18:05] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: Another interesting week for Terra. A lot of combat for the ordo in general in terms of constant attacks from 2142/CS/etc and nightly raids. Development has been moving along. I believe the elite squads have some gear pending release and a trecnhcoat is almost ready to be issued to those in command positions. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for invictus: "The Vesica AR has been released (and Emerald decided to fubar a texture, which I'm fixing). The squad's been quite active, and looking forward to another week of activity now that we have Teron back from FC/AC/FF/whatever it's called."

[18:06] Lestat Umarov: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "Light week; Not much to report on our end outside of awaiting the design sketches for the armor. Welcoming Typhon Perun to the squad, he brings our squads status to full! Good to have you."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This weeks activities in B have slowed just a little; member additions still on the rise as we finally see our third Century being filled. No PRFs done due to minth end; but that means a new month is upon us, lets get those requests going guys! More actitives and exercises still going through the plannign phases as also the situationing and planning of Century leads create new things for you guys, make sure you're bugging your command leads if you wish to help or distribute some of those great ideas."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Ron for Cohors C: "Continuing attempts to raise activity level. Some troops still not accepted the letter fashioned by me. Will probably end up handling Ribenas reports for some time, unless he says otherwise. He will attempt to do them himself."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From myself for the Adiutor Staff: "Aside from falling gravely ill earlier in the week I will be taking time after the meeting to work on my "secret project" :|. But really it's the Unit, Soldier, and officer of the month guideline and I'll let everyone know when it's presentable. Aside from that Keller has made some progress on the masks and from what I hear the revolver should be done soon as well."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: Also, on an unrelated note. If you're gonna make a sergal avi, please try to keep it tru to the species, i.e. not a flamboyant clubgoer sergal. Thanks.

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: Z?

[18:09] Lestat Umarov: I never recieved a report from you.

[18:09] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the imperator.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Next?

[18:09] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar.

Astra

[18:10] Sosarin Demar: A rather quiet week for Astra and air combat specifically. Big thanks to Detox and congratulations to Kryo for completion of bomber training. Overall, training queue is empty. Detox Exonar will be going on vacation, so next weeks flight reports should be submitted to me personally. Many thanks. Astra activity levels are lower than the norm, but hopefully will rise back up a little as the spring semester progresses. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: As a side note, anyone who has ever been curious about giving air combat a try . . I would highly recommend seeing Sosarin. Transfering has no negative effects upon you as an individual.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Any further reports?

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Moving right along, then.

Old Business

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up tonight?

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then, moving on to primary discussions.

Keynote Topics

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: I have a few topics to brush on, and then the floor will be open.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who’ve been about for a few months (or longer), know how often and how continual our structural and policy is evolving. For the last several months, major changes have been put forth relating to the Praetorian Guard, the promotion system, the Agentes, Tactica, Munitorum, Curia . . . essentially most of our infrastructure.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Several of these revisions have been ongoing for a considerable time at this point. What I wish to stress is that, even the best laid plans are affected by time constraint and schedule. Throughout my ‘career’ with the Ordo, it has always been a keen interest of mine to ensure any task that is undertaken is completed.

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: So by all means, rest assured there will be finality with all of the efforts. I do ask for understanding and apologize personally for the time lapses between the developments of these projects. Many of these efforts, like the Praetorian Guard revision, are a collaborative effort between multiple individuals with laden schedules.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: My own school and work load serves to compound the problem, as what time I have in the Ordo is usually spent maintaining status quo, foreign policy, and providing major decisions on day to day events. There are windows of opportunity that pop up from time to time, allowing those working on projects (myself included) to make major advancements. It’s just a matter of finding those moments of time allowance. We’re getting there.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Questions on that?

[18:18] Lestat Umarov: Kindof :o

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[18:19] Lestat Umarov: Could you send me a list of prerequisites or guidelines for grading that you'd like to see for the soldier/unit/officer of the month thingy?

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Uhhr, I could.

[18:20] Lestat Umarov: I'm working on most just want some "you" would like to see in there

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Understood.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Right-ho. Moving on, then.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Today’s promotions will be the last round of promotions on the “normal” cycle as we’ve known it thus far. Starting next week, we will be moving closer to the minimum requirement mandates.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: . The examinations and base requirements are in Firefox’s hands right now, waiting scripting into the database for use. Even if they are not put into the system, promotions will now be handled a bit differently.

[18:23] Aryte Vesperia: Rather than following the normal scenario of “Aryte received a recommendation on Thursday, individual’s recommendation processed by Saturday,” recommendations will be held into a pool and discussed by officers as part of the minimum req system. Promotions will still be announced during the meetings—just not, potentially, within the same week of recommendation.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: The current promotion system in the Ordo is . . . all right, but not to the level of proficiency that befits our current focus on internal development.

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: There has been some concern raised that all these extra hurdles and putting the breaks on promotions will be detrimental—several individuals have pointed out that promotions within the Ordo take a considerable amount of time as is. I have a few thoughts on that. Foremost, yes, promotions in the Ordo /do/ take time.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Our ideas of promotions are based upon allocation of authority and willingness to spend time, handling that authority. We do not use promotion for generic merit increase or prestige: rank translates to the ability to exercise power and responsibility.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: As such, it is all too necessary to regulate and ensure that promotions are handed out fairly, with educational attainment attached to it. Too often has rank, in the past, been provided for “ok you did a good job, here’s E-7,” when in reality, an award/merit should have been issued—not an increase in responsibility.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly, I propose that implementing this minimum requirement system and extending recommendations over time will remove arbitrary promotions and provide people a definitive way to achieve promotions.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: It is important to stress that completing the minimum requirement does not guarantee a promotion; however, completing the minimum requirement does flag an individual as desiring promotion. This not only provides an individual education, but it grants an individual a clear way to say “hey, I’d really like to move on from E-2—some authority would be cool.” The current system does not really give this opportunity.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:31] Scientific Waffle raises hand.

[18:31] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand too.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Waffle.

[18:32] Scientific Waffle: To what extent are we involving our servers, Mercury, etc, and if we do heavily involve them, who will have access to these records?

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: The examinations themselves will be on Firefox's server-- same place you list ranks, etc.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Denotation whether or not someone has passed an exam will show up under the same profile.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: If . . I recall correctly, the profile is generally viewable by Ordo members?

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Ms. Gregoire?

[18:36] Anlysia Gregoire: Along with increased scrutiny of increases in rank, are we going to be doing a "sanding down" of ranks, and possibly demoting people into positions that fit their current responsibilities?

[18:36] Anlysia Gregoire: Obviously not disciplinary demotions, mind.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: No, I don't foresee that. It's not within my nature to strip someone of rank simply because we're re-imagining how rank should be awarded. It'd be punishment, regardless of how it's worded.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:37] Kajo Laval raises his hand

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Laval?

[18:37] Kajo Laval: What might some of these minimum requirements consist of?

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Whhhy, I am glad you asked.

[18:38] Kajo Laval: Just to get a general understanding

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Let me grab the link.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Bear with me as I find the memory stick.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Durp.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: There:

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6797-not-in-effect-yet-posted-for-meeting/

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Let me stress this line: "As of 26JAN10, all “Armatura” based requirements are temporarily waived. When reinstated, this form will be updated and an announcement provided."

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Next question?

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia raises his hand. "What about if we already have that rank, sir?"

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Why, glad you asked, Aryte.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Let's say you're an E-4. You do not have to complete any minimum requirement .. things to keep E-5.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Er. E-4.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Let me try that again without a typo:

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Let's say you're an E-4. You do not have to complete any minimum requirement .. things to keep E-4.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: You would, however, need to complete the E-1, E-2, E-3, and E-4 requirements to move on to E-5.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Why? Because it's only fair.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:44] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: oops

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[18:44] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: What would happen if we failed the test.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: You would get stoned and dragged into the streets to be ridiculed.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: No, you just get to retake it.

[18:45] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Is there a wait time before retaking it?

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Mm, not initially, no.

[18:45] ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic: Okay Thank you sir

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: The system will record when you take an exam . . so if you take the E-4 exam 30 times in a day, it'll be obvious.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Regardless, it's all writing based. So you can't exactly keep trying over and over until you get it right.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: You either know the material or you don't.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: ALL of the topics are pertinent, you can find t he exams here:

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6509-ordo-promotion-minium-req-exams-a-glimpse/

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: The whole point of the material is to teach skills I feel you should know as part of our formal training.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: And the time requirements will ensure you get all the informal training to move up.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Awesome.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Moooving on then.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: If you're confused as crap, post on the first thread I provided.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: I'll answer queries there.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Annnd the last topic from me tonight:

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: As I mentioned during the first meeting of January, the first focus for this year will be on internal development-- that means a lot of rethinking and reshaping on internal training procedures. Training either makes people go "yaaay!" or go "fuuuuuck" and run away.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: During combat, the OIC is constantly barking orders and saying "don't do this, don't do that." That is informal education, that, in turn, is passed down by those effected to newer members.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: And although informal training has really done us pretty damn well, my intent is to slowly but surely loosen up the constraints on officers leading raids. Thus, not only are officers being dipped into heavily formalized training on proper raid leading, but we will see a return of group wide combat trainings on a regular scale.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: As my schedule permits (lol), I will be hosting major group combat missions. In addition to which, I will be helping officers design and host their own training missions.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: What is it that most of you think of as "training" in SL? Standing there and shooting at eachother. Sure, that has . . some benefit, but largely it's no where near as eventful as live combat.

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Thus training will be focussed on teaching individual skills, not pointless "pew pew, lol tp me back."

[18:54] Aryte Vesperia: Training, in essence, is practicing elements that you will find or use in real combat. Fighting Ordo vs Ordo is predictable. Not training as we'd like to see it.

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Thus, you will all see a lot more of skill based practices--- acquainting EVERYONE with drop ships, teleporting manually, holding points for extended periods of time, moving with armor support, moving together with air support, using air support. Essentially, we'll be formalizing common knowledge into Ordo practice.

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: The more prepared we are for situations unusual to us, the better we will perform in any situation.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: This means things like fighting extensively without jetpacks.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Or facing unusual odds-- such as fighting heavy use of armor with just infantry.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Some of these scenarios sound familiar? CS, BF ring a bell?

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: So, what I ask of you all is: attend. Don't short-sale officers and myself assuming it's just going to be another "zzz" training spiel.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: We have a whole sim now to play in-- it'soff to our east, Villa di Caelestis. Open to all Ordo. Visit at will. It'll be renamed to Malleus within the next few days.

[18:57] Anlysia Gregoire: YAY!

[18:57] Maza Rau: *Raises Hand*

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Eventually, that region will be utilized for outpost combat, etc, etc.

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Maza, hah.

[18:58] Maza Rau: With the advent of objective heavy sims like mercz rebuild and Villa, will we be seeing inter-IS skirmishes?

[18:58] Maza Rau: intra8

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: At the time, probably not. We have a huge amount of external armies to deal with, that. . in reality, not a lot of time is there to skirmish with the IS.

[18:59] Kryo Recreant raises a hand.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Recreant?

[18:59] Kryo Recreant: Will the teleporter be fixed so we don't rez in the walls, Sir?

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: It's fixed.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: After this meeting I am releasing our new HUD.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: With all the "goto" points updated.

[18:59] Orangy Ordinary: :D

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Thank Syl. And Anly for bugging her.

[18:59] Anlysia Gregoire: Also the goto:sim feature.

[19:00] Anlysia Gregoire: Like goto:cati, goto:39th, goto:cs.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Next question?

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Xi ao?

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: The first one.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Open to general topics at this time.

[19:03] Intus Infinity raises hand.

[19:03] Maza Rau: *Raises Hand*

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Intus?

[19:03] Intus Infinity: Website activity up 2.88%. Canada (312), UK (303), Finland (53).

[19:03] Intus Infinity: (proper report on forums later)

[19:03] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Anlysia?

[19:04] Anlysia Gregoire: For people curious how this new goto: works:

[19:04] Anlysia Gregoire: [19:02] Anlysia Gregoire (Channel 1): goto:sh

[19:03] Ordo HUD 0.3.10: Opening map to region: Hawk Land

[19:05] Anlysia Gregoire: Then you just hit "Teleport" and off you go. :V

[19:05] Anlysia Gregoire: It's all stored in a notecard inside the HUD itself like this:

[19:05] Anlysia Gregoire: cati:Gemmarum Insuls

chaos:Meliae

sh:Hawk Land

[19:05] Typhon Perun raises a hand.

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Typhon?

[19:05] Typhon Perun: In regards to the new hud, is there a release time we can look foward to?

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: In about ten minutes, yes.

[19:06] Typhon Perun: Okay sir, thank you.

[19:06] Maza Rau raises his hand.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Maza?

[19:06] Maza Rau: Recently ran into trouble on the forum with an "unwritten rule" ... The regulation in question was actually hidden and burried in the forum. Would it be possible to keep a dynamic handbook / regulation list on the forum that changes as new policies are put into place?

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Is one.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: 1 sec:

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/3556-ordo-standing-orders-17jan10/

[19:07] Maza Rau: My fault.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: No worries!

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Any other topics, questions? :]

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Awesome.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Hokaaay.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: And PRfs.

Promotions

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: As always, there's always next week. See your commanding officer if you're curious about recommendation.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: [PRFS]

Breadon Constantine

Crash Silverfall

Daiza Dowren

Drasamaz Python

Foxers Fhang

Heavy666 Bolden

Kryo Recreant

Wolfe Hardin + 1 unlock

ZeroNightmare Kaventipovic

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: [Promotions]

Arokh Takakura - [Recruitment] +25qp

Calegari McMillan - [E-3]

Dain Bellic - [E-3]

Daiza Dowren - [E-4]

Drakeo Petrov - [E-3]

Drasamaz Python - [instructor] +25qp

Jackson Gracemount - [E-2]

[19:10] Aryte Vesperia: Jon Namiboo - [E-3]

Maza Rau - [Prior Service]; [black November]

Mion Jonstone - [E-3]

Nooj Balut - [E-3]

SekRaktaa Scalia - [E-2]

Sesshomaru Kozlov - [E-2]

Shayne Wirefly - [E-2]

Stealok Moskalev - [E-3]

Typhon Perun - [E-4]; [instructor] +25qp

Xyekep Richez - [E-4]

Zacharias Bardasch - [E-3]

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: I apparently missed two PRFs, checking.

[19:11] Aryte Vesperia: Lupus and Corsi, PRF'd . .ed.

Meeting Closer

[19:12] Aryte Vesperia: All righty.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: I will host a large raid in just a bit, so stick around on map if you're looking for combat.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia: Otherwise, have a wonderful night and dismissed.

[19:13] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 23JAN10]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Terra

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DATE: 23 January 2010

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SUBJECT: General topics.

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathers for discussion.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia shouts: Have a seat. Do not interrupt. You know the drill! I will be doing it in spacial. IF you have questions or a statement, shout it so all can hear. We're starting now.

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia: First and foremost, thank you all for coming. Good turn out. Last time we had a meeting during my vacation, like 5 people came. Not kidding. So thank you guys.

[17:59] Aryte Vesperia: Stats this week:

Imperator's Report

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Not even going to kid, I haven't had the time to look. From a glance, pushing 90 defense pings, 8 offenses. 13 apps. Not sure on deny/approved level.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: 287 current members: no change since last week. We had some turnover from older/inactives, picked up new ones.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: So! Diplomacy.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: No major changes have been noted. The anti-IS coalition is flopping, or has thus far. All of their attacks have ended in ruin.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: I am hearing some comments RoG may be on its deathbed, already, for the nine hundredth time. Which will essentially spell potential doomsday for their efforts.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Regardless, good work to all of you. Mercz, AN, and KRatus send their appreciation and regards.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: We've been integral to their success.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: So! Weekly reports at this time. Volunteer?

Divisional Reports

Astra

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Demar, for Astra.

[18:02] Lestat Umarov raises hand as well

[18:02] Sosarin Demar: Combat participation has been good. I saw some great flying at the CATI raid, for instance. Both in dropship and fighter functions. Good job. We had one trainee who just graduated today -- Kryo Recreant. Congratulations. Training queue is clear, although I would recommend that bomber training be bestowed upon Kryo asap. As for an update on the Predator, it is still in the works. Next week I hope to see a concentration on personal exercises as well as any dropship training that is needed. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you very much, Mr. Demar.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov?

Terra

[18:03] Lestat Umarov: Busy week for Terra in general. Aryte's been away for the week but combat has been frequent due to activity from the rusty anvil or whatever it's called and nightly raids. Aside from that some new octet leads have been appointed and development has been progressing nicely. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:04] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "Invictus is back up to capacity, having added one more body to our ranks a few days ago. The Vesica AR is ready for release as well, looking forward to seeing it in the squad's hands. Not much else to report, other then that the squad has been active as always!"

[18:04] Lestat Umarov: From ZeroWinged for Antesignani: "Alright! Light week for Antesignani. Corsi is working for hi. . . her cheese on the mortar training [No offense meant Corsi] and we expect to see that done soon. School is in full swing for most people now and I am personally expecting inactivity to rise a bit. Project basics have been pushed past Munitorium and we are awaiting word on percise concepts to be completed [Drafting stage]. That is all."

[18:04] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor(:o) for Indisiae: "Uniform mod is expected to be completed by Monday at the latest, which will allow the wristblade to finally be built as such. Scripting for the wristblade is nearly completed, the HUD is as good as done, and the crossbow is close to being fully built. With gear development nearing completion early, the squad should be ready to roll out by he end of the month, as per projection."

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "This week has been a little quieter than most others. Looking into creating more activities and trainings for group and all members to attend if wanted. If you guys haven't had the chance to yet I would like to congradulate Scarlet Flaks for becoming the new Cohors B Century 1 lead; make sure to bug him now to for those PRFs guys! :) Beyond that if anyone else wishes to add ideas or concepts to the groups they are currently within, please put it past myself (Genesis Ronmark) or Jester S. Keep up the awesome work team; lets push to have next week become even funner than the last!"

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: From Myself for the Adiutor staff: "Still working on the outline. No new news till it's done. :|"

[18:05] Lestat Umarov: That concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the imperator.

[18:05] Trevor Russell raises hand.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. Some of you are waiting on a statement in regards to Terra appointments. It'll be out on Monday..ish.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Russell?

Tactica

[18:05] Trevor Russell: Slow week at the moment. This was my first week of school, so Tactica went to the backburner. I've got a few notarii who have started handing in reports; kudos to you (haven't, but want to? see me!). For now we are going to put a hold on Tactica recruitment until we have all current members busy (those of you already applying, don't worry). The one major thing to note is a "strategy guide" to Caribbean Breezes, the sim for Special Forces. it can be found at http://www.ordoimperialis.com/wiki/Strategy:Caribbean_Breezes . Please note, it is not at all done, but that should give you a good idea about what is to come, for all targets (got suggestions, send them to me, or dicuss them on the talk page of that article)! If you are waiting on me to look something over, I apologize, I will do so over this weekend for sure. Also, thank you Tsume for getting us a ton of notecards with all enemy sim rules. It'll be going on the wiki soon!

[18:06] Trevor Russell: that is all.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: "All." Haha. Thank you, Mr. Russell.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: Any other unit reports this evening?

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Perfecto. Moving right along. Mach 5. Phew.

Old Business

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Old business this evening. Any old business to bring up tonight?

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Even better. Unless I crashed and are talking to myself.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Moving on!

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: A couple quick statements to make and then I'm out of your hair.

Keynote Topics

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, thank you all for keeping it together during my time away. No major problems to note. Some minor things I'll patch up when I return. General activity has remained solid.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: So thank you! Very pleased with that.

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: When I return, I will be hitting a few things pretty hard. PRaetorians and the promotion system.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Guard will begin recruitment in the near future. So that will be an opportunity for many of you hopefuls. It current looks like we'll be looking for five members.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: As for the promotion minimums. Firefox will be kidnapped and held at gunpoint until he impliments the system onto the server.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: So! All is well in that field.

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Upon my return, I will also be honing in on some order maintanence projects-- revising some dated regulations, clarify others, while taking the opportunity to refocus on the basics with "zero tolerance" periods.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: For some of you veterans, you'll remember this from months ago, where we'd target outlying complaints and crack down, rehoning attention and ensuring our socialization process remains steady in the next generation of members.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who are "newer" members: don't worry. Zero tolerance sounds scary, but it's not that bad. I promise. It's simply re-teaching good practices.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: All righty then.

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead, Sesshomaru.

18:16] Sesshomaru Kozlov: Ummm the other night I accdently pistol whipped someone and then got yelled at about it and not saluting them because of it when we were trying to work it out, is they any punishment for that or just a warning cause I swear I had no idea what I was doing nor how I did it x.x

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: You're presumably fine, Sesshomaru. Accidents occur.

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: So as long as you clear that situation up with those involved

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: .

[18:17] Lestat Umarov: I killed aryte after a raid before by accident recently >.>;

[18:18] Orangy Ordinary: o.o

[18:19] Tokeli Zabelin: Ohp, oh well.

[18:19] Detox Exonar: Lestat must have killed him again

[18:19] Jayce Iredell raises hand.

[18:19] Sosarin Demar: Aryte's net died.

[18:19] Jayce Iredell: :/

[18:20] Tokeli Zabelin: Sosarin is now Aryte.

[18:20] Foxers Fhang: lol

[18:20] Sosarin Demar: He only has one more comment.

[18:20] Pyros Blackburn shoots the ISP he'd been aiming at the whole time.

[18:20] Sosarin Demar: a

[18:20] Sykes Foxclaw: The plot is revealed!

[18:20] Typhon Perun: The way everyoine is talking about this it makes it seem like shooting Aryte is some kind of Ordo tradition.

[18:20] Tokeli Zabelin: SHUT UP.

[18:20] Sosarin Demar: Everyone quiet please.

[18:21] Sosarin Demar: Anyway, he only has one more announcement. Promotions will be posted soon.

[18:21] Sosarin Demar: He will work on all of that, along with the Guard business he mentioned upon his return.

[18:21] Sosarin Demar: Any last questions from anyone? (Serious please)

[18:21] Sosarin Demar: Yes, Azoth?

[18:22] Azoth Zsun: Usually after a Meeting Aryte has left directions about a raid or somthing along those lines. did he leave any specific instructions for tonight? such as a high risk target (2142,CS) or the usual officer raid with a lower risk (Cati. SF)

[18:23] Sosarin Demar: Officers will debate among themselves on a raid leader and will organize accordingly. The target will be announced at that time.

[18:23] Sosarin Demar: Anymore questions?

[18:23] Jayce Iredell raises hand.

[18:23] Sosarin Demar: Yes, Jayce?

[18:23] Jayce Iredell: Whast the other announcement?

[18:24] Sosarin Demar: That was it.

[18:24] Sosarin Demar: Promotions will be after Aryte's return.

[18:24] Typhon Perun: \o/

[18:24] Sosarin Demar: Anything else? I'll take one more question.

Meeting Closer

[18:25] Sosarin Demar: Excellent. Then you are all dismissed. Aryte apologizes for his net crapping out.

[NCO Meeting - 13DEC09]

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DATE: 13 December 2009

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SUBJECT: Non-commissioned officer responsibilities.

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SUMMARY: Some of the NCO body gathered to listen to Aryte.

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CHAT LOG:

[17:05] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for coming. It was a relatively short notice. But I wanted to really kind of affirm and touch base on the NCO status here in the group.

[17:06] Aryte Vesperia: NCOs are a fairly misunderstood group of people. For many reasons. Foremost, it is usually examined as a very linear role-- when in reality it is extremely malleable. NCOs are, in every sense of the word, the material and fabric that makes up the collective support for the group.

[17:07] Aryte Vesperia: NCOs are the largest body, with probably the highest number of active participants. Socialization, determining the groups future, and our identity is really embraced and embodied by NCOs.

[17:07] MikeMurdock McMillan raises a hand

[17:07] Aryte Vesperia: Officers create policy, presumably, out of the influence of the most active and present members--NCOs.

[17:09] Aryte Vesperia: In combat, NCO are among the most vetted and skillfull. They comprise the majority of our elite units.

[17:10] Aryte Vesperia: But outside of all that, policy, combat related ramble, the NCOs have a power that many really do not realize: the quality of the NCO pool dictates the quality of the Ordo's future. One, because NCOs are the future officers, and two, because NCOs most dramatically effect the development of Numerii/new additions to the group.

[17:11] Aryte Vesperia: Mike?

[17:13] MikeMurdock McMillan: Well in my opinion A NOC's job to to assist the grunts . If they have questions and yourself or a officer is not around it is the NCO's job to assist with these questions as long as the question is not harming Ordo in any way and if they question the group it's the NCO's job to help them get back on track. I myself make sure to meet the new blood and let them know if they have any questions to contact me if a officer or yourself sir is not around to answer them

[17:13] MikeMurdock McMillan: *NCO's

[17:14] Aryte Vesperia: Without a doubt. Many would confuse an NCOs authority as being "null" without the ability of an officer to punish, etc. That's hardly so. NCO have immense levels of authority, even inherently, as guides and as the building blocks for the group.

[17:14] Aryte Vesperia: We have seen an ever increasing reliance on NCO staff lately--and that's how it should be. NCOs are our trainers, our elite fighters, our line unit commanders, our Lictors.

[17:16] Aryte Vesperia: There is not a lot of clarity, I would say, in the field of "what" an NCO can do.

[17:17] Aryte Vesperia: But that's a pretty simple answer: what can't they do?

[17:18] Aryte Vesperia: As an NCO, you really have two major avenues: one, involvement into administration, or two, reliance and sticking to the basics of combat.

[17:18] Aryte Vesperia: The first choice will bring increasing levels of authority and, eventually, officer status. Genesis Ronmark is a really good example of this.

[17:19] Aryte Vesperia: He used his NCO position to teach, enter Curia, pick up command slots.

[17:19] Aryte Vesperia: The second avenue is really, well . . think of Cheeso, or actually, many of our elite squadders.

[17:21] Aryte Vesperia: Cheeso is a horrible example of someone contributing to the atmosphere's good behavior. But he's Cheeso.

[17:21] Aryte Vesperia: Folks who are here, not explicitly to reach officer, but to simply be part of the backbone of our operation combatively, and in atmosphere.

[17:22] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[17:22] Jayce Iredell raises hand.

[17:22] MikeMurdock McMillan raises a hand

[17:22] Aryte Vesperia: Jayce?

[17:23] Jayce Iredell: aHow does one, contribute to atmosphere and reliability? It may be confusing to alot of us, I know alot of people feel like they just don't matter, I think it needs clarification.

[17:25] Aryte Vesperia: Participation and interaction is a major contribution. Consider this. Individuals entering this group are doing what? Observing conservatively, trying to determine who to emulate and how they'll become "one of those guys." NCOs, being the single most largest group, have the largest influence on that development through interaction and exposure.

[17:25] Aryte Vesperia: Make sense?

[17:25] Jayce Iredell: Yes.

[17:26] Aryte Vesperia: Mike?

[17:26] Jason Backer: Ah crap

[17:26] Jason Backer: Habit.

[17:27] MikeMurdock McMillan: As a NCO adding to the contibution not only of interacting with your fellow men ,but also to recommend which ones are doing well, which ones that need talking to, plus if a office needs assistance to help him or her?

[17:28] Aryte Vesperia: Correct. Very correct.

[17:28] Aryte Vesperia: Jason?

[17:31] Jason Backer: Well I have been thinking of the structure as a whole, and as it stands I believe and perhaps others do (Let me know) that NCOs currently in the group don't feel like NCOs, it's just a continuation of the enlisted time, the only major leapfrog comes from E-7 to officer, I think there would be a great benefit if it could be the same for NCO, not length wise, but forthere to be a distinction between Enlisted and NCO, people joining the Ordo have the handbook text andsadly unless they do some deep rooting in the forums thats about it. What would you say for a greater distinction between NCO and the Jnr Enlisted levels?

[17:31] Jason Backer: A guiding hand to direct the NCOs into their duties

[17:32] Jason Backer: Because not all of us pick it up or feel any different.

[17:32] Aryte Vesperia: We have been working to make that seperation. IT's an ongoing project-- an NCO academy has been "in process" for eons, but hasn't seen much light.

[17:32] Jayce Iredell: Gunau is supposed to be running the NCO-A, infact he keeps saying he will hold classes. But yeah....

[17:33] Aryte Vesperia: On more subtle levels, uniform changes and position availability has become dominantly tailored to NCOs.

[17:33] Aryte Vesperia: It is probably safe to bank Gunau will never have the opportunity to carry through.

[17:34] Tyler Yaseotoko: i wouldnt count him out, he was saying something about after finals are over.

[17:34] Jason Backer: I am willing to take a step up here and do my best in that area if that would be acceptable, I believe NCOs are the most underutilized tools of any SL military.

[17:34] Aryte Vesperia: But the opportunity to approach an NCO academy, at least on my side, is pretty far off. So it's more than available for anyone interested in helping Gunau get over the hurdle.

[17:34] Jason Backer: I would like to see someone do something about it

[17:34] Jason Backer: Pardon my bluntness

[17:34] Jayce Iredell: His finals are over if I remember correctly.

[17:35] Aryte Vesperia: I am more tham supportive of that, Jason. If you can get in touch with him to figure it out, by all means. If it comes to the point where he's unavailable, we can work around it.

[17:35] Tyler Yaseotoko: I'll see if i can hit him up about it.

[17:35] Jason Backer: It's not just an academy, it's something as simple as when you make E-4 there is someone there to have a chat with you and explain things over, like a squad leader does when a new member joins the squad.

[17:35] Jason Backer: Just have someone there to give you a guiding hand.

[17:36] Aryte Vesperia: I agree entirely.

[17:36] Anlysia Gregoire raises a hand.

[17:36] Aryte Vesperia: Anly?

[17:37] Anlysia Gregoire: This all kind of goes along with the new promotion requirement that are being worked-on. The concept of there not really being any "duties"/"responsibilities" until someone goes over that "hump" from E to W. With the new requirements you can more visibly see where effort is displayed, and rewarded.

[17:37] Aryte Vesperia: It does. That's very true.

[17:38] Jason Backer: As it stands I believe the current promotion line is thus

[17:38] Jason Backer: Numerii: Shoot things

[17:38] Jason Backer: NCO: ???

[17:38] Jason Backer: WO: Profit

[17:38] Jason Backer: I think theres a big void in the middle.

[17:38] Jason Backer: Needs to be plugged :>

[17:38] Tyler Yaseotoko raises his hand

[17:39] Aryte Vesperia: I completely agree.

[17:39] Aryte Vesperia: Tyler?

[17:39] Tyler Yaseotoko: The thing with becoming an NCO is in most cases you are givin more responsibilities, additional billets and such. Which is why there are usually more "NCO" than regular enlisted in most command stuctures. If you dilute the NCO pool by having to many people in it in comparison to the lower ranks you lose the whole use of being an nco.

[17:39] Tyler Yaseotoko: less NCOs bah typo

[17:39] Aryte Vesperia: Correct. That is one of the major reasons the promotion requirement system is being added.

[17:40] Jayce Iredell: Our current ratio is almost 1:1 for that.

[17:40] Tyler Yaseotoko: i would say even higher possibly

[17:40] Tyler Yaseotoko: i would venture a guess of almost 2 e-4s and up in compared to e-3 and below

[17:41] Aryte Vesperia: Jayce is right, atm.

[17:41] Aryte Vesperia: It is 1-1 at the moment.

[17:41] Aryte Vesperia: About.

[17:41] Jayce Iredell: 107 Numerii/ 1104 Principales

[17:41] Williamca Zenovka raises his hand to this...

[17:41] Jayce Iredell: *104

[17:41] Aryte Vesperia: Williamca?

[17:41] Tyler Yaseotoko: hopefully it can get around to 2-1 in favor of numerri

[17:42] Aryte Vesperia: That would be preferable.

[17:42] Williamca Zenovka: The thing is most NCO's are...well more active than the Numerii. Thus it seems there is more NCOs then Enlisted.

[17:42] Aryte Vesperia: Correct.

[17:42] Tyler Yaseotoko: that is true

[17:42] Aryte Vesperia: NCOs are less confused. And active people get rewarded.

[17:42] Aryte Vesperia: Lol.

[17:43] Tyler Yaseotoko: I would just like to bring up a side note.

[17:43] Aryte Vesperia: Yes?

[17:43] Tyler Yaseotoko: If you see someone doing something wrong correct them.

[17:44] Aryte Vesperia: That goes hand in hand with our discussion yesterday during the main meeting. The keeping of generation quality, etc.

[17:44] Aryte Vesperia: NCOs play very heavily in that.

[17:44] Anlysia Gregoire: Once there's requirements attached to NCO beyond "time"...the numbers will swing a bit. When I first joined, "NCO" meant "I've been around two months and not shot Aryte yet".

[17:45] Aryte Vesperia: \

[17:45] Aryte Vesperia: That . . yeah, Anly.

[17:45] Jayce Iredell: LAWL Anly I have been around three years and I don't think I have shot aryte yet.... does that make me a legates? XD

[17:45] Aryte Vesperia: We're in better shape than others who will remain nameless, but our emphasis has really been on NCO development. So time to take it to the next step.

[17:45] Redemption Islander: I wonder how many times ive shot Aryte..

[17:46] Imperial Admiral: Not as many as me >:|

[17:46] WolfShaman Warrior has shot Aryte. Not just in SL either.

[17:46] Aryte Vesperia: Haha

[17:46] Aryte Vesperia: Well.

[17:46] Aryte Vesperia: Anything else to discuss, gentlemen?

[17:46] Aryte Vesperia: And ladies.

[17:46] WolfShaman Warrior: I got a link

[17:46] Tyler Yaseotoko: Remember as an NCO you are a leader, both lower enlisted and even officers look to you as examples.

[17:46] Gulliver Carpool raises his hand.

[17:46] Aryte Vesperia: Gulliver?

[17:46] Gulliver Carpool: I had intended to say this earlier, but I got talking on Vent.

[17:47] Gulliver Carpool: The Ordo is what you make it. As an officer I look at my job not so much as keeping people in line or whatever, but as a facilitator to help those under me turn their ideas into reality.

[17:49] Aryte Vesperia: That's a very appropriate way to look at it, Gulliver. I agree.

[17:49] Gulliver Carpool: The NCO class is where the work and direction takes those ideas to their end result..

[17:49] Gulliver Carpool: I'm having a hard time expressing the idea, but you should get the picture.

[17:49] Gulliver Carpool: Basically, as an NCO, you are driving the bus.

[17:50] Aryte Vesperia: I am intimidated by the thought of Dempster driving.

[17:50] Aryte Vesperia: But that's correct.

[17:49] Gulliver Carpool: I'm having a hard time expressing the idea, but you should get the picture.

[17:49] Gulliver Carpool: Basically, as an NCO, you are driving the bus.

[17:50] Aryte Vesperia: I am intimidated by the thought of Dempster driving.

[17:50] Aryte Vesperia: But that's correct.

[17:51] WolfShaman Warrior: Got a meeting log reguarding the promotion requirements and such that was touched on: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/3966-ordo-meeting-71809 --- Time Mark 18:56

[17:52] WolfShaman Warrior: as well as the formal forum post: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/5313-upcoming-promotion-requirements-12oct09

[17:52] Aryte Vesperia: Don't remind me how far I am behind on that. LOL.

[17:52] Aryte Vesperia: But thank you.

[17:53] Redemption Islander: Man. I really need a profile pic and sig for the forums.

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia: Phew. Anything else we need to cover this evening?

[17:54] WolfShaman Warrior: Cant say I have too much to contribute for this meeting. I typically save my wordy soap box speaches for the forums.

[17:54] Redemption Islander: I actually need to go. So I wont be adding anything sadly

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia: All right then.

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you all. Good discussion. :)

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia: And as always. Noble Scribe Dascede, thank you.

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed.

[17:54] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 12DEC09]

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SUBJECT: General Topics

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SUMMARY: Ordo gathered for discussion.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Let's get started.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: A bigger turn out tonight than I expected. Finals week is killing our activity. So thank you all for coming.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: I am going to keep this as quick as possible, so folks can get back to their work.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Please remember to keep your comments until given a chance to speak, etc.

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, statistics:

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: 281 in main group. 93 defenses marked, 9 offensive deployments.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: Applications . . oh god, pushing 18. Most denied, as usual.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: One major change this week in diplomacy. Looks like SK disbanded, and merged with the EU..? Still trying to figure that out.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Not a major effect to us, as we had limited involvement with SK.

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Other than that, it's been fairly level. Combat has been solid. Lot of very good deployments, over a large number of units-- AI, CS, 2142, CATI, SF.

Divisional Reports

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Let's go ahead and move on to unit reports. Volunteer to go first?

[18:08] Detox Exonar: =^.^= DETOX

[18:08] Detox Exonar: raises hand

[18:08] Aryte Vesperia: .. hahah. Detox, thank you.

[18:08] Detox Exonar: I need to deactivate that damn gesture - lol

Astra

[18:08] Detox Exonar: ASTRA Report

[18:09] Detox Exonar: This week has seen 3 new ASTRA cadets get through phase training

[18:09] Detox Exonar: Apostles are steady with concluding training as always

[18:09] Detox Exonar: Sosa has just opened up a Flight Leader position to replace Williamca going to Terra

[18:09] Detox Exonar: We thank Will for his service and wish him good luck

[18:10] Detox Exonar: The position opening will allow any flight member from Paragon to submit his justifications as to why he should be the new flight leader of Drake team

[18:11] Detox Exonar: Will be weighted of course for those with time in grade -however - we are opening up to any member regardless of his tenure in ASTRA

[18:11] Detox Exonar: A thread was created in ASTRA Online Ordo websight and we have already seen 10 flight members submit their qualifications

[18:12] Detox Exonar: Sosa and I discussed - that after reading all the exceptional statements by our ASTRA flight members - this will be a difficult choice to make

[18:13] Detox Exonar: Nevertheless - I want everyone who submitted their statements - to know that stepping up to the plate in this way - and going after this position - reflects most favorably on all the applicants

[18:13] Detox Exonar: Sosa will make his selection and this will be conveyed in the ASTRA Thread no later than tomorrow - Sunday

[18:13] Detox Exonar: On to exercises

[18:14] Detox Exonar: Bradyn - is scheduling an event for this Wed - that will encorporate Thanatos bombers - and Escorts - against hostile attackers -this should prove to be a challenging event

[18:15] Detox Exonar: I wil get a notice out tomorrow scheuling this event and ask that we get good participation

[18:15] Detox Exonar: Crash concluded a weekly scheduled dogfight event yesterday - Friday - it went well - but we were a bit shy on participation.

[18:15] Detox Exonar: We are hoping that more folks will be participating in the weeks to come.

[18:16] Detox Exonar: This concludes the weekly ASTRA status report

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you, Detox!

[18:16] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov.

Terra

[18:16] Lestat Umarov: Overall another good week for Terra. I held a meet and greet at the begining of the week to get acquainted with the new faces and have been speaking with the upper levels of Terra command about some major changes I'm not ready to bring to public light as of yet. Now, onto unit reports. Forgive me if they're a bit light due to finals.

[18:16] Lestat Umarov: From Keller for Invictus: "Welcoming Corsi Mousehold and Nohime Runner ot the squad. Most of the development is going along nicely, awaiting the Imperator approval for the Negev to be finished. School is winding down and we are expecting a refresh to activity with the new members and the school year winding down. Thats it."

[18:17] Nohime Runner: o_O

[18:17] Lestat Umarov: errr

[18:17] Lestat Umarov: Mistype...

[18:17] Corsi Mousehold giggles.

[18:17] Lestat Umarov: That was antesig :|

[18:17] Anlysia Gregoire: (Antesignani.)

[18:18] Lestat Umarov: From Keller(FOR REAL THIS TIME) for Invictus: "A slightly quieter week then previous. Invictus continued deploying regularily as part of general raid teams, and performing admirably. Currently, quite pleased with how the squad is progressing, and looking forward to the next couple weeks."

[18:19] MikeMurdock McMillan: here now don't send teleports anymore

[18:19] MikeMurdock McMillan: haha

[18:19] Lestat Umarov: I recieved no report from Fulminata, altho I heard Gulliver did get one. But aside from that I havn't heard much on the current status of the squad.

[18:19] Lestat Umarov: From myself for the Adiutor Staff: "I spoke with some of the builders who are working on gear for the staff. The revolver seems to be a go as long as the current sculpter gets unbanned.(?) As for the masks, waiting on keller atm. Still need to discuss policy with the Imperator and XO's."

[18:19] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "Good news on Endra being assigned as Lupus help (aka Sergeant). Activity steady and members levels in B are moving forward at a steady pace. Members come and go as needed, plenty of PRFs being done now. Nothing major event wise happened this week, and the group seems to communicate and work promptly and in a correct manor. All in all this week has been quieter to previous possibly due to mid-terms beginning shortly. Study hard and go far team.

Looking forward to next week!"

[18:20] Lestat Umarov: That concludes my report for Terra. ANy additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:20] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

Munitorum

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Any other units?

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire raises hand. :V

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Gregoire.

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: Quick'n'dirty Munitorum update this week. Lots of stuff in the bag and waiting on das Imperator's decisions on assignment and such.

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: The Veritas, Infensus, and Caelum are complete barring any sudden issues that appear. Tsume and Vincent have developed a second Caelum variant over the past li'l bit, you may have seen it around with the big ol' minigun on it.

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: Sera is still in the midst of doing many many updates to many many weapons. So everyone should give Sera a hug for it. Ethan's......I have no idea. So there's a plane, somewhere. But I have no idea what state it's in, honestly.

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: Scarlet has been working with Tsume on some fancy new pretty stuff as well, a riot shield and a new baton to replace the old Stun Baton Aryte......lost. When your inventory went kaboom? I think so.

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: This upcoming week I'll be working on some more finalizations to the Munitorum Handbook, so I'll be able to yell at people and roll that up to hit them with while I yell at them. Agares said he had lots of ideas for that, then didn't tell me anything, so I think he's a liar. ♡

[18:21] Anlysia Gregoire: Other'n that, not much else to report right now.

[18:22] Detox Exonar: Detox raises hand

Astra Cont.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Exonar?

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: (Disembodied Hand contacted me to notify me he's working on our orders-- high command uniform, trenchcoats, bdus.)

[18:22] Trinity Heckroth: (\o/!)

[18:23] Detox Exonar: I forgot to mention during my ASTRA status report - a new flight was opened up last week - Third Flight Caelum has been re-activated - with Foxers Fhang selected as Flight leader - that is all sir

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. :)

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Anyone else?

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent. Moving on then.

Old Business

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up this evening?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then. On to my topics.

Keynote Topics

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia rubs his hands together. "Ahem . . well! Pay attention, important stuff."

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: By my authority, the Legion Terra is hereby expanded by the addition of [1] century, serving the Cohors B unit. Century Liberatrix, the "Liberators," [Cohors B, Century III]: Liberatrix, will alleviate additional strain on B1 and B2. In addition, it will provide further positions within Terra for potential command leads. Filling of this unit will begin within the next week.

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent. Moving on.

[18:28] Aryte Vesperia: As discussed last week, we will be introducing additional officers within the Terra bracket.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: At this time, I would like to go ahead and congratulate both Ribena Homewood and Genesis Ronmark. They have been selected for elevation into the [W-1] role. Genesis Ronmark will be assuming the position of Cohors B XO, whereas Ribena Homewood will be assuming overall command of Cohors C.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: It also should be noted that Anlysia Gregoire has been tapped to assume overall Terra Adjutant command. Additional appointments are planned and will be announced when prepared.

[18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Next topic.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: Further additions to the merit pool have been introduced and will be added, compliments of Tiridates brainstorming:

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Architect of the Imperium – Possible next tier up in the Architect series of merits.

Excelsior Merit/Medal – For innovation, excellence, and/or brilliance in the pursuit of administrative duties, the creation of policies, the reform of organizational structures, etc.

Pathfinder Merit (qualification?) - For tactica?

Cogito Merit/Medal – for the contribution of strategies, tactics, or for excellence in implementing the like, in either administrative or military applications.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: In addition, it has been proposed that ceremony be adopted from the elevation to certain positions within the group. In particular, higher profile officer roles, Praetorian, Curia, and so foth. I support the notion and will work to achieve this in the future.

[18:33] Aryte Vesperia: Finally, Tiridates has proposed that honor titles be revisited-- for example, very elite, special awards that would allow individuals to assume a special title. Among his suggestions are:

Champion of the Imperium, Guardian of the Watch, Imperial Historial-- I largely support the idea and will also work to see this implimented. He and I agree it would be a great atmosphere building opportunity and provide people additional avenues to work toward.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: "Champion" role would be:

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: For an example, consider the rough idea of what the

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: (Keep in the mind this is entirely random and not refined, or in any way set in stone.)

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: "Champion of the Imperium – The Champion is selected once a year, for the duration of a year, during Founding Day. Candidates are nominated only by Legates -level personnel from which the Imperator selects the recepient. A Champion can be selected more than once, but not consecutively. Any individual, prior to offical sanctioning, must pass a disciplinary and security reviews and investigations.

They must conduct themselves as a living symbol of the virtues and morals of the Group for the duration of their endoressment. Upon the nomination of the next Champion, they must present the regalia to the successor, under the blessing of the Imperator."

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: "Champion" role would be:

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: For an example, consider the rough idea of what the

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: (Keep in the mind this is entirely random and not refined, or in any way set in stone.)

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: "Champion of the Imperium – The Champion is selected once a year, for the duration of a year, during Founding Day. Candidates are nominated only by Legates -level personnel from which the Imperator selects the recepient. A Champion can be selected more than once, but not consecutively. Any individual, prior to offical sanctioning, must pass a disciplinary and security reviews and investigations.

They must conduct themselves as a living symbol of the virtues and morals of the Group for the duration of their endoressment. Upon the nomination of the next Champion, they must present the regalia to the successor, under the blessing of the Imperator."

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: So on and so forth. All very interesting and unique. Just sort of an opportunity to expand horizons.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:36] Agares Tretiak: :D

[18:37] Agares Tretiak raises his hand.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Tretiak.

[18:37] Agares Tretiak: Tiri and I discussed this concept, is it a fairly likely thing we'll be doing? I had been side tracked for so long I nearly forgot about it.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: It's entirely Tiri's idea.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Thus the insanity of it.

[18:38] Agares Tretiak: Haha

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Or. Yours and Tiri's ideas.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: So yes.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Perfecto. All right, act like I said promotions and dial in for a moment. This is the big topic for the evening, and I'd appreciate everyone's full attention.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia elbows Keller.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: The Ordo Imperialis has grown to sizes and complexity that, looking back years ago, would have never been expected. The nature of this group has evolved and will continue to evolve. It is a progression that is welcomed and unavoidable. People change, time changes, and the group will mature or even relaxes in some aspects. It is visible to those who have been here for some time—but there are actual generations and cycles of membership here.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: You will notice this in rank disparity, or by examining “who is more comfortable with who.” It is sort of like . . . class years. There’s the class of 2007, 08, 09, and soon to be 2010. And, in every class or generation, I have always experienced this sense of, well, what I would consider “moral panic,” or “times have changed.”

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: This occurs when the last generation, now senior NCO, officers (et cetera) sit down and glance back at the current generation. From their positions, it is very easy to gander and point out error, compile it, and then share it with others in their generation until a paradigm is developed that creates a sense of “things are not like they use to be.”

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: Let me be clear when I say: comments or discussions of “things are not as strict as they once were,” or “things are too strict now” are a complete farce. The strictness within the Ordo has never changed; it is simply applied in more professional, ethically silent manners. In 2006, when I assumed command, the rule of law that exists today was founded. There has been no variance in my strictness, only variance in the application and processing of offenses.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: That is, however, not to say that incidents do not occur—they do, of course they do. But I promise, when the 2006 era was looking at the 2007 era, and then the 2007 era looking at 2008 . . . the cycle only perpetuated. Every generation has had its share of being looked at as potential threats to the Ordo’s continuity. And I promise you, months from now when the current wave of new members forget this speech, they will look at the 2010 generation and have the same impulses.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: The reason this is brought up is twofold.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: One, the size of the Ordo maximizes and increases the sense of “panic.” In 2007 it was easily contained and naturally worked out through normal proceedings of members becoming vetted—we were 100 strong, maybe. Now we’re three times that size.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly, the danger of labeling an entire generation as degrading to the Ordo’s continuity has undermines the entire purpose of unity and kinship this group focuses upon.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: In order to overcome this and to ensure proper socialization, it takes the efforts of existing generations and the current generations.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, officers and NCOs must be willing to step up and exert their knowledge, assistance, and, when necessary, authority. Poor actions and behaviors must be rebuked, in order to stem it at the root and ensure future members receive the same instruction and consistent treatment.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly, the current generation must embrace and understand the situation they are stepping into—the Ordo’s been here for a long time. We have “ways,” rules, norms, lore, even. These must be respected, or, the grating sensation against the older generations will alienate and eventually erode away membership.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: The contribution of membership goes far beyond the field of combat. Fighting is what the Ordo does, but fighting is not what the Ordo “is.” We are a community, a brotherhood, a gathering of friends, family—whatever you wish to term it as.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Every generation is a new layer to the community. Every new member is another voice, another mind, another individual who is contributing their time to the collective existence of the group. Individuals do not simply join the Ordo to carry a gun. They can do that on their own. They join the Ordo, maybe not consciously, for the appeal of being “with” something. And that something is everyone here.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: There are many personalities within the group. Our differences are vast. Our political beliefs, personal situations, and our morality: not one of us is exact. To step into the Ordo is to acknowledge that, set it aside, and confide in the utilitarian necessity for embracing the greater picture—that, although different, we are all in this together.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Tomorrow, the officer corps will be discussing more stringent observation of regulations and ensuring due process is followed in all accords. In addition, I will be summoning an NCO gathering tomorrow at 5:00 PM SLT to discuss the future and cover ways that NCO members can be involved in furthering the grandeur of our organization.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: For everyone, however, I remind you to not lose sight of the bigger picture and the observation of standards: some days you may not be in the mood to put that uniform on when you’re visiting the base. Some days there may be a bit too much sugar in your veins and you’re thinking about rambling about something inappropriate on Ventrilo. Some days your temper may get the best of you and you’ll be considering mouthing off to that OIC telling you to get in line. But think hard and realize every action percolates to a much larger identity: our identity as an organization and our identity as a professional operation.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: You owe it to yourself and to your comrades to embrace the expectations you signed up under, and to carry yourself with the utmost diligence and respect for one another. Thank you.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: I will hold questions during this gathering to save time. If you wish to discuss this topic, you may do so here: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6178-on-generations/

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you for your attention. Let's move on.

[18:55] Aryte Vesperia: Combat this evening: as last week, I will be away from home for a couple hours directly after the meeting. I will host a large raid tonight when I return, however. I expect to be back around 9.. 9:30 at latest? (If my timezones are right here.)

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you who weren't here for last week's massive battle, it was absolutely hilarious and CS told us to go the fuck away after four hours.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: lol.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: SO. I will be looking forward to that.

[18:56] Azoth Zsun: sounds familliar...

General Discussion

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Now then, does anyone wish to bring up anything before I move on to promotions?

[18:56] Jayce Iredell rasies hand.

[18:56] Aryte Vesperia: Jayce.

[18:57] Jayce Iredell: How is the sim coming along in terms of tweaking, I notice eeveryday something new seems to be added or something removed, do we know if Imperial has a final idea in mind and if he plans to finish it?

[18:57] Jayce Iredell: How is the sim coming along in terms of tweaking, I notice eeveryday something new seems to be added or something removed, do we know if Imperial has a final idea in mind and if he plans to finish it?

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: Imperial is . . actually interested in finishing, so I can leave him alone forever. Progress has been fairly solid.

[18:58] Aryte Vesperia: As for a date. Well. I hope within the next week.

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Or topics?

[18:59] Jayce Iredell raises hand......

[18:59] Aryte Vesperia: Iredell.

[18:59] Typhon Perun raises a hand.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: I'm very supportive of that.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Never had a problem with it.

[19:01] Xayvien Rau raises the table 50 cents, and puts down a Flush.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: If you work out a list of what you had in mind, we can definitely work on it.

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Typhon?

[19:03] Typhon Perun: I know I am still new, but the talk on vent in alpha channel during raids has me a bit concerned as it gets very confusing at times. I've had some ideas to help make the chatter better understood for those on a raid, and posted them for discussion here. http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6175-vent-raid-comm-chatter-control/ Please note that I got the opinion that some might think I am pointing out specifice people in it. I'm not, just trying to help the vent chatter during a raid run more smoothly so we can do our jobs better.

[19:03] Typhon Perun: That is all I have to say sir.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you. :]

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Doctor Rau?

[19:04] Deano Kharg: o/

[19:04] Xayvien Rau: I may as well say something for once, and in regards to Fulminata. We were going to be rebuilding the squad and making it fancy from the ground up. Wanted to say at least one thing in regards to my squad. D<

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: (No more after Deano.)

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Deano?

[19:05] Deano Kharg: Nvm. not important enought to bring up in meeting

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Ok! :)

Promotions

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions-- oh god, this is becoming monstrous. Lot of Numerii level movements here. Please remember I do appreciate and value recommendations. Nearly all of them this week are direct recommendations. Merits especially!

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: If you don't see your name ont he PRF list, see your commander. You know the drill.

[19:05] FireFox Breed: Fucking new guys :D

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: PRFS:

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Arc Vyper

Corsi Mousehold - unlock.

Endra ashbourne - unlock.

Garion Lowenhardt - unlock.

Ron Bleac

Typhon Perun

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: And promotionary list . . ho-boy:

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Alu Scorpio - [Combat Prowess] +25qp

Anlysia Gregoire - [W-2]

Arc Vyper - [E-2]

Azoth Zsun - [E-2]

Bradyn Halcali - [E-3]

Drasamax Python - [E-3]; [Combat Prowess II] +25qp

Genesis Ronmark - [W-1]

Hunter Graysmark - [E-2]

Johann Wilberg - [Corona Vallaris] +1 unlock.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Keller Teichmann - [Merit of Honor]; [indoctrination]; [Custos]

Ozzlander Parx - [E-2]

Ribena Homewood - [W-1]

Shawn Rexerzon - [E-2]

Sierra Sugar - [E-2]

Syndall Jansma - [E-3]

Tsume Xiao - [Recruitment]

Vilkacis Mason - [E-2]; [Combat Prowess] +25qp

Vincent Kroitschov - [E-2]; [Homeland Defense] +25qp

Xyekep Richez - [E-2]

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Phew.

Meeting Closer

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: On that note. Thank you all for another awesome meeting. I am going to RUN now, I'll be back in a couple hours. Have a great night if I don't see you. For those of you in finals week: study hard, good luck, don't stay up all night studying, it's unhealthy (ENDRA).

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Officers, expect Endra to bug you to host a raid while I am gone, for Armatura.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: Other than that. Dismissed and much <3.

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.

[Ordo Meeting - 05DEC09]

As any time, you're welcome, Intus.

[Ordo Meeting - 05DEC09]

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NAME/RANK/DIVISION: Dascede Aluveaux | W-1; Triplicarius | Terra

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DATE: 05 December 2009

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SUBJECT: General topics.

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SUMMARY: Whole group gathers for discussion.

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CHAT LOG:

Meeting Opener

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Let's get started.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Hold IMs and stop rezzing crap.

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Lol.

[18:00] Vincent Lucerne: xD;

[18:00] Aryte Vesperia: Remember, do not speak out of turn, hold questions, etc.

[18:00] Azoth Zsun: yes sir ;3;

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: I am going to see how fast I can do this, as I have somewhere to be at 7:30.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: SOOO let's do it.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: First off, data:

Imperator's Report

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Total members: 280. Actual, 281.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Devastator got banned for a couple of days.

[18:01] Aryte Vesperia: Cadets: 18

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: 73 defense ops on file, 11 offensive ops.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: 27 applicants, 9 approved, a crap load denied.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Diplomacy, oh my.

[18:02] Aryte Vesperia: Let's see . .

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Relative stability, aside from a couple topics to cover:

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: Foremost, Blood First. New Chaos-breakaway group.

[18:03] Vilkacis Mason: woo full crash...

[18:03] Aryte Vesperia: They had us briefly blockaded after one of their high command accused us of "avatar flying." After I spoke with the BF leader, and pointed out how ludacris the claim was . . we were summarily unblockaded.

[18:04] Aryte Vesperia: BF is now seeking to join the Iron Symphony, which has resulted in great hilarity as I drill BF on the incompetence of their high command.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly, Sturm Korps is currently up to the chopping block. SK received access to the AN's servers, tampered and vandalized their Wiki.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: Maks Vendetta, SK lead, has treated this as a joke and has refused apology. AN and Merczateers have summarily given SK their "you're banned, good work" notice.

[18:05] Aryte Vesperia: The Ordo will be discussing it during our officer meeting tomorrow.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: On a sidenote, Chaos is essentially unbanned.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: If they're not dead.

[18:06] Aryte Vesperia: On to unit reports.

Divisional Reports

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Volunteers?

[18:07] Lestat Umarov raises hand

[18:07] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Umarov, for Terra.

Terra

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: Things are improving for Terra, slowly but surely. I've made an effort to invest a bit more time in Ordo now that I've dealt with some real life stuff. I'm getting on top of reports again. If you are a commander and you fail to submit a report you WILL be held accountable. There is no excuse for failing to submit a report. If you know you're not going to be there to submit a report you either need to let me know in advance or instruct one of your subordinates on how to prepare one. Combat has been frequent, with raids as well as home defense from attackign parties. I'm also happy to see a lot of training happening recently. In terms of squad activity and command coherency I'm disappointed in a couple squads which I'll spare naming at the moment. You know who you are, so step up the game. We'll be working to get things going smoothly in the near future and Centurion Breed and I will be in contact to assist. Lastly, we plan on assigning an adjucant soon to assist witht he various duties of Terra command. I exp

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: ect we'll come to a decision shortly. Now, onto unit reports.

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: For Keller for Invictus: "A busy week from Invictus compared to the last, with the squad taking part in numerous raids. Looking forward to holding another weekly raid, and Invictus will start leading it's own training exercises over the next week - which all other Alphas and Terra personnel will likely be able to take part in."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Zerowinged for Antesignani: "School is winding down, activity (expected) to increase in the next few weeks. Meeting being schedueled for saturday [12DEC09], times are to be announced and pending on group vote. All projects set to limbo status and are under re-evalutation as per Centurion F. Breeds suggestion. One glorious raid/ allied assistance lead; one joint-squad training held. This concludes our weekly report."

[18:07] Lestat Umarov: From Zrazor for Fulminata: "A number of Alpha-centric raids have been carried out this past week, and these assaults have been spectacularly successful. Fulminata has done its part during these raids and intends to continue to do so. Fulminata also intends to promote and help orchestrate further cooperation between the squads. In regards to training, training assaults on New Jessie have been beneficial in building teamwork skills and in garnering positive publicity for Ordo in general. In regards to gear advancement, Fulminata has been in the midst of acquiring new and revamping/improving old gear. Fulminata's signature weapon, the THUNDER HAMMER™ has been rescripted to include a more efficient groupfilter, and a more convenient c-melee attack. As such, skull fractures are on the rise across the board. We also hope to have the Incendius finished and released (God willing) during the next week, as well as the Benelli Elite's scripts improved upon at a later date. This concludes the report for Fulminata."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Myself for the Adiutor staff: "We're still underway with the reworking of squad duties. Once the Imperator, Centurion Breed, Zerowinged and myself have a moment to sit down and hammer things out I'll let everyone know. I have no new information on squad projects. I'd imagine the revolver is on indefinite hiatus unless Syris is still going to do it."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: From Genesis for Cohors B: "Overall; B has been shaping up nicely with the addition of new members and merits alongside promotions finally kicking in. Still looking for someone to help out Rapax if you know anyone interested please have them contact any Cohors B staff or Lupus Mielziner directly. Looking forward to seeing a boom in drills and activities to follow."

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: This concludes my report for Terra. Any additional reports may be given at the discretion of the Imperator.

[18:08] Lestat Umarov: >.>

[18:08] Sosarin Demar raises his hand.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Wow, thank you.

[18:09] Aryte Vesperia: Okay then, Mr. Demar.

Astra

[18:09] Sosarin Demar: Combat participation this week has been great. Good air engagement against Cthonic Syndicate and a very touch and go air conflict with CATI today. Keep it up, everyone. The only other item I have to bring up that bears significance is the fact that Astra is re-instating its third flight (Octet equivalent) in the active Squadron, due to our recent flux of actives. It's a pleasurable sight, indeed. That concludes this week's report for Astra.

[18:10] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent. Do a ny other units wish to provide a report this evening?

[18:10] Sosarin Demar: (I'll be posting a notice making it official over the next few days, with Foxers Fhang leading this new flight. That is all.)

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Very good then, let's move on!

Old Business

[18:11] Aryte Vesperia: Any old business to bring up tonight?

[18:11] Intus Infinity raises paw

[18:11] Intus Infinity: hand^

[18:12] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Infinity?

[18:12] Intus Infinity: Website activity has increased [+8.02%]. Current ordoimperialis.com website statistics for the week of 11-28-09 to 12-04-09: There was a total of 2412 visits (11.24% were new visitors), 421 absolutely unique visitors, 18,840 pageviews, and the average time on website was 14 minutes, 16 seconds. Most visitors are from the US(1609), Canada(254), and the UK(204). For a more detailed analysis, please see PDF document: http://intus.ordoimperialis.com/wrd120509.pdf

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: Oh snap, Canada in the lead.

[18:13] zanndor Aeon: Damn it Keller

[18:13] Heavy666 Bolden: Go Canada

[18:13] Keller Teichmann stops spamming F5.

[18:13] Sol Cult: Someone should tell them our bacon is bacon and send them home.

[18:13] Aryte Vesperia: All right, any further old business?

[18:14] FireFox Breed rises a paw

[18:14] Aryte Vesperia: Old business, Firefox?

[18:15] FireFox Breed: WEll just a update. The application has been updated to a newer verson. >.> Just a notice about it.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:15] Aryte Vesperia: I appreciate you doing that.

[18:16] Vincent Lucerne raises a hand >:|!

[18:16] Aryte Vesperia: Lucerne?

18:17] Vincent Lucerne: Lord Imperator, morale is high as our compaigns against the heretics result their taint being burned from existance >:D....The Emperor is pleased.

[18:17] Vincent Lucerne: a*

[18:17] Vincent Lucerne: Signs show our continued victory insures salvation >:|!

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: . .

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:17] Sol Cult: I feel quite mellow.

Keynote Topics

[18:17] Aryte Vesperia: Keynote topics this evening: on account of the recent heavy increase in membership, I will be focusing on covering some maintenance topics.

[18:17] Vincent Lucerne: Sah!

[18:18] Vex Naxos: Hush Sol

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: First up, let's talk about raid expectations-- especially, the time leading up to the development of a raid.

[18:18] Aryte Vesperia: Over the last couple of weeks, Ordo officers have become increasingly more comfortable with leading combat outside of my supervision.

[18:19] Aryte Vesperia: So, combat itself is on the constant rise.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: I do want to remind everyone on a few basics that are integral and do allow for combat to flow without a hitch. Foremost, when it is near time to volunteer, relog (if needed) and get on Ventrilo. Wasting time after the fact delays the raid.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Some briefings waste ten, fifteen minutes waiting for everyone to go "I am gonna relog, brb.)

[18:21] Karlhockey Forte raises a hand

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: In addition, if you do not have access to Ventrilo, please secure it. Although I couldn't care less if you talk on it, it is a vital piece of giving orders and providing accurate briefings.

[18:21] Aryte Vesperia: Nothing frustrates me quite more than spending ten minutes during a briefing fixing someone's Ventrilo for them.

[18:22] Aryte Vesperia: Some officers are comfortable with text operations. That's not my style. So assume I will want you to be on Ventrilo.

[18:22] Sol Cult: No political or religious discussions. :(

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: And finally, if an officer, or myself is currently leading combat. Please be mindful with the messages. Some things can wait. I am a fantastic multi-tasker, but even I find it irritating to get pinged with a dozen "can u fix my unlock" messages.

[18:24] Aryte Vesperia: Karlhockey?

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: I do. Keep in mind I have a very linear formula. Anyone who pays attention realizes it goes like this:

[18:25] Aryte Vesperia: 1. I ask for a defense OIC, appoint it. I then wait about five to ten minutes, and call a team.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Almost always, I take people on a first come, first served basis. It's only fair.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Some units will receive precedence, and other times I'll pick people who haven't been out in a while.

[18:26] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Very good.

[18:27] Jayce Iredell raises a hand.

[18:27] Jayce Iredell: (LAg, love it)

[18:27] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead.

[18:28] Jayce Iredell: I notice there tend to be alot of constant volunteers for raids, while this is good, I would prefer to see more activity on the part of people that don't always jump the gun, how could we promote this?

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: I have a habit of leaving a couple spots open and prodding people after the fact. It's why you'll notice random join-ins after the rally.

[18:29] Aryte Vesperia: I am giving away all my raid recruitment secrets. Oh god.

[18:31] Aryte Vesperia: As the group grows, the frequency of offensives will continue to grow. The hope is to ensure everyone has ample opportunity.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: We are, as I mentioned last week, providing specialized training for officers to ensure their confidence with combat leadership is solid. This has been taken advantage of more and more often.

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Any other questions?

[18:32] Aryte Vesperia: Next topic. The opposite end of raids: defending the region.

[18:34] Aryte Vesperia: The first part I would like to cover: rallying to defense upon the entrance of an attacker.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: Yes, more often than not, we will be attacked by . . oh, 1 or 2 people at a time. But that does require response from available personnel. Do not assume "oh there's 25 people on map, they got this" and continue sitting in the base. Everyone needs to hit the dirt and help out. If you /are/ busy, building, teaching, etc. Simply ask the OIC if it's OK if you continue.

[18:35] Aryte Vesperia: It's simply a good practice and teaches proper habit. We do not want to sit idly by during combat.

[18:36] Aryte Vesperia: Secondly, deploying to defensive posture: this should be, and is natural for many of you.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: Upon a combat situation, disperse and cover all avenues of approach. If you notice that, say, the south has scarce commitment, take it upon yourself to fill the holes.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: If the OIC wishes to redistribute you, they will do so.

[18:37] Aryte Vesperia: But, treat it as a rule of common to diversify along the entire defense line.

[18:38] Aryte Vesperia: The OIC reserves the right to allow the red zone to be broken, to route and push enemies from hardpoints.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: The reason behind this? The new sim build will be much more aggressive for us (if you haven't seen it, visit 700m up. No, I am not sure when it'll be done).

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: It is good to begin to become comfortable with that fluid movement now.

[18:39] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Very good. Moving on.

[18:40] Aryte Vesperia: Terra has expanded, roughly, fifteen people over the last two weeks. It is 175 members in strength. That is larger than most militaries.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Terra has many, many staff opportunities open at this time.

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Among which is leadership of Cohors C, and Cohors C Century 1. You may apply: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6057-cohors-leadership-position-open-04dec09/

[18:41] Aryte Vesperia: In addition, we will be looking for:

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: [TERRA]: Command ADJ; overall Terra adjutant.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Cohors B XO.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: And, finally, the possibility of adding an additional Cohors B century has been loosely discussed.

[18:42] Aryte Vesperia: Tomorrow, during the officer meeting, candidates and possible officer promotions will be discussed within Terra.

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: And finally, as a reminder, I do have a posting open for a administrative role for all units:

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/5979-master-of-exams-descriptionapplication-28nov09/

[18:43] Aryte Vesperia: I will be closing that soon, so give it a look if you're interested in a major position here.

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Questions?

[18:44] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent.

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: Then on to discussing combat this evening

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: .

[18:45] Aryte Vesperia: As mentioned, I do have an obligation to attend a short celebration for a friend this evening. I will be gone for a couple of hours. However, this means you'll all just get the opportunity to experience the horrible hilarity of late night raids hosted by me.

[18:46] Garion Lowenhardt shouts: Giant musket battle of dooooooom.

[18:46] Garion Lowenhardt: ((Shit, that was supposed to be a whisper ><))

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: I expect to be hosting at roughly 8:30 to 9. Don't quote me, I may be int--

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: . .

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Yes.

[18:46] Aryte Vesperia: Anywaaays.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: I would encourage anyone interested to scoot around onto map around that time, I'll make your time worth it.

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: For those of you expecting a battle at 7:30 I do apologize. This came up last minute. I would encourage an officer to perhaps host a warm up training.

General Topics

[18:47] Aryte Vesperia: At this time, I am opening to general topics. Anyone?

[18:48] Scientific Waffle raises hand.

[18:48] Endra Ashbourne raises foot.

[18:48] Aryte Vesperia: Waffle.

[18:49] Scientific Waffle: I've already gotten some good comments on the forums, but just as a reminder I am currently in the process of remaking the raid screen setup, so if you have suggestions or ideas, feel free to post them on the following topic...

[18:49] Scientific Waffle: http://forums.ordoimperialis.com/index.php?/topic/6016-next-gen-raid-maps/

[18:49] Scientific Waffle: That's all.

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you!

[18:49] Aryte Vesperia: Mr. Ashbourne's foot?

[18:49] Garion Lowenhardt: I've got a question bout that, actually.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Oh.

[18:50] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead.

[18:50] Garion Lowenhardt: Are you already planning on using the boards we've been using that have the nifty drawing tool on them, or is there talk of replacing that?

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Ashbourne?

[18:51] Endra Ashbourne: I'd like to remind everyone that although it might be tempting, do NOT place chewing gum on the underside of the meeting table. I can see it all. I suggest that we reinstate the Janitorium so that our gum problem does not get any worse.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Excellent.

[18:51] Sol Cult: ...

[18:51] Vincent Lucerne: ....xD

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Zanndor is appointed Janitorium Command.

[18:51] Aryte Vesperia: Since he's afk.

[18:51] Garion Lowenhardt: I lol'd.

[18:52] Vincent Lucerne: :D

[18:52] Endra Ashbourne: :)

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Everyone be sure to IM him and congratulate him.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: At his new position of janitor.

[18:52] Endra Ashbourne: Will do.

[18:52] Azoth Zsun: yes sir =3

[18:52] Vincent Lucerne: Janitorian

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Thank you.

[18:52] Aryte Vesperia: Any further topics?

[18:52] Xayvien Rau looks under the table for a second, and looks away. Like staring into the Gates of Hell.

[18:53] Tsume Xiao raises hand paw thing

[18:53] Aryte Vesperia: Xiao.

[18:55] Tsume Xiao: Just as an update for those of you who are interested... though it will affect you all in some way. The tanks you have seen driving around the sim and battle fields are very near their debut. Currently, the last (unless vincent has made more, not counting the APC) tank is in its final testing phases. The main part that is left is the training system, and for the Imperator to decide the requirements for training.

[18:55] Garion Lowenhardt: I've actually got a question bout that, too.

[18:56] Tsume Xiao: The course has been outlined by me and is being fleshed out/made formal and pretty by two helpful volunteers and a Canadian who says its too complex after reading the raw outline once through.

[18:56] Vincent Lucerne: xD

[18:57] Aryte Vesperia: Go ahead Garion?

[18:57] Tsume Xiao: WHile my Ideas are not those of the imperator (oh thank god.... although an entire line-up of IWI weapon lining the armory... would be hot), It is my personal belief that tanks should be treated training wise as the fleet ships of days past were.

[18:58] Garion Lowenhardt: ((Waiting til he's done, Aryte.))

[18:58] Tsume Xiao: They shount be nessecarily "easy" for everyone to qualify in. But I am also a bit more... "pathologicaly high spirited "than the Imperator (read, wierd/odd/strange).

[18:59] Disraeli Calderwood snickers.

[18:59] Tsume Xiao: As I dont want the volunteers writing the course to be pestered, please IM me with your questions so I can note them ect. But I would like to personally thank Nohime and Trinity for their help.

[18:59] Tsume Xiao: Questions?

[18:59] Garion Lowenhardt: /

[18:59] Garion Lowenhardt: Yeah.

[18:59] Sol Cult: Yes.

[19:00] Nohime Runner looks up and listens

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Garion crashed.

[19:00] Aryte Vesperia: Xayvien?

[19:00] Vilkacis Mason has a question as well.

[19:00] Xayvien Rau: If we're going to be getting these tanks, will other people be able to hang off the sides of them? In the sense, would I be able to sit on the front, request to be driven closer, and hit them with my hammer?

[19:01] Jester Spearmann: facepalm

[19:01] Karlhockey Forte: May I help with this answer?

[19:01] Typhon Perun: I have a comment on that one.

[19:01] Xayvien Rau: That is an honest question.

[19:01] Melly Deemster: I like that idea.

[19:01] Rhianna Dezno: This is a legitamte question, tanks were used as such in true wards

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: Yes, I asked that, Xayvien.

[19:01] Desereck Creeggan: I can elaborate on that, and why it can not be done.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: It can be done.

[19:01] Tsume Xiao: Per the request of the Imperator, a special version of the Vanquisher Mk.1 LM will be outfitted with a commanders seat.

[19:01] Aryte Vesperia: :) See.

[19:02] Vincent Lucerne: >:D!!!

[19:02] Melly Deemster: Oooh Desereck you got served by the imperator

[19:02] Desereck Creeggan: Well, it would require people sitting on the phantom prim.

[19:02] Desereck Creeggan: Which means they can not get shot off the front, I can imagine people complaining

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: It'll be in the tank turret.

[19:02] Xayvien Rau: What if they hang onto the back?

[19:02] Aryte Vesperia: Joking aside.

[19:03] Tsume Xiao: My idea will have it functioning similarly to how the APC will function, but the commander's position will, hopefully, upon being sat on, give the seated person a sword to attach and animate them in the bold fashion.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: In some versions, you will be able to sit in the turret.

[19:03] Tsume Xiao: I do need a sword model though.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Tiri is on it.

[19:03] Tsume Xiao coughs "Tiri"

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Next question?

[19:03] Tiridates Mikadze gives a thumbs up uttering a satisfied "Aaaay!"

[19:03] Sol Cult: Will there be an Oscar Meyer Weiner Mobile Assault Vehicle?

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Yes.

[19:03] Aryte Vesperia: Next?

[19:03] Melly Deemster: LOL

[19:04] Intus Infinity: That's right, Melly. Indeed.

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: (Vincent is on it.)

[19:04] Vincent Lucerne: :D

[19:04] Vilkacis Mason: I've not been able to see our new tanks in person. I think there are a few others who'd like to see them. Could a demo be arranged?

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Tsume can do that. :)

[19:04] Xayvien Rau: (I'm sorry, the only army riding weiners into combat should be Vanguard.)

[19:04] Vincent Lucerne: :O!

[19:04] Aryte Vesperia: Ok let's wrap up. I am going to be late.

[19:05] Vincent Lucerne: Aryte, can we have a new tech expo next week?

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Promotion time:

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Sure, vincent. :D

[19:05] Vincent Lucerne: \o/

[19:05] Vincent Lucerne: ill set it up :D

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Ok quiet down, folks.

[19:05] Vincent Lucerne: :x

Promotions

[19:05] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions, merits, etc. Remember, get those recommendations in. I like them. You're running out of time, promotion revamp almost done. So if you want to sneak some recommendations in, may want to very soon.

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: If you're not this week, always next week. :)

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: PRFS this week:

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: (If you don't see your name, bug your commander.)

[19:06] Aryte Vesperia: Alu Scorpio

Azoth Zsun

Behemot Branner

Czyrek Essel

Drasamax Python

Heavy666 Bolden

Nohime Runner (Unlock awarded.)

Rhianna Dezno

ZeroNighmare Kaventipovic

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Promotions and merits this week.

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Azoth Zsun - [Combat Prowess] +25qp

Corsi Mousehold - [E-3];[Combat Prowess MK2]; [Recruitment] +50qp

Czyrek Essel - [Recruitment]; [instructor] +50qp (Unlock awarded.)

Drasamax Python - [Combat Prowess]; [Ace] +50qp (Unlock awarded.)

Endra Ashbourne - [E-4]

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Generis Ronmark - [Homeland Defense] +25qp

Heavy666 Bolden - [Comrade Support] +25qp (Unlock awarded.)

Keller Teichmann - [Extended Service]

Rhianna Dezno - [E-3]; [Homeland Defense] +25qp

Ron Bleac - [Corona Argentum] +1 unlock

Scarlet Flaks - [E-4]; [Architect of Unity] +25qp

[19:07] Aryte Vesperia: Tokeli Zabelin - [E-5]

Totenstille Aeon - [E-4]

Typhon Perun - [E-2]

Xayvien Rau - [Combat Prowess MK2] +25qp

Zanndor Aeon - [E-4]

Zero Itamae - [Extended Service]

Zonra Darkmatter - [E-4]

[19:08] Aryte Vesperia: (If you haven't noticed, I have a habit of going in waves. E-1/2 one week, 3/4, 5/6, etc, lol.)

[19:08] Vincent Lucerne is E-7 and 3/5ths

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Annnnd all set. That's it for this evening. Waffle will be passing out merits. Have a great night. I appreciate you all coming. I'll see you in a couple hours. Officers, remember, warm up training is gut ja.

[19:09] GuilhermeBaar kisses GuilhermeBaar's nose.

[19:09] GuilhermeBaar Hannu: woops

[19:09] Vincent Lucerne: jajajaja

[19:09] GuilhermeBaar Hannu: sorry

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed.

[19:09] Aryte Vesperia clasps his fist to his chest, presenting a salute.