Aryte

✠ Missing a PRF? Please refer to your unit lead; if you've already done so and said unit lead has not provided a remedy, feel free to notify me. I will remedy it. ✠ Curious why you have not received a promotion? First, consider if you have fulfilled the necessary minimum requirement exams. If you have, feel free to ask me: we can discuss it and provide direction. Otherwise, keep in mind there is always next week! Keep up the good work. ✠ Contact me if you're an [E-5] and are eligible for elevation to [E-6]. We need to figure out what'cha gotta do to get there! Same goes for [E-6] to [E-7]. ✠ [E-1]'s -- please remember to read "Life After Schola" and remember to take your promotion examinations if you wish to seek elevation! The E-2 examination is painless, I promise. Don’t let it pass you up. If you need help finding them, send me an IM. [PRFS] Kasumi Quartz Siaetto Resident Ieremiya Resident [Promotions] Caleb Carstenz - [E-4] Atomsk Blindside - [E-5] [Merits] Hokusai Otsuka - [Ordo Achievement] +100 * remarkable commitment to OIC time. [Misc] Caleb Carstensz - 20 Dresden Xaris - 10 Kasumi Quartz - 40

Hahaha. That's great.

✠ Diplomacy - no major changes for this week; relative calm from holiday. - limited interactions have occurred. - looking forward to seeing how things play out with the onset of winter holiday. ✠ Community - Lurdan Huszar released a major notecard on OPFOR regarding the community. - Encouraged to read it-- worth getting his perspective. - Interesting, but misses some key points . . - Community has no consensus: that's the biggest problem. - Consensus impossible-- we've tried dozens of times. - The hope that everyone will just get along and respect will prevail . . . yeah, unlikely. ✠ Planetside - Released this week! - Off to an incredibly good start. - Keep the momentum up! - Activity will no doubt level back out (for SL players) once the "newness" wears off. - Goal is to achieve a strong force on both fronts-- looks like this will be possible. ✠ Leadership on Planetside - We are taking a fairly open role to recruitment currently, but a sense of order is needed. - We are working out the kinks still, but as a general rule of thumb: maintain order, but don't be overbearing. - As things level out, we'll run "free for all" and "professional" styled squads. - At the moment-- we just need to focus on getting people in. We can sort it from there. - Bear with us: some of the randoms we invite may be loud. We'll weed them out. Be respectful until they're dealt with! - Think of it as a trial -- we can't expect to have new PS2 players do applications until Ordo is viewed as premier on PS2. As such, they are essentially interviewing for membership by playing with us. ✠ Post Meeting Activities - Hydra hosting training after meeting. - PS2 antics to continue thereafter -- I will be around on PS2 after I exercise.

✠ Missing a PRF? Please refer to your unit lead; if you've already done so and said unit lead has not provided a remedy, feel free to notify me. I will remedy it. ✠ Curious why you have not received a promotion? First, consider if you have fulfilled the necessary minimum requirement exams. If you have, feel free to ask me: we can discuss it and provide direction. Otherwise, keep in mind there is always next week! Keep up the good work. ✠ Contact me if you're an [E-5] and are eligible for elevation to [E-6]. We need to figure out what'cha gotta do to get there! Same goes for [E-6] to [E-7]. ✠ [E-1]'s -- please remember to read "Life After Schola" and remember to take your promotion examinations if you wish to seek elevation! The E-2 examination is painless, I promise. Don’t let it pass you up. If you need help finding them, send me an IM. [PRFS] Ghost Menjou Havoc Sparta Hokusai Otsuka SalemAdams Wobbit Syn Elan Syn Solo [Merits] Awanken Wasp – [2142] * participation in 2142 victory raid. Dylan Mathys – [Combat Prowess] +25 * excellence demonstrated in combat. Havoc Sparta – [Corona Vallaris] +100 *cited for outstanding performance in the face of adversity. Ieremiya Resident – [2142] * participation in 2142 victory raid. IncognitusStealthy Resident – [Combat Prowess MKII] +25 * cited for combat excellence. Marc Gravois – [2142] * participation in 2142 victory raid. Rigonet Aeghin – [Corona Vallaris] +100 *cited for outstanding performance in the face of adversity. Syn Elan – [Comrade Support] +25 * cited for consistent excellence during the commission of battle. Syn Solo – [Medicus] +25 * cited for excellence in medical teleportation. [Promotions] Syn Elan – [E-3] Dylan Mathys - [E-4] [Misc] Radryl Allen – 30QP Tonet Millar – 40QP

Diplomacy Updates Crusade last weekend ended quite well. 2142 raid this week went very well. Expect a counter in the near future. Minor interactions with other various groups. Coercion appears to have a decent pool of troops again – the new Osirion? Merczateers have their sights on attacking us. Development Updates Addition of new armaments on the Enforcer coming along nicely. Definitely looking to expand upon the new technology and include the orbital laser in other platforms. Exploring creating a “sweeping” laser for later implementations. Plans for Next Week Thanksgiving vacation day – tradition. Release of PS2 on the 20th. Crusade on PS2 to follow. All day action on Thanksgiving Day or the day after? Start building steam on PS2 group side, now that servers will be stable. We will be picking an east coast server. Unsure as to which! Raid Approvals Be certain there is clear approval before deploying – preferable to get it in text (CYA). No detriment will ever come to someone who follows the protocol for deployment and operates the raid appropriately—even if unable to achieve victory (remember to give it your all). If victory isn’t achieved and proper protocol wasn’t followed, well, then there will be some detriment. Procedure, consistency in operation, and sound combat practices ensure victory. Survey Recap Thank you to those who participated. We had a fairly strong participation rate. Results are being compiled by Inoue Katsu and will be published to the officer corps. The data should assist us in making more informed decisions down the road. Future surveys may follow—we value feedback, but understand folks are often way about giving it unless anonymous.

[19:36] Riff Petrov: I JUST [19:36] Riff Petrov: I JUST LOVE THAT SIZZLE [19:36] Riff Petrov: AND THEN [19:37] Riff Petrov: ONCE IN AWHILE [19:37] Riff Petrov: WHEN YOU THROW THOSE FRIES IN A LITTLE TOO ENTHUSIASTICALLY [19:37] Riff Petrov: YOU GET SPLASHED BY THAT HOT, HOT OIL [19:37] Riff Petrov: MMMMMMMMMM [19:37] Riff Petrov: I JUST WANNA GET SPLASHED AND RUB IT ALL OVER [19:37] Riff Petrov: OOOOHHHHHH~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Aryte: Not a kinky bunker. Scarlet: Oooh. Scarlet: Kinky bunker. Aryte: LOL. Scarlet: I'd imagine setting up a few artillery pieces, having them standing straight vertical, get some strippers to pole dance on them, hang upside down from em and shake their breasts around. aw yeah. kinkybunker. Scarlet: get some barbed wire around, few tank traps Aryte: That. Aryte: You put way too much thought into that. Scarlet: not really Scarlet: I was just thinking like Scarlet: "what if hooters opened a new location at omaha beach" Aryte: LOL. Scarlet: and it just kinda flowed from there Aryte: That'd be a pleasant place to visit in 1944. Scarlet: fuck yeah Aryte: Now I understand what D-Day was all about. Scarlet: Double D-Day more like Scarlet: aw ye Aryte: Liberating -- Aryte: LOL Aryte: FFF

Mr. Afevis Sodertelge and Mr. Scarlet Flaks have been elevated to Evocati within the Praetorian Guard. Congratulations and thank you to the both of you for your continued and consistent efforts!

✠ Missing a PRF? Please refer to your unit lead; if you've already done so and said unit lead has not provided a remedy, feel free to notify me. I will remedy it. ✠ Curious why you have not received a promotion? First, consider if you have fulfilled the necessary minimum requirement exams. If you have, feel free to ask me: we can discuss it and provide direction. Otherwise, keep in mind there is always next week! Keep up the good work. ✠ Contact me if you're an [E-5] and are eligible for elevation to [E-6]. We need to figure out what'cha gotta do to get there! Same goes for [E-6] to [E-7]. ✠ [E-1]'s -- please remember to read "Life After Schola" and remember to take your promotion examinations if you wish to seek elevation! The E-2 examination is painless, I promise. Don’t let it pass you up. If you need help finding them, send me an IM. [PRFS] Johann Wilberg Dylan Mathys [Promotions] Ghost Menjou – [E-2] Johann Wilberg – [E-6] [Merits] Rigonet Aeghin – [Mechanized] +25 * armor! Syn Solo – [Mechanized] +25 * armor! Dylan Mathys – [Mechanized] +25 * armor! Riff Petrov – [Custos] * epic! [MISC] Kasumi Quartz - 40QP

Diplomacy Merczateers update: white horses and poor decisions. Progress: today’s crusade against the forces of . . . not sure what to call them. Improving cooperation with 2142. Development Update Release of the Retribution – Thanatos auth. Preliminary search for super heavy tank. Roads being worked on for new sim build. Misc updates: communications pack, etc. Recruitment Event Recap Whoa, what happened? Very little turn out. Try, try again. Indefinite reward offered: 25 QP per app, 25 QP more per accepted app. Remember to IM me when you get someone to apply, or it may not be noticed! Archetypes Probability of completion low at the moment. Simply not enough time to make it work. Will revisit these as a possibility in the future—if you are working on archetype materials, keep going with it! Existing items will be used as incentive for current processes: example—collect one of each officer coin to select an item of your choice. Potential scripted versions once development time clears up. Integrity Incident this week involving a Numerii sharing exam questions with a cadet. It was in good faith, trying to help said cadet . . . Nevertheless: actions (like the above) are forbidden—even in good faith, it is unlawful, untruthful, and disrespectful to those who achieve legitimately. We are only as strong as our integrity, our honor, and our commitment. It is critical to be honest and ensure a strong sense respect to the group and one another. Operation Combat action tonight! 15 minutes from now . .

Take care! :}

Imperator coins will be granted to all participants!

AWWWW YEH. STOKED.

HOLLA HOLLA GET WON.

✠ Missing a PRF? Please refer to your unit lead; if you've already done so and said unit lead has not provided a remedy, feel free to notify me. I will remedy it. ✠ Curious why you have not received a promotion? First, consider if you have fulfilled the necessary minimum requirement exams. If you have, feel free to ask me: we can discuss it and provide direction. Otherwise, keep in mind there is always next week! Keep up the good work. ✠ Contact me if you're an [E-5] and are eligible for elevation to [E-6]. We need to figure out what'cha gotta do to get there! Same goes for [E-6] to [E-7]. ✠ [E-1]'s -- please remember to read "Life After Schola" and remember to take your promotion examinations if you wish to seek elevation! The E-2 examination is painless, I promise. Don’t let it pass you up. If you need help finding them, send me an IM. [PRF] Syn Elan Vincent Kroitschov Markius Faulkner Oerlikon3590 Resident Genesis Ronmark [Promotions] Jason Winslet – [E-4] Caleb Carstensz – [E-3] [Merit] Radryl Allen – [Vir Egregious] * old. [Misc] Caleb Constantine - 10 Dragonx Firehawk - 60 Ghost Menjou - 20 Havoc Sparta - 20 Heavy666 Bolden - 170 Incognitustealthy Resident - 110 NuzzyLuz Resident - 50 Siaetto Resident - 40 Syn Elan - 10 Syn Solo - 10 Temian Nightfire - 10 Velen Forager - 10 Vincent Kroitschov - 10

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[18:00:44] Aryte Vesperia: Good evening everyone. Good evening and thank you for joining me for tonight’s proceedings. [18:01:09] gabi12mendes Resident: pat =) [18:01:16] Aryte Vesperia: As you all know, tonight is an especially important moment for us. Six years ago, the Novus Ordo Imperialis took roots-- starting what we now know as the Ordo. [18:02:03] Aryte Vesperia: For those few ancient souls lingering out there, you will recall our history stretches back as early as June of 2006. I consider that period our time of strife. It was a period in which we questioned our survival on a daily basis. We were, in effect, wanderers scraping out its place among an unpleasant world. [18:02:45] Aryte Vesperia: We did so with a remarkable amount of effort and an unquestionable desire for achievement. We did so against all odds and all the ill wishes of the existing organizations at the time. [18:03:14] Aryte Vesperia: But not only did we find our place: we thrived. We grew to the zenith of this community. We set the pace. We embodied the very meaning of success. [18:03:50] Aryte Vesperia: Make no mistake, we have accomplished the unthinkable. We are the only organization who has had such a consistent presence. We are the only organization with such a lengthy tenure without interruption. We are the only organization that has maintained its strength throughout all the ups and downs. [18:04:18] Aryte Vesperia: We have done so by the grace of many. By the efforts of good members. By the strength of our collective dreams, our aspirations, and our unified will. [18:04:45] Aryte Vesperia: This year is a bit different than the last several. The challenges are still there, for sure, but they have evolved. [18:05:01] Glass of rum punch: Chuck Chuck [18:05:11] Aryte Vesperia: No longer are our greatest concerns tied with ensuring the political victory over Vanguard. No longer do we find ourselves embroiled with the matter of finding method to overcome the massed forces of alliances against us. [18:05:45] Aryte Vesperia: No. We have already accomplished that. We watched as Vanguard folded, for a second time. We have outlived every allegiance, every concerted effort to destroy us. [18:06:21] Aryte Vesperia: And yet, we stand at a precipice unlike any other. We now face a peculiarity that many would have not imagined . . say, a year ago. We are, in effect, a member of a dying breed. We are, truly, a group of combat soldiers faced with the possibility of an unexpected peace. A peace we are not fond of or have any real understanding of living within. [18:07:00] Aryte Vesperia: It is axiomatic, but it remains to be said: the community we participate in has dissolved to a miserable low. Doubtlessly, the participation rates across all groups are down. You need only check sim populations to see that for yourself. [18:07:34] Aryte Vesperia: Unfortunately, I feel as if we have now become complacent with this dissolution around us. And that is not something we can accept, nor can we afford. [18:08:01] Aryte Vesperia: It is, to be sure, quite possible this may be the last year for the SLMC. It is not unimaginable that matters will continue to degrade. Simply, there appears to be nothing out there on the horizon that would so inspire growth among a community made up of primarily recycled memberships. [18:08:39] Aryte Vesperia: Nevertheless. We must remain resolved to champion each and every day. We must resolve to continue to operate as if it’s the golden era-- as if we are faced with foes of commendable power. [18:09:14] Aryte Vesperia: Laxity is not tolerable. Laxity means we are digging our own grave. Laxity means we weaken and are an opportune target to what organizations are left out there. [18:09:46] Aryte Vesperia: My friends, laxity is an insult, not only to one another, but to six years of history. [18:10:06] Aryte Vesperia: I can’t allow that and neither should you. [18:10:29] Aryte Vesperia: Think about it. We have everything to lose by complacency and everything to gain by maintaining our resolve. We choose here. We choose whether the last days of the SLMC are marked with a juggernaut of power, or if we are reduced to a token presence as the community falls apart. [18:11:11] Aryte Vesperia: From a strategic standpoint, maintaining our strength has unquestionable benefit. Not only can we facilitate the community’s activity, engage foes, and ensure we are postured for any changes-- but we are able to turn around and carry that strength into any new adventure that may await us. [18:12:10] Aryte Vesperia: On the flip side, if we accept laxity as our norm, we are handing over years of combat practice, years of success, and consigning ourselves to joining the remaining groups as footnotes to what was once a glorious achievement. [18:12:48] Aryte Vesperia: I did not give six years of my life to be a footnote. And I would wager none of you have given your time to be remembered as formerly great. [18:13:12] Aryte Vesperia: I did not spend untold hours raising and mentoring generations of leaders to watch them sit by as we join the community in its disrepair. And I would certainly hope the Ordo’s leadership isn’t complacent with simply sitting around. [18:13:36] Aryte Vesperia: We owe it to ourselves, our legacy, and our future. We must remain in focus. We must remain strong. We must act as if the community is thriving and continue to posture ourselves to prepare for the absolute worst. [18:14:04] Aryte Vesperia: To accomplish this is truly as simple as staying the course that we have set. [18:14:31] Aryte Vesperia: We must continue active recruitment. Bring your friends to this organization. Reach outside of your circle of influence and promote the Ordo’s presence. [18:14:47] Aryte Vesperia: We must continue to embrace proper combat procedure. This includes using, practicing, and participating in ART materials. This includes maintaining an OIC. This includes routinely training with your legion and on your own accord with other members. [18:15:06] Aryte Vesperia: We must continue to maintain a presence on the field of battle. That means using the processes in place-- if you are an NCO, host those force reconnaissance missions. If you are an officer, host those standard raids. If you are a legion command, host those crusades of epic proportion. [18:15:52] Aryte Vesperia: We must ensure participation. This entails making the most of opportunities as they arise. For example, we need to grow both here and on PS2. Not abandon either platform for the grace of ease. Operations need to be conducted with consistency in action and routinely. [18:16:15] Aryte Vesperia: However. [18:16:20] Aryte Vesperia: However. The most critical part of achievement is to simply . . do. I cannot stress this enough. [18:16:37] Aryte Vesperia: We are never short on ideas. We are never short on thinkers, pledges, and sayers. [18:17:01] Aryte Vesperia: As a rather remarkable man, Benjamin Franklin, once stated: “Well done is better than well said.” [18:17:37] Aryte Vesperia: Our pitfall is one shared by . . well, everyone. But it is something we, as an organization, must address. We cannot be “sayers.” We cannot be wrapped up in concept. We cannot simply say “this is a good idea” or talk about solutions. [18:17:57] Aryte Vesperia: We must achieve those solutions. We must act. We must perform the duties as prescribed. Simply pledging and talking about making gains is worthless without the act itself. [18:18:30] Aryte Vesperia: Taking action, even if the results are small, is worth so much more than simply talking about an action. [18:18:41] Aryte Vesperia: Your choice. We can talk ourselves into oblivion, or we can work to ensure absolute glory until the end of the SLMC and well into wherever our next adventure may be. [18:19:01] Aryte Vesperia: We can choose to be complacent and, as product, choose to end what we have here. Or we can choose to continue to embody excellence and carry the Ordo to further heights. [18:19:18] Aryte Vesperia: It is in your hands. It always has been. [18:19:33] Aryte Vesperia: I am merely a facilitator. I am merely here to make our collective dreams a possibility. But it is up to you, the members, to decide how it will go. [18:19:46] Aryte Vesperia: You decide. [18:19:55] Aryte Vesperia: Are we going to redouble our efforts--not simply talk about it--but actually accomplish? [18:20:04] Aryte Vesperia: Are we going to be achievers, or are we simply going to let years fall by the wayside? [18:20:23] Aryte Vesperia: Are we going to write off our own standing as a . . symptom of the community, or are we going to persevere throughout whatever hardship presents itself? [18:21:00] Aryte Vesperia: I truly want you to make that decision. I ask you, now, on our birthday, to decide whether or not you are going to contribute to this organization or join the community is dissolution. [18:21:33] Aryte Vesperia: If you intend the latter, as an organization . . well, then my job is done and I will move on, pleased to have served here. I have plenty in life that needs my attention and I have a career awaiting me. I can set my hat on the shelf and be pleased with six years. [18:22:13] Aryte Vesperia: But if you, as an organization, truly want to achieve and keep this journey going . . then I am game to continue as long as that desire is so there. As I have pledged. I will be here as long as you want me to be. However, I can’t do this alone. I need “doers.” I especially need “doers” now that my time continues to be limited. [18:23:09] Aryte Vesperia: I don't need or want pledges. I don't need or want assurances. You can tell me you want me to continue here by demonstrating it in action. [18:23:47] Aryte Vesperia: So, choose. Glory or footnote. [18:24:14] Aryte Vesperia: Simple as that. [18:24:35] Aryte Vesperia: Congratulations on another year. It has been an honor. I look forward to the next. And however many more there may be. [18:25:00] Aryte Vesperia salutes. [18:25:03] Aryte Vesperia: Dismissed. [18:25:03] Intus Infinity presents a salute. [18:25:04] Vincent Kroitschov salutes! [18:25:04] Havoc Sparta salutes "Nec Metuas Nec Optes." [18:25:06] Karlhockey Forte salutes. [18:25:06] Tsume Xiao salutes. [18:25:08] Mikeo Amiot salutes. [18:25:08] Syn Solo salutes! [18:25:08] Keller Teichmann salutes! "Ego sum narro universa somnium." [18:25:08] Riff Petrov salutes! [18:25:08] Xoza Tyron salutes! [18:25:10] Shizzerk Kostolany salutes! [18:25:11] Dylan Mathys salutes! [18:25:11] gabi12mendes Resident: salutes [18:25:11] Markius Faulkner salutes "Pro Imperatore ac Imperio!" [18:25:12] Genesis Ronmark salutes! "Libera et impera!" [18:25:12] Marc Gravois salutes! Behold the bringer of light. [18:25:12] Teron Gray salutes: "Palma ut Imperator." [18:25:12] Heavy666 Bolden salutes. [18:25:14] Syn Elan salutes! [18:25:15] Zerowinged Vasiliev presents a clean salute, "Guardsman Vasiliev. . ." [18:25:16] Achtas Iceghost salutes! [18:25:19] pat Vinciolo: salute [18:25:19] Siaetto Resident salutes! [18:25:27] gabi12mendes Resident: salutes [18:25:28] pat Vinciolo: Honneur et fidélité à l' ordo [18:25:28] pat Vinciolo: Honor and loyalty to the ordo

I work all day, and exercise two hours after I get home. There'd be no one online by the time I could give a speech on Monday.

Rofl. I guess we'll find out if this is terrible or not. No use worrying yet!

Amazing.

✠ Missing a PRF? Please refer to your unit lead; if you've already done so and said unit lead has not provided a remedy, feel free to notify me. I will remedy it. ✠ Curious why you have not received a promotion? First, consider if you have fulfilled the necessary minimum requirement exams. If you have, feel free to ask me: we can discuss it and provide direction. Otherwise, keep in mind there is always next week! Keep up the good work. ✠ Contact me if you're an [E-5] and are eligible for elevation to [E-6]. We need to figure out what'cha gotta do to get there! Same goes for [E-6] to [E-7]. ✠ [E-1]'s -- please remember to read "Life After Schola" and remember to take your promotion examinations if you wish to seek elevation! The E-2 examination is painless, I promise. Don’t let it pass you up. If you need help finding them, send me an IM. [PRFS] Syn Solo Dylan Mathys Uron Heron SalemAdams Wobbit Siaetto Resident [Promotions] DragonX Firehawk - [E-3] Syn Solo – [E-3] Frisk Yifu – [E-2] [Merits] Johann Wilberg – [Master of Honors] * BALLER. Heavy666 Bolden – [Master of Honors] * BALLER TOO. Rigonet Aeghin – [Corona Obsidionalis] * exemplary service in battle. Siaetto Resident – [Corona Obsidionalis] * exemplary service in battle. [Misc] NA