=/\= Ship Awards Cont. =/\=
USS Victory:
Most Posts - ChEng Wayland 8
Best Story http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/victory-a/message/1185
- Telpherion This post is one of several submitted by Shayne Patrick
recently -- fast on his way to many more awards!!
Best CD
http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/victory-a/message/1176
-Malkay
Genesis -
http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/USSLacuna/message/570 -
Brazeau
Rookie of the Month Lieutenant Paul Malkay
Everyone loves the operations department, and none more than
our own Chris Milroy, whose posts are always solid, engaging,
straightforward, and to the point. Chris' development of his
character, Paul Malkay, has been consistently engaging and
interesting -- along the same lines as his RoM predecessor
of the month before last, Jeremy Boatman. Here's to the
future Chris! Keep up the good work!
Most improved character Ensign Aly Artemi
A strong showing last month from Caitlin Allope Isaaisa
Cheyenne Whitefeather (Hightower Clan), whose posts have
really begun to shape up. This is not only in the area
of format (headers and footers) but also in regards to
the posts themselves -- Commander Romany Isaaisa has
become an interesting peripheral character that I see
moving to the forefront in short order -- assuming we
don't lose the character to her previous, admittedly
needy duty station, the starship Missouri . . .
MVP Warrant Officer Wayland
Our Chief Engineering Officer's player, Robert Brazeau,
is once more a force to reckon with, driving the direction
of the sim more often than not, simply by posting as much
as, and often more than the game moderator. His eight posts
spanning the end of "Gamma Torqueo" and establishing the
opening of "Gamma Terminus" were expansive and vector-driven.
The latter of the two aforementioned posts also marks the first
time in the two-year history of the sim that someone besides
the commanding officer has been called upon to post the
beginning of a new mission. Kudos, Bob!
Starbase 001:
Most Posts: Reiziger
(These are the winners of the Fleet Wide awards, a copy of the post has been linked form this page)
Best Character Development Post--
Lt Orio, post 445- USS Avalon-C
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Avalon3002C/message/360
Best Story Post--
Cmdr Ingoldo- USS Excalbur
Yahoo! Groups : uss-excalibur Messages : Message 6015 of 6144
Funniest Post--
Lt. Rain Lexington, Post # 769, ¡¥Rain 1, Cat 0¡¦
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/USS_Sunfire-C/message/1088
Most Valuable Player--
Cmdr Ingoldo- USS Excalibur
Award Citation: This award goes to Cmdr. Ingoldo. I have given him this award many times before because he has been here for me. This award isn't for his writing, this award isn't for his leadership. This award is for his loyalty to this ship and its crew and Captain. Cmdr. Ingoldo has stuck with this ship when we only had 25 post and sliding. Cmdr. Ingoldo has listened to me say I quit... I cant go on anymore. I cant get new people I cant... I cant, and he would calmly say to me. Captain... Alayne ... its ok. We can start over you are doing a great job. Things will pick up. Number One you are the MVP! Thanks for sticking with the Excalibur.
Most Improved Player--
Ensign Aly Artemi- USS Victory
Award Citation:
A strong showing last month from Caitlin Allope Isaaisa
Cheyenne Whitefeather (Hightower Clan), whose posts have
really begun to shape up. This is not only in the area
of format (headers and footers) but also in regards to
the posts themselves -- Commander Romany Isaaisa has
become an interesting peripheral character that I see
moving to the forefront in short order -- assuming we
don't lose the character to her previous, admittedly
needy duty station, the starship Missouri .
Rookie of the Month--
Lt. Daniel Eagles- USS Sunfire-C
Most Posts--
Lt. (jg) Timion- USS Sunfire-C with 22 posts!
Elite Force Most Posts--
Elite Force Omega with 309 posts
Recruitment--
NONE
I was fortunate enough to catch Admiral Jeremiah Griffith, Director of Fleet Personnel and Relations, for this month's interview.
How did you get involved in simming? Was IDF your first home or did you simm elsewhere first?
I got involved in simming about 10 years ago, I was recruited by an AOL member using the AOL member directory to a chat based Simm. I served there for a great deal of time, and served on other smaller ships before IDF was created, however in September of 2001, I was approached by a fellow simmer, Captain Thomas Dupont about joining the USS Patriot in IDF. I of course accepted and became the XO of the Patriot. Since then I have served here and only here.
Tell us about yourself. How do you spend your free time? Do you have any hobbies outside simming?
Well, my free time? What is that? I spend all of my
time working around the house and working on the fleet. Occasionally
sleeping and occasionally taking breaks to eat. :P
Describe your simming career. Were you ever a CO, and of what ships?
My simming career has been a very long and
illustrious one, I have infect CO'ed several ships. My first Command was the
USS Avalon-A. From there I have launched/commanded EVERY Avalon since. I
have also served as CO of the USS Liberty, and Starbase 10. I have also
served as a Fleet Captain, and Division Director. (Fleet Captains were what
we used to call Deputy DD's.)
Do you have any role models in IDF? In real life?
In IDF? I dont know that I have any "role models"
but I have a great many individuals that I am friends with, and admire. In
real life, yes I have several role models, my Grandfather who passed in
November of last year being the greatest role model however.
Who is your favorite Star Trek character?
My favorite Star Trek Character would have to be
either Spock or Data. Although there are some very interesting characters
out there!
If you could meet this character, what would you say to him/her?
I would LOVE to sit down with Leonard Nimoy and
simply talk, nothing in particular, but to just have a conversation with
him. Brent Spiner the same way, they are both just so intelligent and well
versed that it would simply be enjoyable to sit around and talk about
ANYTHING.
You’ve been in the fleet a long time. From your experience, what’s the secret for the fleet’s longevity? Are there lessons here that other fleets can learn?
The secret to fleet longevity is simple,
communication. If you communicate with everyone, and ensure a happy simming
experience, the fleet will succeed. You have to remember that when you are
in my position I have over 200 members that I am charged with creating,
maintaining and moderating the "comfort zone" for in the sense of
maintaining an enjoyable fleet!
Do you enjoy your current position?
Yes I very much so enjoy my current position, it
allows me to interact with every other fleet member and ensure the happiness
of all involved in IDF.
Do you find it stressful to be responsible for such a large fleet? Is it challenging to mediate problems and keep the fleet intact?
It can be stressful, sometimes. But the benefits of
my position far outweigh that stress! The friendships I have made and kept
over the years, far outweigh any of the bad!
What do you do to relax?
I chat with friends, I practice Martial Arts, and I work around the house!
What’s your favorite book?
My favorite book, Shakespeare, the entire compilation. Although there are MANY books that I enjoy, I truly love Shakespearean era writing.
Favorite movie?
Notting Hill!
If you could chose your last meal, what would it be?
I wouldn't want to. I would rather simply slip off in the presence of friends and loved ones. If I am going to die, I dont need to eat to prepare! He will sustain me.
What’s the wisest thing anyone ever said to you?
I have been told a LOT of things that I consider wise- But one of the most influential things I have ever heard is- We can do no great things, only small things with great love. (Mother Theresa)
Who would win in a duel: Darth Vader or Khan?
Darth Vader hands down.
Is there anything else you wish to add?
I would like to add that I am very thankful to the members of this great fleet for allowing me to have so much fun the last 4 years, and for allowing me the chance to be a part of this great organization. There is no better gift than the gift of friendship that so many of you have given to me. Thank you, and keep enjoying the game!