Interested. You know I prefer to play veterans in just about everything, but will forgo that nicety for the good of the story. How about a geologist who has an interest in biology? He enjoys farming, cultivating plants for food.
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I am a veteran of the United States Army and the US Army National Guard. I spent three years on Active Duty serving in the 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) at Ft. Carson, CO, and the 3rd Armor Division at Kirch Göns, West Germany. I spent 18 years in the Army National Guard with the 26th Infantry Division "Yankee" and 29th Infantry Division (Light), "The Blue and the Gray". I was deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina with the 29th ID (L) in 2001 - 2002. I have also been reading military history articles and books since I was 10 years old. I do prefer Military Role Plays over all other genres, primarily because I have a vast knowledge of the subject including personal experiences. At the very least, my characters are always veterans.
I have been writing for pleasure for at least 35+ years but only got into forum-based Role Playing about eighteen years ago. I do enjoy Nation Role Plays and get into minute detail when designing my military. The only reason I enjoy excruciating detail in my militaries is because for me, it is fun. My education and experience on this subject afford me the insight to see the depth of the structure. It is not just a General and a large pile of soldiers. If someone wants assistance in designing an army, navy, or air force, please send me a PM. I will help. Please specify what level (echelon) or depth you would like me to go. When I say echelon, I mean Army, Corps, Division, Brigade/Regiment, Battalion/Squadron, Company/Troop/Battery, Platoon, and Squad/Section.
When I was a student in High School, I used to play Dungeons & Dragons. Recently, I have been DMing a 5e campaign of my creation for my son and his friends. 5e is so much less cumbersome than earlier editions of D&D. I do have an interest in Tolkien-esque fantasy-styled Role Plays as well. Time travel has always been a fun genre for me, but to do it well, one must have a firm grasp of historical facts.
There are only a few fanfictions I will participate in; Star Wars and Star Trek are two of them. I want to do an exclusively Klingon RP one of these days. I also avoid Canon characters.
I have real-world martial arts experience. I would love to write an RP about hand-to-hand combat, no fantasy magic chit, just hands elbows, knees, and feet. Maybe the occasional head butt thrown in to mix things up. I trained in Krav Maga for six and a half years. I earned a first-degree black belt in Krav Maga on 3 June 2017.
Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art form that employs practical self-defense techniques drawing forms & techniques from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Taekwando. It is very brutal, demanding, and aggressive. During the seven years I trained, I have bruised two ribs, sustained several muscle pulls, and various lacerations and bruises over my body. I have received a sprained ankle and a fractured wrist. Before the first black belt test, I received a bone bruise to my right shin; where my roundhouse kicks impact. Yet, I am stupid enough to continue training. [Regardless of the physical pain, it is more fun than any other physical activity I have engaged in. Fortunately, the bone bruise healed up prior to the third and final test. EDIT: I did leave the sport over five years ago. :(]
Over two years ago I completed my first novel, a science fiction set in the 24th century. It focuses on a Private Military Corporation solely employed by the earth government. I started a second book in November 2022 and hope to work on that this summer when I have more time.
Send me a PM for a Role Play or if you would like to see what sort of an army I could build for you.
--Gunther (AKA: Old School)
Gunthers Cast of Hooligans
I have been writing for pleasure for at least 35+ years but only got into forum-based Role Playing about eighteen years ago. I do enjoy Nation Role Plays and get into minute detail when designing my military. The only reason I enjoy excruciating detail in my militaries is because for me, it is fun. My education and experience on this subject afford me the insight to see the depth of the structure. It is not just a General and a large pile of soldiers. If someone wants assistance in designing an army, navy, or air force, please send me a PM. I will help. Please specify what level (echelon) or depth you would like me to go. When I say echelon, I mean Army, Corps, Division, Brigade/Regiment, Battalion/Squadron, Company/Troop/Battery, Platoon, and Squad/Section.
When I was a student in High School, I used to play Dungeons & Dragons. Recently, I have been DMing a 5e campaign of my creation for my son and his friends. 5e is so much less cumbersome than earlier editions of D&D. I do have an interest in Tolkien-esque fantasy-styled Role Plays as well. Time travel has always been a fun genre for me, but to do it well, one must have a firm grasp of historical facts.
There are only a few fanfictions I will participate in; Star Wars and Star Trek are two of them. I want to do an exclusively Klingon RP one of these days. I also avoid Canon characters.
I have real-world martial arts experience. I would love to write an RP about hand-to-hand combat, no fantasy magic chit, just hands elbows, knees, and feet. Maybe the occasional head butt thrown in to mix things up. I trained in Krav Maga for six and a half years. I earned a first-degree black belt in Krav Maga on 3 June 2017.
Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art form that employs practical self-defense techniques drawing forms & techniques from Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Taekwando. It is very brutal, demanding, and aggressive. During the seven years I trained, I have bruised two ribs, sustained several muscle pulls, and various lacerations and bruises over my body. I have received a sprained ankle and a fractured wrist. Before the first black belt test, I received a bone bruise to my right shin; where my roundhouse kicks impact. Yet, I am stupid enough to continue training. [Regardless of the physical pain, it is more fun than any other physical activity I have engaged in. Fortunately, the bone bruise healed up prior to the third and final test. EDIT: I did leave the sport over five years ago. :(]
Over two years ago I completed my first novel, a science fiction set in the 24th century. It focuses on a Private Military Corporation solely employed by the earth government. I started a second book in November 2022 and hope to work on that this summer when I have more time.
Send me a PM for a Role Play or if you would like to see what sort of an army I could build for you.
--Gunther (AKA: Old School)
Gunthers Cast of Hooligans
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What sort of bounty could we uncover aboard the Majestic if we are successful? Vehicle-wise.
@Gunther Flaggs second character is in charge as Admiral, my bad you started your post before his CS was finished and I never changed the roster.
Admiral Ximen.
Fixed
I have a post that will go up sometime today. It has a Company operations order attached to it. This addresses specifically what the infantry component is doing.
Posted.
@Lauder@POOHEAD189@CaptainBritton
Captain Britton, could you change your platoon to Second and bring your platoon strength back up to 45 soldiers, please?
Commandant Victor Tavik
Captain Kruger sat at the back of the briefing room while Commandant Tavik listened to Admiral Ximen brief the unit commanders on their next operation. He missed the name of the operation, but realized his company would breach a Venator class Star destroyer, assuming the snake eaters could spike the opposition ship's computer system. He didn't like it. The company had too many new soldiers in the company and its two veteran platoons, the first and the fourth had low morale due to their experiences in the most recent operation. They needed a serious kick in the pants to get them back in shape. Lorne Kruger thought hard how to bring these platoons back around. Both he and Sergeant Major Jax were desperately thinking of ways to get the company back on track; focused on their mission.
At 74" tall, Victor Tavik was relatively tall, but what made him stand out from the crowd was that he was very thin, shaped like a pole. His receding hairline and gaunt cheeks pronounced his heavy forehead and pointed nose. At one time he was nicknamed The birdman behind his back. The Commandant stood, turned and silently called for his Executive Officer to join him on the walk back to deck four where the members of the 332nd were quartered.
"What do you think, Lorne?" Commandant Tavik asked his second in command.
"I don't like it, sir."
"Please, elaborate." The commandant walked casually down the corridor with his hands clasped behind his back. It had quickly become one of his signature moves. He did not walk with a quick step like most officers do. The Commandant of the 332nd Mobile Assault Company set his own pace and expected others to follow suit. Naturally, he accommodated the Admiral and Commander Baesk.
"Karada's platoon is devastated from the Anaxas ordeal. They haven't received any replacements. The Sergeant Major has submitted requests through channels. Admiral Ximen is aware. The men are demoralized. They lost 19 brothers and sisters there. Maybe sending them right back into the fight is just what they need?" Captain Kruger paused to allow his Commander the opportunity to editorialize on his comments. The Commandant grimaced his usual expression nodding as though asking his XO to proceed.
"Lieutenant Trad's platoon is at full strength, but have only just arrived. They are settling into their new quarters as we speak. These men are untested, sir. We don't know how they will perform. The same can be said about the Mandalorians. Lieutenant Dosa's platoon is not green, but they arrived two days befores Trad's people. I know Dosa's record speaks of experience as a mercenary and the history of the Mandalorian people is rife with the warrior culture. Regardless, they are new and we don't know what they can do. The only real saving grace are the Sappers. They are an experienced group and suffered only a few minor scrapes during the Anaxes affair. I expect good things from them."
"I take your advice to heart, Lorne. You are a trusted advisor," the Commandant responded to his second in command. "At the moment when our ship docks with the Venator-class ship, I want three of our sapper squads to prepare breaching charges, making our own doors into their ships. We won't use the conventional portals. Each platoon will have a sapper squad attached and a breaching point. The Assault Platoon will attack in the middle with first on their right and second platoon on their left. The two line platoons will support the Assault platoon's advance in the middle. As we attack into the heart of their ship, we will slowly fan out into the various spaces of the ship eliminating hostiles as we go. Priority will be to securing the bridge and the engine room. Let's sit down with Dosa, Karada, Trad and Lomax. I want Sergeant Major Jax, Sergeant Mott, Sergeant Felidron and Sergeant Dumas present also. Mott should record everything and Dumas and yourself need to come up with a logistical plan to support this operation. Can you get everyone ready?"
"Yes sir, I will get the platoon commanders and the company staff ready in our briefing room."
Commandant Tavik and Captain Kruger continued along at their plodding pace towards the ship's fourth deck.
First Platoon Common Area, Deck 4, the Keep
Several soldiers from the First Platoon sat around in the day room on Deck 4 talking about their friends lost on Anaxes. Their attire was either in uniform or various levels of dress and undress. "Who does he think he is?" Ananya Corbo, an Alderaanian woman muttered. "He sends us in there to die while he sits safely aboard a slick." The slick is an informal term the infantrymen call the Low Altitude Assault Transport they use to get from the ship to the surface.
"I hear ya, 'Nanya," a Durosian soldier, Moosa Chalis responded. "He never smiles. He is always talking about us doing our jobs and you don't ever see him doing anything. See how slow he walks down the corridors? The Sergeant Major is always getting on us about moving with a purpose. The Commandant is the slowest pogue on this damn boat!"
"He's only been here three months." Hansa Sarkar, another Alderaanian soldier quipped. "I say we give him a chance. Captain Karada can handle him."
"I wouldn't bet on it," Ananya remarked. "I say we drop a thermal on his ass." She muttered that last part just to test the waters.
The other three people in the room, stopped and looked at her. Trooper Morse, a dark skinned Kuati had not said anything yet. "You know, 'Nanya, that's a pretty serious thing you just said." Tyus Morse stood up and walked near Trooper Corbo. "I mean, if you want to do something like that, it takes big ones, you know what I mean?"
She shook her head in frustration. "I just can't stand him. He is the worst. I wish he would just die!" She yelled the exclamation at her section mate just as Senior Sergeant Ari Jax walked in the room. The four soldiers all stood up and assumed the position of parade rest, with their hands clasped low behind their backs and their head and eyes looking at the Company Sergeant.
The Company Sergeant, also known as the Company Sergeant Major is very dark skinned Alderaanian who stands 6'5" tall. He is very muscular and quite intimidating. "I know you people are not talking about dropping a thermal on the Commander. Even if I heard rumors of such nonsense, I would have my boot so far up your ass, you'd beg me for more." Sergeant Jax stopped and looked around the room. He stopped in front of Ananya. "Trooper Corbo, what are you doing!?"
"Nothing Sergeant Major!
The Seregant walked slowly around the room speaking to the four soldiers of first platoon. "You people think you have it so bad. Your best friends died." He paused and looked at their faces. "Your brothers and your sisters were blasted to hell by those bloody imperials and you are all pissing all over yourselves. Get over this shit right frackin' now, boys and girls. You signed up for this fight and war is about dying. A bigger world of hurt is coming down on you and you don't even know it. I suggest you get your head out of your third point of contact like yesteray and square your shit away. The skipper is getting this tug ready for something hot. It is coming soon. It may not be tomorrow and it may not be next week, but we are going to be back in the shit before you know it. I don't need a bunch of snot-nosed little pansies cowering behind me. I need warriors! Out in front taking the fight to the enemy! Can you people be warriors!?"
"Yes Sergeant Major!" They all yelled.
"Well that's much better," the senior sergeant allowed a smile. "How about you warriors fix your uniforms and get your gear squared away, because something is coming down today."
As the Company Sergeant finished speaking, Captain Mosh Karada walked into the room. "Sergeant Major, could I speak to you?"
"Yes sir," the company sergeant responded to the first platoon commander as the two stepped out of the room.
"I heard you tell my soldiers there is something happening, what do you know?"
"The old man wants you in the briefing room ASAP, sir. He will break the news to you. I'm going to find Lieutenant Dosa, Lieutenant Lomax, Lieutenant Trad and Sergeant Felidron." The company sergeant addressed Captain Karada with the respect of a fellow Clone Wars veteran. They served together in the 41st Regiment years ago and have a mutual respect for one another.
"Thanks, Sergeant Major," Captain Karada responded. "I'll go inform Sergeant Kent to get the platoon ready. "We can walk together on the way. I have everything I need here," datapad in hand.
In the Company Briefing room, the Commandant detailed his plan to the Platoon Commanders present: Operation Liberty
I have a post that will go up sometime today. It has a Company operations order attached to it. This addresses specifically what the infantry component is doing.
@Sep I was thinking of a Chiss demolitions expert, if sappers are still open?
Hey Bing, check out the Sapper Platoon in the OP. I'll post sometime this afternoon (GMT -5). I've got a plan that will put the Sappers into the heat of the action.
In Character: Commandant Tavik met the Mandalorian officer leading his new Assault platoon. "These are replacements from the Anaxes debacle? Great, I am Commandant Tavik," The Commandant states in a bored tone. "Tell me about yourself, Lieutenant," The rebel officer stated and listened with intent. He heard the Mandalorian officer mention his rank as Captain. Tavik offers a slight grin, not seen on his face often and declared, "Your paper work that came from Rebel Headquarters states you are recognized as a Lieutenant, Lieutenant. The Company Sergeant Major, Jax will give you your room assignments. Have your platoon store their gear. That is all, Lieutenant." Commandant Tavik did not wait for a response. HE turned his back, clasping both hands behind his back as he strode away.
OOC: Notice the minor changes I made in yellow.
OOC: Notice the minor changes I made in yellow.
For your consideration.
Just want it tacked on the bottom or how do you want it added to the list?
I believe that works. The way I've put it up.
Perfect. Another observation I made. You have the infantry listed as 122. That is the authorized strength. They have 103 on hand. The first platoon is still short 19. Maybe those 19 can show later in the story?
I'm going to take a look at these:
1x AT-TE
3x AT-AP
1x AT-PT
1x HAVw A6 Juggernaut
Are the 10 vehicle drivers supposed to be for these or are they allocated somewhere else?
The All Terrain Tactical Enforcer (AT-TE) has a crew of two. I assume one is the driver and the second mans the Mass Driver Cannon. The vehicle also has six laser cannon turrets and can hold 20 infantry. I assume this is a transport for the infantry and they man the laser cannon turrets. The LAATs can transport these.
The three All Terrain Attack Pod (AT-AP) comes with a pilot and two gunners for its Heavy Projectile Launcher, Heavy Blaster Cannon and Medium Laser Cannon. No passengers
The All Terrain Personal Transport (AT-PT) has a crew of two (+1). Armed with Twin blaster cannon and concussion grenade launcher. The Commandant would like to pimp this ride out as his command vehicle. He'll need a pilot and a young officer to call indirect fire from The Keep.
The HAVw A6 Juggernaut has a crew of 12 with a number of Anti-personnel cannons, one Heavy laser turret, one Projectile launcher and a Repeating laser. Wookiepedia states it can transport 300 soldiers. I don't buy that for a second. Looking at the photograph, I'd guess about 50.
These six vehicles require a crew of 24 people, counting pilots/drivers and gunners. The USMC separate their infantry from their vehicles, which appears to be what we are doing here. The US Army and most British Army units have vehicles organic to their units. Infantry soldiers drive and shoot their own vehicles. This is not what we are doing here. Am I correct in this assumption?
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