Considering the fact that it was removed by popular request, I beg to differ.
As has already been said, new CT's should be moving straight into real battalions ASAP. They shouldn't be staying in any formal CT unit, whether that be the late 101st battalion or a cheap imitation of such. This is for several important reasons.
As you admit, distinguishing genuine players from minges would be an insurmountable issue within your proposed unit. A rank structure would do nothing to dissuade these people from acting as they wish. In fact, it might even provide them with an excellent cover from which to perform their actions i.e. allowing them to be deployed to events as a unit.
Real battalions have engaging features such as a wide selection of classes and specializations to choose from. This variety both seizes player interest in the short term and ultimately helps to maintain the server's user base. Evolving the CT job into a full-blown unit complete with a rank structure would congest the transition from CC to becoming a member of a real battalion. The reality is that CT’s don’t require a training unit. I can comfortably say that most people would rather join a battalion they like and learn on the job, with people they may likely be playing with for an extended period of time. People who will get to know them, point them down the right path, become their friends and mentors, etc.
Aside from potentially making the process of joining a real battalion somewhat of a slog for less experienced players, this proposed CT unit will essentially cuck real battalions, stagnating the flow of fresh recruits.
In summary, it sounds bloody awful. We tried it, it didn’t work.
However, I do agree with you on one thing. Currently, CT’s are often treated like complete shit, especially during events. These people are the future of our community. Be warm and inviting to them, be patient in your demeanour and point them in the right direction.
In conclusion, a big fat -1 from me.
Love, Whisky <3
