Llama's SO BDE Regimental Commander Application

[Llama/Yoda]

Steam Name: Llama Thor

 

RP Name: Kal Skirata

 

Steam ID (SteamID Finder😞

STEAM_0:0:41031163

Regiment you are applying for:

Special Operations Brigade

 

Experience: 

41st (Icefuse):

This was easily the most fun I had on Icefuse. I was a low NCO when Egg first got Gree, and quickly rose through the ranks of his 41st until I reached the rank of XO. As XO I helped get the battalion organized, worked on forming battalion meetings, and more importantly tried to make the game as fun as possible for members of the battalion during the times where Egg could not be on. I gained a lot of experience here about leadership, communication, and life in general. Legitimately I came out of that battalion a better person than I was going in and I am very thankful for the time I was an officer in the battalion.

Defense Regimental Commander (Icefuse):

This was my first Regimental position, this included 104th, under Jayarr, Doom's Unit, under Literal, and 41st, under Egg. I focused mainly on DU during this time as they were struggling then, but overall I hosted meetings, communicated with BCMD's, and attempted to make sure the Jedi participating in my Regiment enjoyed the experience. During this time I learned a lot about what it meant to be a less direct leader, and less direct influence on a Battalion. I had to be helpful, without being overbearing and running a battalion for people. This is easily the most important thing about being a Regimental, leading indirectly. Presenting ideas and helping out where you can, without being the BCMD yourself. I think this will more or less be the objective as SO BDE regimental as well, to help the squads and check them when they're struggling, but to still let the squad leads have the independence they need.

Yoda (Icefuse and Synergy):

This is what most people probably know me as. I loved being Yoda, it was easily the best role I think I have been on this server, or any server for that matter. This was when I think I really flourished as a leader. I learned how to get the best out of the people working under me, how to take in others ideas and compromise when you need to, and when to stick to your guns and go with your gut. I learned how to organize an extremely large group of people and make it feel like a community within the community, and also how to lead a small group, being the council, and make it feel like a family. I learned what the obligations of being a leader are, and how much you owe to the people under you, and I learned how to work hard even when things look difficult and it would be easier to quit. This position taught me things I legitimately think will stick with me for a long time and I think this is what truly prepared me to be a Regimental now, as it helped prepare me to be a Squad Lead now.  Under myself and my council the Order did extremely well, branches were filled and trials were attended heavily. But more than that I think the RP of the Jedi Order was really solid, this likely came from realizing that it's better to reward RP, battalion work, and trial hosting in equal measure, and that's what we did.

Recon Regimental Commander (Synergy):

This was my second time being a Regimental Commander. I think I did a much better job this time, despite the lessons I learned I spent a lot of time as Defense Regimental Commander micro managing my battalions, I didn't want this to be the case again and I learned from my mistakes. This time I let the BCMD's run their battalions while providing a level of input they were comfortable with. I built relationships between each of the battalions under my command and attempted to build these same relationships with battalions outside of my Regiment as well. I used my position as Reg to help my battalions at the top level, so they could continue to run themselves independently, and I could help them with inter-battalion relationships, as well as any high command related issues that came up. This is where I had to learn a lot about trust. As Yoda I could just step in if someone was making mistakes or handling things the wrong way, but as Reg I had to just try to turn it into a lesson for them and then trust them to move forward using the lessons they learned from that experience. I had to trust the BCMD's to take my input and do something useful with it if they wanted, but also I had to trust them enough for them to be able to ignore it and move forward with their own plans. Recon Reg was a great experience for me and I honed my leadership skills here quite a bit. It also prepared me for what was next.

Marshal Commander (Synergy):

Marshal Commander was easily the second best position I ever held on Synergy. As Marshal I furthered what I had learned from Recon, although took a different approach. Now I could be a direct influence on the way all battalions did things, while also still allowing them that autonomy to run their own battalions. This was enabled by a Palpatine, and General, who were both very willing to help me push through different RP changes and rule adjustments that, I believe, allowed for RP to be the focus of most battalions. While still allowing them to have their own goals, interests, and policies. This was also compounded by the changes we made to High Command to allow the High Command positions a bit more freedom to change things for their regiment and bring forward new ideas that could improve the day to day play of the people under them. Unfortunately my time as Marshal was cut short to only about a month and a half, but still I think it was valuable experience, and would serve me well being in High Command again.

Null/Kal Skirata (Synergy):

I first joined Null shortly after the server opened as it's first A'den. I loved being in Null. The characters, the lore, the armor, the weapons, and the people in the squad were all great. We were definitely more toxic then I will admit, but I always focused on RP, and public relations. I spent a lot of my time with Rancor where they eventually treated me as a second Warrant Officer, high praise for Rancor, where I built a strong relationship with the people in the battalion. This interaction between myself and Rancor actually became the basis of the first outreach system within Null. I eventually left A'den, and then much later the server. When I came back I knew immediately where I needed to be, I had to go back to Null and be A'den again. I rejoined as Jaing and then swapped over to A'den and I loved every second of it, I also served as Arligan Zey during this time. Under Venom and Tino, who were both excellent leaders within the squad and who helped me learn even more than my previous positions had taught me about leading a small squad, I loved how RP and lore focused it was. We spent hours talking about our characters and how best to play them, and we really were also excited to show people we could faithfully play our characters and not be rude to people and treat them poorly. When Tino moved up to Regimental Commander I was his Ordo, I then made the choice to move up to Kal. Despite having School and work going hard on me, I still managed to keep reasonable hours and complete my sign ins, I also tried my best to make myself someone that others within the Regiment could look to for leadership and advice when needed, and I think I succeeded in that. I hope this time was proof of my ability to lead within SO BDE.

 

 

Why should you become a Regimental Commander?:

I believe I should be the SO BDE reg because of my experience, leadership ability, and lore and RP knowledge and focus. I will break these three down individually now. First off is my experience, as listed above I have held many positions, some I didn't mention because I didn't deem them relevant but nonetheless, I have held many high positions both here and Icefuse and have quite a lot of experience within SO BDE itself. From learning about properly roleplaying a Null, to how to run regiments and groups both large and small, my pas experience has built within me a healthy knowledge of leadership, as well as what it takes to set a strong example on the server. My experience has also taught me a lot about how to deal with people, how best to communicate with them and how to build and improve strong relationships on the server, something that will be key as SO BDE Regimental. Next I want to focus on my Leadership ability. As mentioned I have a lot of in-server experience, this is what has built up a strong leadership ability for me, and what allows me to speak with confidence when I say that I could lead the SO BDE regiment. I know I can help direct squad leads when there are difficulties, I know I can properly deal with mingey behavior and other issues that naturally crop up in a regiment like this one, and I know for a fact I know how to set a good example for those beneath me. I also know I can build strong relationships outside of the regiment because I have had to it before, and I have done it well. And of course thirdly my lore knowledge. I have read ever Karen Traviss novel in the Republic Commando series, I have watched the unseen episodes, and I know just about everything you could ever want to know about any of the squads in my Regiment. This isn't just useless knowledge when it comes to this server either, this can be used to assist in guiding how members of the Regiment roleplay their character, and how they act when on their job and on the server. It can also be used when trying to create different simulations, events, and RP scenarios in order to really bring out the best we can of all of these amazing named characters we have in the Regiment. So overall I think I am the best choice for my experience, leadership ability, and my lore and RP knowledge and ability.

Do you understand the lore of your regiment?:

I may even know too much about it yes.

 

Availability:

Monday -Thursday: 7:00PM CST - 2AM CST although I am contactable through discord and will have off days during these times that adjust this

Friday - Sunday: 5:00PM CST - Very Late. This actually changes much like weekdays, it depends on my work and school schedule, this is just what I can absolutely guarantee I am available for, I am also always contactable on discord.

Give a brief overview of your achievements on the server:

I will just formulate a list here:

Vet admin

Overseer

Head Admin

Chief Of Game Masters

TRM

Recon Regimental Commander

Null

Marshal Commander

Yoda

Several other Jedi named characters

Rancor Commander Colt

41st Commander

Do you have a microphone?:

Yes

Where do you want your regiment to be at the end of your term?:

I would like for SO BDE to be active, full, and having  a great time. That being said there are many factors that come together to form these things. First off I want to try and get more outreach stuff going, not just with each persons individual outreach, but perhaps getting all of SO BDE together to work with battalions together. I have already started this by contacting Rancor about ways in which Null and Alpha can work together more closely, as well as Null working with Rancor as a whole as a way to prove to the rest of the community that we are interested in being a part of it and providing something for the rest of it as well. I also want to get more SO BDE RP scenarios and events going. This will take a lot of talking to Game Masters but some of the best RP I have ever seen has come from when battalions get to go on their own events, where everything is more controlled and direct. I want SO BDE to get this more often, although this will require working closely with Game Masters to make it happen. Thirdly I want SO BDE to be seen as the best roleplayers on the server. I want everyone else on the server to see our regiment as an example for how to conduct yourselves, as well as how to roleplay and effectively play your character. This will be a difficult task, but the main thing is going to be just making sure we go into every interaction with others on the server with a good attitude, and that we focus on what our character would do when it comes down to RP, while also remembering that it is a game, and people are here to have fun, not just us. So that is basically the main three pillars that will form my plan to improve SO BDE.

How do you plan to improve relations within your regiment?:

Well SO BDE does a great job of sticking together and working together between squads. The main thing I would actually work on is getting each Squad it's own breathing room to work together as a squad. I want each squad to still feel like they are a proper squad who work together. Not a part of a huge battalion of named characters. While this may be controversial, I think it will allow each of the squad leads to have their own time to flourish and prove themselves as leaders. Of course we will still stay connected and we will still communicate and stay in the same channels most of the time, but I moreso mean during events and such, where perhaps for deployments the squad leads can directly lead their squad, which I think will also add to immersion, and really feeling like each squad is it's own unit.

Do you understand that if you go inactive that you will be removed from your position?:

Yep

 

Do you understand that your position has a two month term limit and you must reapply after two months to maintain your regimental commander rank?:

Yes I do.

Edited December 7, 2019 by Llama/Yoda
title change

[Tinovious]

As a previous regimental, AHA I SAID IT TWICE in one day. I’ve watched Llama come back into SO BDE and nurture others into being more lore orientated and level headed people. He’s a good leader, a good friend and an excellent Kal. Both candidates are ready for the spot, and I know they’ll both support each other no matter the out come. So they both have my +1.

[ISNIFFPROPANE]

Yes, Yes, YES! +1 omg please please please 

[Dreams-]

+1

[zoink]

+1 

Edit: With the activity thing Llama is active because we are required to sign in... if he was inactive he would be removed.   both of the people going for reg are amazing!

Edited December 7, 2019 by Nightmare

[Rose]

-1 gotta be honest here I don't see you on as much. obviously I am not on 24/7 but im on most hours throughout the week and its been probably 3 weeks since I last saw you consistently on server. I have nothing against you personally but activity wise FYI blows you out of the water and I think he is the better candidate. 

[A-a-ron]

Uhhhhhhhhhh 

+1

Llama you may think that sometimes you're "Too much of an asshole" but dude you're literally the perfect person to be in this position. Don't be hard on yourself. You got this 100% might actually get through a whole term.

[Craigary]

+1 you already know i support both candidates, Llama youre a great guy and have done amazing work for SO BDE and the server as a whole. GL buddy. 

[Guttler]

+1 ive worked with llama alot and hes done a really good job but one thing tho....

 

 

OMG those boxes tho i know that pain

[Luckyy]

+1

[Carvis]

I wish neutral was a thing still...  

Anyway, though i haven’t had much interaction with you I have heard a lot of good things from people I trust which makes me wanna +1

BUT I feel like activity may be an issue, as Rose said I know I’m not on 24/7 but I’m still on quite a bit and haven’t seen you on as much as a RCMD should be which makes me wanna -1, but I also do know that regimentals do a lot of back end work that doesn’t revolve in game as much (which is the same for pretty much commander+)

Anyway, I feel that if activity got bumped a tad then there wouldn’t be any issues in the future. +1 from me  

 

Off topic question: why is your forum name still have “/Yoda”? lmao 

Edited December 7, 2019 by Carvis

[Mike]

+1 because favoritism 

[Snow]

+1

[SmallJeff]

Like i said in his Kal app we both have our dislikes for each other but as for the current moment he is the best candidate 

So ill give ya a +1

[Hayley]

-1 -- I agree with the lack of activity from Rose.

[Duff]

+1 Good luck

[Kase]

+1, Llama knows his stuff and can run this shit. That being said, i believe both the candidates can so my point doesn't stand.

[Bbstine]

I know you can lead sobdeez nuts, go for it all the way

+1

[ISNIFFPROPANE]

On 12/6/2019 at 9:49 PM, Rose said:

-1 gotta be honest here I don't see you on as much. obviously I am not on 24/7 but im on most hours throughout the week and its been probably 3 weeks since I last saw you consistently on server. I have nothing against you personally but activity wise FYI blows you out of the water and I think he is the better candidate. 

 

On 12/6/2019 at 10:52 PM, Tabbycat said:

-1 -- I agree with the lack of activity from Rose.

The reason he hasn't been much is because he's been on ROA for about 2 weeks due to his full time job + School has been overwelming him, and he was losing a lot of energy from that so he wasn't able to get on. and I can give you an exact date if you'd like. Recently though, the ROA has ended, and he's been getting on basically every other day, and is slowly gonna start to merge into every day when he has more time opening up. I can tell you Llama isn't an inactive pleb hes been on like everyday 7 days a week for like 5+ hours a day before because he didn't have work and stuff like that. 

Edited December 11, 2019 by ISNIFFPROPANE

[Beastly]

+1 Llama is an absolute lad, I've known him for almost 3 years now, I think he can do great, Good Luck.

Edited December 7, 2019 by Beastly

[Rose]

9 minutes ago, ISNIFFPROPANE said:

 

The reason he hasn't been much is because he's been on ROA for about 2 weeks due to his full time job + Work overwelming him, and him losing a lot of energy from that so he wasn't able to get on. and I can give you an exact date if you'd like. Recently though, the ROA has ended, and he's been getting on basically every other day, and is slowly gonna start to merge into every day when he has more time opening up. I can tell you Llama isn't an inactive pleb hes been on like everyday 7 days a week for like 5+ hours a day before because he didn't have work and stuff like that. 

There isn’t/wasn’t an LOA/ROA up on forums like aBCMD should. 

[ISNIFFPROPANE]

3 minutes ago, Rose said:

There isn’t/wasn’t an LOA/ROA up on forums like aBCMD should. 

You don't have to post ROAs on the forums, just LOAs. Even marvel said it wasn't that big of a deal if it was an ROA since he was still getting on here and there.

[Rose]

I have never been in SOBDE I’m just stating how I see it. There have been CMD reports for people that are more active than llama (scarecrow being most recent) and that is a serious concern. 

[CannonBanned]

-1 You seem over worked with IRL along with the server I don't wanna see another Reg resign due to burn out

[Grief]

+1 Holy shit I am gonna say you are the one of the funniest but serious people when it comes to down it you are the right person for this spot and will be the best help and have the best guidance for SOBDE

[Elijah]

+1 GoodLuck 

[Square]

+1 *insert covert ops here*

[Rick_]

I cant think of anyone better for the job +1.   But there also really isn't anyone who can be as good ah Kal as you.

[Mist]

+1 all the way

[Buzz]

+1 Lead the way!

[Eagle]

+1

[Pythin]

The people who applied are the best for the Job.

 

Llama we are very good friends, so I’m gonna try and speak facts rn. You honestly fit High Command. You do great things, and always want what’s best, and the only issue I have is the amount of time you get on. I don’t think that’s a reason to -1 you do to the fact that it’s and sometimes we need a break, and you still make the required activity.

I HOPE THAT YOU SURVIVE REACH, and do well for SOBDE 

+1

[Jagger]

+1 but stop bullying me over my dead foxtrot members. You better finish the SOBDE term bruh.

[Snadvich]

+1 Good luck

[Khaos]

+1 best man for the job 

[KillJoy]

Both you and Fyi would be great +1

[Willyworm1]

As people have said, activity is important, but i know how it is when it comes to not being able to get on for reason that you can't fully control. with that being said, you and FYI make good leaders and you both deserve to be interviewed to see who will get it.

+1

[Dargon]

-1 doing this for your own good. I cannot support this.

[Pancakes]

+1
 

[Piff]

+1 i want to -1 so you stay in SODBE longer but if its what you want im fine
As well this man right here is prob one of the few people who you can talk to and he will be understanding about the issue or situation 

[Venom/TJ]

+1 This man is ready. When he came back to SO BDE I had the privilege to be his Brother in null and command him during my time as Ordo, Once I resigned I knew he would be an amazing fit for Ordo, hell if Tino didnt go for Kal I wanted him to do it. Eventually he did and has done an amazing job. I think he is ready for this as well. Good luck friend. ❤️

[Jorrdan]

+1 massive loser

[Eclipse]

+1

QT

[Cronis]

+1 That's my papa!

[PappaDunc]

+1 Llama is good boy, very good boy, he would be one hell of an SOBDE reg

[Sn3akyboi]

+1

I don’t see why not.

[Unkindled]

+1 Llama has the experience and time to know how to be a Regimental Commander and is a very good candidate to become the next. He has spent countless hours over the years in high ranking positions and doing a great job at doing them. I think if Llama were to obtain this position he would make sure to finish his term and be as active as he can be I know Llama is very fun and chill personality to be around and knows how to proceed with doing things that require a person to be serious. Personally I know Llama always thinks before he does something and consults other people of their opinion on a  certain subject. If Llama would obtain this position you can only expect good things to come from it.

[Patrick]

+1
Candidate has the experience for the position. Always see him with spend his time with SOBDE, especially with his busy schedule.
 

[Egg]

Llama has been around and somewhat or even directly involved in this server since its conception. He knows the ins and outs of everyone and everything. He has seen battalions go through their worst bits and their best bits. He had more than enough experience and drive to go for this position and I believe that he can do the position justice. Since he joined my battalion so many years ago, he has always been a kind and fair leader that I had the absolute pleasure of working with. His journey through this server had made him into one of the greatest members of the community and I am proud to call him my friend 

+1 my brother, I'll keep a spot open and warm by the fire for you, and I'll wait for as long as it takes. 

[justuscloud5]

+1 I will explain soon but cant rn be back 

[Steven_]

+1 LLama is the best choice for this position

[JaBaku]

This guy 🤦‍♂️
 

 

 

+1

[Buzz]

+1 Just don't burn yourself out.

[Dennis]

-1 other applicants activity is better however good luck gamer 

[Foxey]

I believe you've got what it takes, though I don't know much.
Good luck.
+1

[OkamiHybrid]

+1 formatting kinda unepic

[Ten]

+1

While I do not know you the best, from what I have heard and seen you would make an amazing SO BDE regimental commander.

Best of luck!

[Rezz]

+1 great guy will be an amazing SOBDE reg.

[Al3xso]

13 hours ago, Dennis said:

-1 other applicants activity is better however good luck gamer 

I don't believe this is true. I honestly like both applicants and have nothing against either one, however FYI has less activity overall than Llama. Unfortunately I know this isn't due to timezones... (I'm on for too many hours per day). I also have to say this, commanders do NOT have to be online 24/7. They should entrust their lower ranks to run the battalion and if any major issues pop up, they will deal with it. This is why both applicants are getting a +1. Good luck to the both of you.

[BlackiSblack]

-1 gayyy

[Gadget]

So, from what I have gathered from speaking to people is [also includes some of my on assumptions]

 - You work a pretty intensive job which means you are tired when you get on sometimes. Understandable, a lot of people work.

 - Your activity has a bit more to be desired. I am GMT, so me judging a US player's playtime is a bit difficult, but I have almost never seen you on while I'm on and when I do it's usually events.

 - SOBDE current attitude and reputation... Well it kinda hasn't change [at least in my regard] which is some of you guys have super inflated egos, but half the server is guilty of that, so again not surprised, heck I have to deal with stuck up people on there high horses and I even saddle up on my high horse every once in a while.

My opinion is based more on someone who basically has no fucking clue who you are bar passing glances on the base. 

A lot of your +1's like most of these fucking apps, are +1's based on popularity of practicality. Not what you know, but who.

Know I now this can come across as...well... Dick-ish and like I am ripping into you and hating on you for no conceivable reason, but I am English, I tell it how it is. Truth hurts.

 

BUT I will admit, you have the credentials and experience to POTENTIALLY do a good job [implying work isn't too much of a burnout for you]

Reg's are more admin positions that actually commanding. 

After writing this and deliberating over it every time I see it on the forums, I would have to agree with the consensus and

+1 

[Sleeper]

+1

[Llama/Yoda]

Hey y'all thank you for the support and the feedback. I don't mean to bail on running or anything, but upon reflection I think FYI will do an excellent job, and I think that this particular regimental position would just burn me out. Kal is really fun for me at the moment and I wanna stick with that and be with my sons for a while longer. Thank you for the opportunity and my apologies to everyone. Maybe next time around though.

@Sanchez Resident and Marvel please go ahead and mark this denied and give me the whole shpeal. 

[Cabrera]

+1

Edited December 12, 2019 by Cabrera

[Agent]

+1 You don't need a explanation.

[Sanchez]

Applicant has voided his application.

This is your only void in 30 days, another void within 30 days will result in a 30 day cooldown. 

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// moved to "Denied"