Chips' Fox Application [Waived]

[Chips]

 

Steam Name: Chips

RP Name: Thorn

RP Rank: Major

Steam ID: Steam_0:0:714595130 | 76561199389455988

Battalion you are applying for: Coruscant Guard

Experience: 

CG PVT - WO
I’ve spent a lot of my time as a NCO the same as most hosting trainings and practicing my leadership skills to show I could become an officer. I helped run Diplomatic services as an officer giving many sessions of negotiations training and meeting with other officers in other battalions. Finding common ground was my goal and meeting the other members of the server was also very important to me.

CG LT - CPT REGL

My time as an officer in CG was full of challenges and hurdles that I successfully crossed. My first actions as REGL after becoming a LT were to start working on a new negotiations document. I greatly improved on how to run the negotiations area and what the proper procedures were. Next was my experience in assigning leaders to their own regiments and running them if there was an absence of leadership, making sure the regiment had a steady supply of members and they were doing their job. As REGL I have been leading trainings and instilling NCOs below me to complete tasks, making sure that everything runs smoothly. It’s been my goal to make sure everything can run without me having to be extremely hands on with it.

   MAJ+ 

In my time as a major in CG the majority of it has been fixing the outdated and flawed documents and attitude of CG as a whole, essentially having to claw my way into those positions, I have shown nothing but dedication to the betterment of CG caring little for my own well being and making sure that everything is working well, as of the most recent we have had a few very good turns in the right direction explained a bit more below, but in being more open with the server, fostering a stronger and more rules oriented environment, and certainly not least making sure we get the right people doing arrests in the first place nothing is more disheartening than a person being arrested and when the sit comes around the CG who had done the arrest can’t properly explain why they had arrested them in the first place, i have been working with my fellow officers to put in programs to make sure that only people who truly know and can articulate the rules properly are arresting people in niche situations, and when mistakes are made we are open and accepting to admit our mistakes.

Why should you become a Battalion Commander?: 

I believe I can bring a different perspective than others who have been around much longer than myself, working through the ranks and speaking between people in other battalions. I hold many peoples opinions to heart and work constantly to try and bridge gaps. I find brevity to be important so I might be a bit brief but I think spending tons of time padding your docs or apps to be absurdly long is wild. My main plans are a bit too complex to explain in plain text here on the application so I will give bullet points as a summary. I welcome feedback and questions about every single bullet point that I state here. 

1.  I want to introduce a new “buddy” program into CG; which would ensure that people are guided into knowing the rules well and improve rules literacy as a whole throughout CG. By making sure enlisted and lower NCO’s are paired up with their fellow CG SNCO’s and junior officers, allowing them to be taught at their own pace. It would also teach them how to move forward within CG and uphold the rules and regulations of the server. 

2. I want to enforce higher standards among all CG troopers, CG should as a whole should be able to understand the rules well enough to articulate why someone was arrested whether it  be to explain to a CT the server rules or provide evidence in a staff sit. I will do all of this through testing our members on rule literacy through well crafted tests by our officer team, creating sims of arrest situations and staff sits so they can become more comfortable with sticking to the rules and making the correct decisions. In addition SEVERELY disciplining ANYONE who abuses the power CG has whether it's baton abuse or having an attitude that CG is better than anyone due to CG’s ability to arrest people for breaking the rules. 

3. I believe becoming BCMD would allow me to open up new opportunities in the battalion that have been unavailable previously, improving documents and giving edit access to those who can improve them, adding much needed whitelists with approval to revitalize regiments, and making sure documents / Vital CG information is constantly updated.

4. Myself, Rohan, and a few officers in CG had gone over the rules and found wonky or outdated rules. Thankfully Rohan and I were able to communicate these “loopholes” and wonky rules and get them updated. CG, but more specifically BCMD Fox should always be on the lookout for rules that need updating or clarification. It not only keeps everyone on the same page, but allows for everyone to have a safe and fun time on the server. Myself and CG are committed to keeping an eye on the server rules and making sure they stay updated and are responsive to the communities needs. 

Availability:  EST

Monday: 2pm -1am 

Tuesday: 2pm - 1am 

Wednesday: 2pm - 1am

Thursday: 2pm - 1am

Friday: 2pm  - 1am

Saturday: 2pm- 1am 

Sunday: All day

Estimate of how long you've played on Synergy Roleplay?:  Since October 2023, and 850+ hours.

Do you have a microphone?:  Yes I do

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

The simple answer would be in a good place for me to leave but, i don't think i will want to leave at that time, not until I've taken my time to make CG the best it can possibly be, or at least in a position where it will no longer need to be held onto so tightly. I want to rework a lot of what I have seen as broken or unable to be salvaged, in some circumstances you have to clear the board and put in a new foundation. The main points I have directed my attention are as follows below. Please if you have any questions about anything in the application send them my way and i will be happy to answer and if i can't explain enough here I will hit you up on TS. 

Battalion Relations: Spending time between my own battalion and others, I have seen a few issues. I want to take my time going between the other battalions seeing what their perceptions are and what I can do to fix things. I want to preface my term with listening and improving what I can. My goal would be to take my time talking between people and changing attitudes to improve things. Specifically, I want to change the perception of CG and I'd take any and all input I can towards that goal, as I see just the words “fix it” to be just unproductive. In summary I want to go between the other battalions and find what they see from the exterior as there is only so much I can do from the inside and just closing myself off from other commanders would result in problems or bad blood when it really isn't necessary. I have been a big proponent of opening things up and was the pushing force along with my REGO Tide and fellow officers in making the CG main channel open and accessible to the rest of the server as needed. I will be helping ARCO Danny run a biweekly Q&A session with the rest of the server on questions or concerns people are having with CG and how it is going towards the rules. With these two small changes already things seem to have improved with the rest of the server and I will make it my never ending duty to make us even more accessible and open to the server.  

NCO Corps: I have put together a program with the help of a few officers and my higher ups that involves training and setting up the NCO’s of CG in a better state, going through and pairing with SNCO’s and officers to improve how well their rule literacy is and such. I want to make sure that everyone in CG respects and adheres to the rules of the server. We are an example and should be held to the highest of standards, if we don’t follow the rules to a tea then what is the point? By the end of my term I want this program expanded and running in full swing making sure we get the best out of our members here in CG.

The Officers: I will make it my goal to make sure they can lead the SNCO’s and develop them into positive and well spoken individuals. I believe CGs officer corp is more than capable of instilling the professionalism we are seeking. Officers should be the examples of those that follow the rules and inspire fellow CG troopers. Overall I want to ensure the CG officer corps is mentoring the next “bad batch” to take their place.

CG attitude: The goal of everyone on the server is to have fun, but I have a firm belief that the rules are the rules and we should all be held to them as they are. If we let some people slide and others get arrested immediately it only shows an exterior of favoritism. Even if there isn’t any, I want to have a long conversation with everyone, that we are CG. We uphold the rules and if you think that makes you better than everyone else maybe you are not meant to be in CG. I have no qualms with removing troopers that show constant and repetitive attitude problems. If we don't hold ourselves to the same standard as everyone else if not higher than what is the point of CG. In summary, I will not hesitate to strike or remove anyone in CG causing severe issues either inside or outside of the battalion. 

Tracker: From since I started I've seen tracker in a strange position either without strong leadership or without proper guidance. I want to install new documents and make sure they use their RP kit to the fullest. Improving RP and extending the reach of it for them between other members of the server, I have a few small plans that have been addressed to me by other battalions of extending the massiff program outside of CG. I want to start a "trial period" with another battalion and see how it goes and move from there. I fully believe the massiff whitelist should be accessible to all VIPs regardless of battalion. This would allow both trackers and CG to interact with other battalions with fun RP. I am very well aware that the process to open the massiff whitelist may take time, but I am willing to see it all the way through. 

Diplomatic Services: I believe most people can see from the outside that DS is not working, and I along with the majority of CG are in the camp of wanting senate guard to return to the server and that would leave DS in a tricky spot. I want to rework them into more of the offensive or Urban SWAT unit, moving in to protect hostages or free them, taking down urban based HVT’s and stomping out crime. I plan on doing this in a few ways. First improving the tryout and upgrading its difficulty to make sure we are getting responsible people for this position as it is an elite subunit of CG. Second if necessary maybe a name change to fit the new role but that is up for an open discussion and vote. Third, I want it to be held to an even higher standard than those in normal CG, having them play the character more seriously and staying as the character in most situations. This is an RP server and I want to make it a more elite and RP heavy subunit for CG. 

Heavy: Overall the health of the heavy regiment currently is in good order, we have a new lead and they are enthusiastic to start working. I have proposed an idea in which maybe one HVYO would become a heavy ordnance officer; managing their group of explosive specialists. Which would leave another officer in direct control of the main heavy troopers. We have put together a new heavy tryout as previously it was kind of a document that was just read to you. The new tryout is designed to prepare CG troopers for real in game events and situations. The tryout is also being updated frequently to ensure an evolving training mentality.

Medical: At the moment we have been working with some naval members and organizing the medical branch into a more RP heavy branch; making sure surgeries, exams, and other RP is prompted. The lead is doing well and I hope the focus on RP and in-game medical assistance is kept a priority. 

 

Do you understand that if you go inactive that you will be removed from your position?: Yes I understand completely and will be as active as I can be.

Do you understand that your position has a three month term limit and you must reapply after three months to maintain your commander rank?: Yes and I will see where things are from there.

[Tide]

+1 In all honesty you have the drive and passion to be a great BCMD. The articulation and understanding you've shown while dealing with CG relation things has been amazing. I also know from personal experience that you are flexible and open to anything. 

[Viperr]

+1

 

[Jhonnyblaze24]

+1 chips is wonderful guy and has the proper mindset to lead CG during this time 

[Zensras]

+1 

Once again,  I believe you have what it takes from what I asked you about.    

I WILL say this:   I know you don't recall who this person I'm about to speak of is,  but take notes from Cryo (former CG) and what he did.   He kept an amicable relationship with other battalions and often spent time with others.   I know that is a two-way street but his way of handling outside relations was great.   It sounds like you want to try something like what he did.

Edited March 4 by Zensras

[Rizzo]

-1 I think CG needs a lot of work, and since you're a Major you could have definitely made some sort of effort by now to fix it. From a staff members perspective I have never had to step in to deal with arrests that should be routine for CG as much as I have these past few months. 

[Cucumber]

Not sure how this app got approved already but since you just had one like a week ago, my response is the same.

-1

[Chips]

12 minutes ago, Rizzo said:

-1 I think CG needs a lot of work, and since you're a Major you could have definitely made some sort of effort by now to fix it. From a staff members perspective I have never had to step in to deal with arrests that should be routine for CG as much as I have these past few months. 

I believe it does need a lot of work and I have been pushing for dramatic change for a while as stated in my application, I have been and will continue to do my best to make things better even though at the moment things are at an all time low.  if you have any concerns with anything i will be open to talking about it in either TS or any other voice space. 

Edited March 4 by Chips

[Stella]

At first appointed to CG when Shady was leaving, I'll be honest I never met chips before he was inspired going into the Fox position. Then he came around and started getting to learn the lower NCO's and Enlisted getting feedback on the voice of the lower ranked troops. I've never seen this happen before. so yeah if I could it would be a +100 if I could but +1 keep up the great work in CG Chips. This position would be great for you.

[Danny1]

+1. This application was incredibly detailed and I personally appreciated that. I believe that when you compare this application to Chips' previous one you can see how Chips now has more concrete plans about the future of CG. This was one of the biggest criticisms in his previous application and addressing that was a good sign.

[Moto_Hooligan]

+1 | I believe in ya chips, I've known ya a long time and know you have the heart and mind to run CG and make it better.

Edited March 4 by Moto_Hooligan

[TojoBro]

+1 This is quite detailed but the reason why I am giving a +1 I know you're quite passionate about CG and I think you would make a great fox because of your dedication to CG.

Edited March 4 by TojoBro

[Crab_Shack]

I've not seen a more respectful and professional officer in CG. He has taken feedback from his previous app and improved! I wish you the best and I'll happily +1 this man.

[Crimson]

-1 Same reason I didn't vote last time but I'll voice it out. With every concern and well shit heard about CG with zero respect given to the name, now I don't personally know you, I really don't understand how a major isn't already steering some of these issues or corrections in the right direction. Not to mention with little change, which I can be corrected on this, you didn't make it to interview. That only happens when the community who votes doesn't get above half positives. To be honest, the only real way I change this is some of the changes comes now rather then trying to build a legacy and do it as fox.

[Mystic]

-1.
There's been seemingly 0 attempt to address the issues caused by CG recently. CG is essentially Public Enemy #1 right now and nothing has been stated, addressed, or seemingly even been done. False AOS's, False Arrests, Staff is openly saying they're tired of babysitting CG doing arrests. There are several people in the battalion that can make changes but aren't. 

TL:DR You don't need Fox to fix CG. CG needs to focus on itself before finding a BCMD.

Edited March 4 by Mystic

[Chips]

3 minutes ago, Crimson said:

-1 Same reason I didn't vote last time but I'll voice it out. With every concern and well shit heard about CG with zero respect given to the name, now I don't personally know you, I really don't understand how a major isn't already steering some of these issues or corrections in the right direction. Not to mention with little change, which I can be corrected on this, you didn't make it to interview. That only happens when the community who votes doesn't get above half positives. To be honest, the only real way I change this is some of the changes comes now rather then trying to build a legacy and do it as fox.

Unfortunately as major, i'm not sure how other battalions work on this but i have had to fight for every small change that I have done already. I do not want fox as a legacy or something as a stepping stone to further things, all i have wanted is to improve CG and make it a good place or at least a respectable one. 

[Chips]

25 minutes ago, Mystic said:

-1.
There's been seemingly 0 attempt to address the issues caused by CG recently. CG is essentially Public Enemy #1 right now and nothing has been stated, addressed, or seemingly even been done. False AOS's, False Arrests, Staff is openly saying they're tired of babysitting CG doing arrests. There are several people in the battalion that can make changes but aren't. There is a competent CMD and a MAJ yet nothing is being done when there's nobody stopping you guys from fixing these issues. 

TL:DR You don't need Fox to fix CG. CG needs to focus on itself before finding a BCMD.

CG does need a fox to make meaningful change and currently HC is unwilling and/or unresponsive, I as a major cannot publicly state CG will be making changes because as a Major my word in CG holds no true weight, if HC does not want to make the change I cannot force them. This is why i am running for Fox. 
This is the list of things i have suggested and have been shot down on.

- A test to ensure that only quality individuals are able to join CG cutting down on false arrests

- A SGT exam that would ensure rule literacy to individuals becoming NCO's 

- Enlisted not being allowed to arrest outside of an AOS, due to them being new to the server and not understanding the rules properly in a lot of cases. 

I am not stating this to argue or cause drama i am just stating what my reality has been and why i am fighting so hard. 

 

Edited March 4 by Chips
spelling errors

[Soap]

+1 Love this dude

[Drip]

-1

[Chips]

3 minutes ago, Drip said:

-1

Could you please elaborate why you -1 ed and if you have any questions or concerns can I help explain them or give clarification? 

[Drip]

27 minutes ago, Chips said:

Could you please elaborate why you -1 ed and if you have any questions or concerns can I help explain them or give clarification? 

Practically the same reason as everyone else I haven't seen any sort of attempt to resolve any of CG's issues especially in RP and Batallion Relations. And Currently I dont see anyone within the Senior Officer Core of CG being capable of the BCMD position so again -1

[KillJoy]

+1 so this is my perspective but based of the info, seem CG just needs a solid Officer corp but one person with drive can do a lot of work but it is hard to do things with out the BCMD approval. But give the lad a try right worse thing is he doesn’t do anything than that will be a removal due to lack of confidence. And an intermediate CO will be in place until someone becomes BCMD 

[Reborn]

5 hours ago, Chips said:

The Officers: I will make it my goal to make sure they can lead the SNCO’s and develop them into positive and well spoken individuals. I believe CGs officer corp is more than capable of instilling the professionalism we are seeking. Officers should be the examples of those that follow the rules and inspire fellow CG troopers. Overall I want to ensure the CG officer corps is mentoring the next “bad batch” to take their place.

So a few questions in my opinion the officer core is a huge problem with CG as they haven't put in the effort that has been needed. Forms being sent to each battalion doesn't bridge the gap between CG and each battalion. This is something I don't see stated on your app and are curious about how to plan on dealing with Officers and setting a good example to the NCOs.
 

5 hours ago, Chips said:

In summary I want to go between the other battalions and find what they see from the exterior as there is only so much I can do from the inside and just closing myself off from other commanders would result in problems or bad blood when it really isn't necessary.

I don't mean to sound rude when I say this but as a MAJ you are a Senior officer and could already be doing this why does it take you to be BCMD to start this change?
 

 

5 hours ago, Chips said:

I have no qualms with removing troopers that show constant and repetitive attitude problems. If we don't hold ourselves to the same standard as everyone else if not higher than what is the point of CG.

You have High command for a reason why aren't you able to bring up these individuals to the CMDs now? Do you feel like you cant see any change if you spoke to them?

Edited March 4 by Reborn

[BOOM]

-1 You should have been able to make these changes as a Major. I believe you still need time before you're ready for BCMD if you think you need to do all this as the BCMD.  

[Chips]

15 minutes ago, Reborn said:

So a few questions in my opinion the officer core is a huge problem with CG as they haven't put in the effort that has been needed. Form being sent to each battalion doesn't bridge the gap between CG and each battalion. This is something I don't see stated on your app and are curious about how to plan on dealing with Officers and setting a good example to the NCOs.
 

I don't mean to sound rude when I say this but as a MAJ you are a Senior officer and could already be doing this why does it take you to be BCMD to start this change?
 

 

You have High command for a reason why aren't you able to bring up these individuals to the CMDs now? Do you feel like you cant see any change if you spoke to them?

I like how informative a lot of these questions are so i will go a bit into detail about each of your points. 

The first is the officer core, when it comes to setting an example to start obviously it would be discipline, then demotion and so on and so forth, but i and a few officer have been taking steps towards this already. We have the main channel open we are going to be host outreach a lot more and we pushed these suggestions through a lot of work. I know it isn't the biggest step yet but we are doing everything we can with what we can. 

Second I would like to state as a major my abilities and say in CG have been limited severely, i had gone out and talked with people on multiple occasions taking their input and putting something together  presenting it to HC, but as i had stated earlier for some other responses they have always stated "its not that bad" or "its only one group of people" i put forward plans towards fixing things and was held at a stop sign that's why I'm doing this so the officer team can be more open to each other and getting out of this we need to be sealed off mentality. 

 

Third, i have not hesitated myself to remove people who deserve it, but as stated above i cannot announce any changes CG can make due to HC being unwilling to change. 
no matter how many projects or proposals i put forth they are shot down and if i try to do anything on my own i get berated. 

Edited March 4 by Chips

[Chips]

3 minutes ago, BOOM said:

-1 You should have been able to make these changes as a Major. I believe you still need time before you're ready for BCMD if you think you need to do all this as the BCMD.  

 

1 hour ago, Chips said:

CG does need a fox to make meaningful change and currently HC is unwilling and/or unresponsive, I as a major cannot publicly state CG will be making changes because as a Major my word in CG holds no true weight, if HC does not want to make the change I cannot force them. This is why i am running for Fox. 
This is the list of things i have suggested and have been shot down on.

- A test to ensure that only quality individuals are able to join CG cutting down on false arrests

- A SGT exam that would ensure rule literacy to individuals becoming NCO's 

- Enlisted not being allowed to arrest outside of an AOS, due to them being new to the server and not understanding the rules properly in a lot of cases. 

I am not stating this to argue or cause drama i am just stating what my reality has been and why i am fighting so hard. 

 

I agree and refer you back to my previous statement. 

[blazin]

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Edited March 4 by blazin

[Mystic]

1 hour ago, Chips said:

CG does need a fox to make meaningful change and currently HC is unwilling and/or unresponsive, I as a major cannot publicly state CG will be making changes because as a Major my word in CG holds no true weight, if HC does not want to make the change I cannot force them. This is why i am running for Fox. 
This is the list of things i have suggested and have been shot down on.

- A test to ensure that only quality individuals are able to join CG cutting down on false arrests

- A SGT exam that would ensure rule literacy to individuals becoming NCO's 

- Enlisted not being allowed to arrest outside of an AOS, due to them being new to the server and not understanding the rules properly in a lot of cases. 

I am not stating this to argue or cause drama i am just stating what my reality has been and why i am fighting so hard. 

 

Thanks for the response. This is the kinda stuff i want to hear about. The denial of attempts to fix the battalion need to rise above the want to fix it in these cases. 

+1 best of luck man truly

[Banagite]

Although some of these things couldve been fixed as the current position you are in, I really don't know the inner workings of the battalion enough to make that judgement with 100% faith.  I have talked to you before and you seem like a solid dude so I will +1

[Noble]

+1

[Reborn]

+1 Detailed responses good luck

[Finn]

-1

I still don't think anyone in CG is ready to be Fox. The issues your battalion has aren't exclusively the fault of CMD+, and from what I've heard directly from CG members, it doesn't seem like the NCOs and Officers think what they're doing is at fault. You guys need a new perspective on how to run the battalion, and I don't feel you can bring that fresh perspective.

[Kurt]

I want to +1, but as I mentioned in another application, you guys, senior officer core, need to focus on the battalion than the Job of BCMD. Listen to the troopers, and other battalions, and get a concrete plan down to focus on.  You can't always hope someone is going to come up to you and say "Why was I arrested when that guy was warned" "Why is CG is such a shit state with other battalions besides being the cops of the base?" 
I don't want to see another officer or hell a battalion wipe since I've been in 2, I know, tells a lot about me. So sit down with your whole battalion and see what you guys can talk about and accomplish. And its okay to get the perspective of another battalion on how they solve issues. 

-1 is my vote for now but willing to change

 

[Chips]

3 minutes ago, Kurt said:

I want to +1, but as I mentioned in another application, you guys, senior officer core, need to focus on the battalion than the Job of BCMD. Listen to the troopers, and other battalions, and get a concrete plan down to focus on.  You can't always hope someone is going to come up to you and say "Why was I arrested when that guy was warned" "Why is CG is such a shit state with other battalions besides being the cops of the base?" 
I don't want to see another officer or hell a battalion wipe since I've been in 2, I know, tells a lot about me. So sit down with your whole battalion and see what you guys can talk about and accomplish. And its okay to get the perspective of another battalion on how they solve issues. 

-1 is my vote for now but willing to change

 

I agree entirely and sitting down with the whole battalion has been on the table a few times, along with coming up with concrete plans after going to other bats and asking their opinions, though as i have stated a bit earlier HC has been unable to budge from their position on denying our requests as officers and my own requests to enact these plans, i stand by this and will do everything to make sure that NEVER happens again under me.  

Thank you for your feedback. 

[Kurt]

After a good conversation with you in TS. Changing my vote to +1

[Law]

+1 Have been in CG for a while doing some good job Good luck man !

[Spoof]

+1 reading everything you seem to really care about the battalion hope it gets better.

[Kirk]

Kirk is here now to keep it a hunid bands fr (for real) for the homie who don’t know what FR means. I gotta say +1 for my main man chips here. There is a lot off people saying “well cg has problems and you’ve done nothing to help” but what these cool guys of synergy roleplay (am I right all synergy players are Chad) guys and gals done know is that CG HC is a mountain to get over lol. I will say in my experience in CG now for idk a while chips has always been active and always has been there to answer anyone questions when needed and been there to help enforce and be in the CG trenches with the rest of us in CG. So all this bull saying chips hasn’t done anything bc he’s a MAJ and this this and that is B to the S and it’s stanks fr (see back to first FR for definition). Chips is a great dude and has always tried to help out CG whenever he can and that’s why I think he’s the best fit. I’ve had convos with him or just been weird and listen to convos I wasn’t apart of in the GENERAL TS chat for CG and everything he has to say or do is with a purpose, with one goal in mind taking CG forward. Chips Bigs up to da man don’t let them tear u down, you have my support. 

[Moose_Wundo]

Im unsure if I agree that going for another BCMD app after having the first one declined is a good one. Having seen your previous one its clear you've learnt where you've gone wrong and taken it away got it waived and reapplied it here. Is it a little too late?

My biggest issue is everyone is seeing issues within CG that CG arent seem to noticing themselves, especially when you look into the other apps and this one, you've got the backing of CG thats great and a good sign. Its casual things and whenever brought up seem to be torn down. As you know there are 2 other apps up, one being torn apart and one being widely shown postives outside CG but within CG seem to be again showing a lot of negativity.

My questions to you as you know I like you chips before I make up my mind!

1. No one within CG seem to want an outsider but the cry for the community seems to be that CG are not where they should be, as a MAJ what have you done to prevent that?

2. Why do you feel the community is crying out for someone outside of CG to come in to help it rather then looking at someone within?

3. Why do you feel CG is currently defending there own (Which I get) Instead of actively looking at the applications to see if its a good fit?

4. I myself get along well with a lot of you, yourself, Danny, Arroyo, and a few others. I have seen the battalion relations part but there are others that feel that there is a massive gap between CG and the rest of the server not just the battalions, why do you think that is and what would you be doing to rectify that?

5. With the mountain of experience that One of the apps has, and the other who is above you. Having an App already declined what now sets you apart from the other applicants?

6. Having only been in CG with the issues that appear (Not saying they are or arent) How are you going to change/change them? All you have ever known is CG and with people crying for a fresh faced uplift how can you give that?

Edited March 4 by Moose_Wundo
Wanted to add stuff

[KANEGT]

Okaay i havent coment for so long beacuse its all fun and games until i have to deal with a lot, Right now as comander in CG  the battalion right now needs help, And i dont see any problems  of course i would prefer Within CG. I have been thinking a lot on the best possible solution. 

Chips you are very open minded and you dint give up with this it clear that you whant to help the battalion

Working with you i know that you have what it takes to guide the battalion in the new direction.

i will help in what i can

+1

[NexusRyan]

21 hours ago, Chips said:

The Officers: I will make it my goal to make sure they can lead the SNCO’s and develop them into positive and well spoken individuals. I believe CGs officer corp is more than capable of instilling the professionalism we are seeking. Officers should be the examples of those that follow the rules and inspire fellow CG troopers. Overall I want to ensure the CG officer corps is mentoring the next “bad batch” to take their place.

 

Right now I will stay neutral, but I would like to ask a few questions.

• What stops you as a MAJ from doing the things you've put in this application?

 

 

21 hours ago, Chips said:

CG attitude: The goal of everyone on the server is to have fun, but I have a firm belief that the rules are the rules and we should all be held to them as they are. If we let some people slide and others get arrested immediately it only shows an exterior of favoritism. Even if there isn’t any, I want to have a long conversation with everyone, that we are CG. We uphold the rules and if you think that makes you better than everyone else maybe you are not meant to be in CG. I have no qualms with removing troopers that show constant and repetitive attitude problems. If we don't hold ourselves to the same standard as everyone else if not higher than what is the point of CG. In summary, I will not hesitate to strike or remove anyone in CG causing severe issues either inside or outside of the battalion. 

• Once again, what stops you from doing this as MAJ? Do you believe that your high command within the battalion is what holds you back? Or do you not have the support of your Senior Office Corps?

 

21 hours ago, Chips said:

Spending time between my own battalion and others, I have seen a few issues. I want to take my time going between the other battalions seeing what their perceptions are and what I can do to fix things. I want to preface my term with listening and improving what I can. My goal would be to take my time talking between people and changing attitudes to improve things.

• For the third time, what prohibits you from doing these things as a MAJ? 
  
  However, this application is a lot better and more detailed than your previous one which has my minus one. If you can give me a detailed explanation that genuinely proves that you know how to take CG by the reigns and give it the good experience and rework that it needs/deserves, I will plus one this app. 
  
  EDIT: +1, Thank you for your answer Chips. Godspeed.

Edited March 4 by NexusRyan
Grammar changes | Question answered

[Chips]

3 minutes ago, NexusRyan said:

Right now I will stay neutral, but I would like to ask a few questions.

• What stops you as a MAJ from doing the things you've put in this application?

 

 

• Once again, what stops you from doing this as MAJ? Do you believe that your high command within the battalion is what holds you back? Or do you not have the support of your Senior Office Corps?

 

• For the third time, what prohibits you from doing these things as a MAJ? 
  
  However, this application is a lot better and more detailed than your previous one which has my minus one. If you can give me a detail explanation that genuinely proves that you know how to take CG by the reigns and give it the good experience and rework that it needs/deserves, I will plus one this app. 

Thank you for the question the simple answer is i have on multiple occasions put forward  detailed plans to improve thing and have had them denied citing "HC command thinks CG is fine" i have weeks of documents and plans set up from myself and fellow officers that as soon as i get a chance would be passed through in a a heartbeat.  
I can list a few in detail to show to you i am passionate and serious about this. 

- A SGT exam/buddy program ensuring rules literacy and cutting down on false arrests, demoting or limiting the power of individuals who don't understand or care to learn the rules of the server. 

- Thus far i have not hesitated to remove individuals in CG causing issues, but as stated right above i want an accountability system in place like this and have been pushing for it for a while with not response or help from the HC of CG,  If you ask any of the senior or junior officers in CG i have their support and they will always have mine. 

- My first day in will be a massive sit down meeting with the battalion and we have to admit we are in a bad spot, which we are i have the help and support of my fellow officers in this, after that i will outline my main plans which are already set up and ready to go i am not going to drag my feet on anything. First a general rework of the NCO core and making sure they always have a voice in CG and are not held by the wayside. Second taking a look at the pile of suggestions i have from other batts and trying each out one after another. Third as a trainee position in CG is on the table atm even without the whitelist i still want a trainee phase in which the only arrests they will be doing are proper AOS. (Due to them not having to be involved in a sit if that is the case) 

these are just the basics and if you want more information i would happily oblige and speak with you on TS about it.  

Edited March 4 by Chips

[NexusRyan]

3 hours ago, Chips said:

Thank you for the question the simple answer is i have on multiple occasions put forward  detailed plans to improve thing and have had them denied citing "HC command thinks CG is fine" i have weeks of documents and plans set up from myself and fellow officers that as soon as i get a chance would be passed through in a a heartbeat.  
I can list a few in detail to show to you i am passionate and serious about this. 

What would you do as BCMD to combat or control the restrictions made by the CMD's?

[Underpaidstaff]

+1

[Chips]

1 minute ago, NexusRyan said:

What would you do as BCMD to combat or control the restrictions made by the CMD's?

 apologies i had pressed enter to early i have given a outline to my plans as stated in the original response. 

[Brooklyn]

A couple things.

1. I don't think outsourcing to fix your problems is always the best idea. As a leader, you should be able to sit back and reflect on your battalions position. Which I don't really see happening. 

2. I like the idea for DS. 

3. I don't think you should be bcmd at this time. There seems to be a clique going on, and without it being squashed, it only goes to show that you and the rest of the officer core aren't identifying internal issues.

-1

[Chips]

21 minutes ago, Brooklyn said:

A couple things.

1. I don't think outsourcing to fix your problems is always the best idea. As a leader, you should be able to sit back and reflect on your battalions position. Which I don't really see happening. 

2. I like the idea for DS. 

3. I don't think you should be bcmd at this time. There seems to be a clique going on, and without it being squashed, it only goes to show that you and the rest of the officer core aren't identifying internal issues.

-1

 Thank you for your input, i have stated i have a few large things i would like to push out before going out and seeing what other people want, and from what i know and can say there is a large want in CG to change things and push forward new ideas. 

I under stand the idea of a clique being a subject as to what's going on with CG but i see it more as a group of people that is the majority wanting our voices to be heard and we aren't complacent with being hated anymore, no matter how this all goes i want what's best for the server and CG.

[BigIron]

+1 big dawg, good luck.

[Mojavelicious]

While CG is in a bad place, I am convinced that there are multiple CG officers that genuinely want to fix the battalion up and have good ideas to do so but are being stonewalled from doing so. You seem to be their pick for who could do the most to help the battalion so Im choosing to trust their decision. +1 from me, I hope things go well for you. And if you do get the position, I hope that you'll really put a lot of effort in to helping CG.

[Moose_Wundo]

On 3/4/2024 at 1:16 PM, Moose_Wundo said:

Im unsure if I agree that going for another BCMD app after having the first one declined is a good one. Having seen your previous one its clear you've learnt where you've gone wrong and taken it away got it waived and reapplied it here. Is it a little too late?

My biggest issue is everyone is seeing issues within CG that CG arent seem to noticing themselves, especially when you look into the other apps and this one, you've got the backing of CG thats great and a good sign. Its casual things and whenever brought up seem to be torn down. As you know there are 2 other apps up, one being torn apart and one being widely shown postives outside CG but within CG seem to be again showing a lot of negativity.

My questions to you as you know I like you chips before I make up my mind!

1. No one within CG seem to want an outsider but the cry for the community seems to be that CG are not where they should be, as a MAJ what have you done to prevent that?

2. Why do you feel the community is crying out for someone outside of CG to come in to help it rather then looking at someone within?

3. Why do you feel CG is currently defending there own (Which I get) Instead of actively looking at the applications to see if its a good fit?

4. I myself get along well with a lot of you, yourself, Danny, Arroyo, and a few others. I have seen the battalion relations part but there are others that feel that there is a massive gap between CG and the rest of the server not just the battalions, why do you think that is and what would you be doing to rectify that?

5. With the mountain of experience that One of the apps has, and the other who is above you. Having an App already declined what now sets you apart from the other applicants?

6. Having only been in CG with the issues that appear (Not saying they are or arent) How are you going to change/change them? All you have ever known is CG and with people crying for a fresh faced uplift how can you give that?

Chips has answered and changed my vote as seen below!

Edited March 5 by Moose_Wundo
Wanted to add stuff

[Chips]

5 hours ago, Moose_Wundo said:

Hi Chips, given I have seen you answer questions after I asked these I think its enough time, I do believe Ill see you as Fox one day whether thats soon or in a few months especially after talking to members within CG who speak highly of you however for now its a -1 as my questions have gone unanswered! Good luck with the rest of your app and if it gets to interview good luck!

I apologize for my lack of a response i have been in a lot of adjustment things and talks with CG members and it has been keeping me very busy so i understand your negative response to my lack of one, but i care to answer your questions anyway. 

1. I would agree that CG is in a place it shouldn't be right now and things are being done fairly across the board, I've been trying to stem these things as a major by teaching people how to properly arrest and assuring that no one in CG is being protected for no reason as i have seen some sentiment outside of CG that we might protect our own. In my case i haven't hesitated to remove someone in CG over a arrest we are supposed to uphold the rules and be and example of them and for a long time people just kept saying "the server will dislike us anyways" I think that's a terrible mindset and we should always be responding to how the rest of the server sees us and making sure our judgments are fair across the board. 

2. I would state that the reason people from the outside want someone else is the unwillingness to change, and the fact that in more and more situations false arrests were happening  and staff had to be involved which as a member of staff i know is frustrating. I have set forth a lot of my plans to fix this and i want to move forward with them the moment i have the power to do so. 

3. I wouldn't state that we are only defending our own as it seems at least from my checking that both the applications aside from mine are getting denied by CG members, i think personally kaiser would probably do a good job but reading through both our apps we want the same thing and the power to change things for the better. Like to be completely honest looking deeper we want EXACTLY the same things.  

4. I see that gap as being, when we go out and take input put it together into something we can do it gets shot down by higher ups, after a very long meeting yesterday and laying  everything out on the table i am now finally able as a Major to start enacting these things but it has taken weeks for me to get anywhere, whether it's being stuck in the past or scheduling conflicts we just weren't able to push any suggestions from you guys and our NCO's which made them feel like they weren't being listened to either, my goal is to never let that happen again. 

5. Between the other CG app and my own is i want a lot of change and will not stop until these things are fixed, my first day is sitting down with everyone with CG and explaining the situation we are in a bad spot and we need to take the time to improve everything I'd sate i could probably have most things in better order within a month or two at max if i just had the chance, on the other application being kaiser i would state that i think he has a lot of experience leading which i agree on completely, but cg members have a lot to remember from right off the bat we enforce the rules which means we need to know them. The only edge atm  i have against him is that i am already here i know exactly were the problems stem and i don't need time to figure it out when getting into office. That and in my time in CG you have probably seen from responses i have a lot of respect from my fellow CG and implementing change would be easier from someone you like or respect at least in my opinion. 

6. The main things that i have to uplift currently are as follows
- A SGT exam to improve rules literacy and ensure that judgement is given fair or at least with how the test is made it will give me faith that if you pass it i can be sure you made the right call 90% of the time.

- Enlisted being "Trainees" given SNCO's or officers as buddies to show them the ropes at all times and only allow them to follow AOS if the are on their own, i have seen a lot of cases were if someone is questioned on an arrest they freeze up like a deer in headlights and that is a BIG problem.

- it has already started for this one but a weekly meeting with the commands of other batts as in we assign officers to other bats have them go by once a week and see what thew week was like and what can be improved for the next week, at least that frequent until things have been made stable again. 

If you have any other questions or anything you would like in more detail hit me up in TS and i would gladly have a longer conversation with you. 

[Moose_Wundo]

6 hours ago, Moose_Wundo said:

Hi Chips, given I have seen you answer questions after I asked these I think its enough time, I do believe Ill see you as Fox one day whether thats soon or in a few months especially after talking to members within CG who speak highly of you however for now its a -1 as my questions have gone unanswered! Good luck with the rest of your app and if it gets to interview good luck!

 

54 minutes ago, Chips said:

I apologize for my lack of a response i have been in a lot of adjustment things and talks with CG members and it has been keeping me very busy so i understand your negative response to my lack of one, but i care to answer your questions anyway. 

1. I would agree that CG is in a place it shouldn't be right now and things are being done fairly across the board, I've been trying to stem these things as a major by teaching people how to properly arrest and assuring that no one in CG is being protected for no reason as i have seen some sentiment outside of CG that we might protect our own. In my case i haven't hesitated to remove someone in CG over a arrest we are supposed to uphold the rules and be and example of them and for a long time people just kept saying "the server will dislike us anyways" I think that's a terrible mindset and we should always be responding to how the rest of the server sees us and making sure our judgments are fair across the board. 

2. I would state that the reason people from the outside want someone else is the unwillingness to change, and the fact that in more and more situations false arrests were happening  and staff had to be involved which as a member of staff i know is frustrating. I have set forth a lot of my plans to fix this and i want to move forward with them the moment i have the power to do so. 

3. I wouldn't state that we are only defending our own as it seems at least from my checking that both the applications aside from mine are getting denied by CG members, i think personally kaiser would probably do a good job but reading through both our apps we want the same thing and the power to change things for the better. Like to be completely honest looking deeper we want EXACTLY the same things.  

4. I see that gap as being, when we go out and take input put it together into something we can do it gets shot down by higher ups, after a very long meeting yesterday and laying  everything out on the table i am now finally able as a Major to start enacting these things but it has taken weeks for me to get anywhere, whether it's being stuck in the past or scheduling conflicts we just weren't able to push any suggestions from you guys and our NCO's which made them feel like they weren't being listened to either, my goal is to never let that happen again. 

5. Between the other CG app and my own is i want a lot of change and will not stop until these things are fixed, my first day is sitting down with everyone with CG and explaining the situation we are in a bad spot and we need to take the time to improve everything I'd sate i could probably have most things in better order within a month or two at max if i just had the chance, on the other application being kaiser i would state that i think he has a lot of experience leading which i agree on completely, but cg members have a lot to remember from right off the bat we enforce the rules which means we need to know them. The only edge atm  i have against him is that i am already here i know exactly were the problems stem and i don't need time to figure it out when getting into office. That and in my time in CG you have probably seen from responses i have a lot of respect from my fellow CG and implementing change would be easier from someone you like or respect at least in my opinion. 

6. The main things that i have to uplift currently are as follows
- A SGT exam to improve rules literacy and ensure that judgement is given fair or at least with how the test is made it will give me faith that if you pass it i can be sure you made the right call 90% of the time.

- Enlisted being "Trainees" given SNCO's or officers as buddies to show them the ropes at all times and only allow them to follow AOS if the are on their own, i have seen a lot of cases were if someone is questioned on an arrest they freeze up like a deer in headlights and that is a BIG problem.

- it has already started for this one but a weekly meeting with the commands of other batts as in we assign officers to other bats have them go by once a week and see what thew week was like and what can be improved for the next week, at least that frequent until things have been made stable again. 

If you have any other questions or anything you would like in more detail hit me up in TS and i would gladly have a longer conversation with you. 

Hi Chips thank you for the explanation! Very long and detailed reply! I would like to sit down with you because Im always wanted to widen my connections! However with that I will be changing my vote to +1 and I wish you luck!

I am glad that you have said here as well that you do believe Kaiser will be a good fit as it answered a question for me that shows your willingness that if you dont get Fox to jump ship and continue to work! 

[ninjakiller86]

+1 a great guy and a great leader. he does what he can with the powers he is given.

[Gohn]

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