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Community => The Docks => Topic started by: Queso on July 05, 2014, 10:32:34 pm

Title: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 05, 2014, 10:32:34 pm
Calling all mercs for the traditional weekly skirmish!
(If you're unfamiliar with the Black Cloaks and how we operate as an independent democratic merc team click here (https://gunsoficarus.com/community/forum/index.php/topic,4379.0.html))

Open signups for all the Sunday Skirmish events will be happening in this thread. As long as one of these events is going on this thread will host any free agents, mercs, or otherwise currently unsigned players. You have till the Friday before the event to sign up, with elections happening every Saturday till 10PM EDT for the two commanders who will decide on the final rosters. If we don't get a full team of 8 players every week, oh well, we don't play. Since you can change teams week to week, if you aren't able to fly with your usual team you might be able to make it onto that week's Black Cloaks roster. It's a great way to play in events you otherwise couldn't do.


Our first Sunday Skirmish will be #10, which I assume will be happening Sunday the 13th.

EDIT: Signups pushed back slightly. See below.

I'll start...
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 13th of July
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish #10
I wish to fly or engineer
I would like to be considered for the command election.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 06, 2014, 02:08:13 am
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 13th of June
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish #10
I would like to be considered for the Sky Pirating and piloting :D
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Riggatto on July 08, 2014, 03:47:51 pm
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 13th of June
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish #10
I would like to be considered for the gunnery deck or the helm
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Hunter. on July 08, 2014, 05:14:37 pm
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 13th of June
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish #10
I would like to be considered as a pilot, commanding in the sky!
I would also like to be considered in the leadership election!
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 10, 2014, 03:28:56 pm
Actually I can push signups back to the end of Friday. We don't need to have elected leaders, just enough to say we can bring 8 on Saturday. Elections happen Saturday then until like 10PM EDT and then you find out if your are on the roster either that night or Sunday morning (assuming we even get 8 people).
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: RunningTree on July 11, 2014, 12:17:58 pm
I wish to fight for glory serving in an independent capacity as part of the Black Cloaks
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish
on Sunday the 13th of July (and all Sunday Skirmishes for the month of July)
I wish to be considered for an engineering role
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 11, 2014, 12:26:09 pm
Just need 3 more by the end of the day. Tell your friends! Tell your enemies! Tell your dog!
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: -Muse- Grimick on July 11, 2014, 11:01:31 pm
Grim Reapers will join you in Combat:

Grimick- Pilot and Gunner

Cornelius Cloudbreak- Gunner and Pilot

Ghazz- Main Engineer

Sheamzilla- Engineer
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Riggatto on July 11, 2014, 11:05:16 pm
omagawd, does this mean we have enough people?
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 11, 2014, 11:07:55 pm
It does. So far I'm the only candidate who has expressed interest. (EDIT: Woops, Hunter was interested too.) Remember you get 2 votes for separate people and you can vote for anyone who's signed up. Elections start midnight EDT. Seems we have 1 more than needed so the elected leaders pick the final roster.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 12, 2014, 12:13:59 am
And since it's now past midnight, anyone signed up can vote. I cast my ballots in favor of myself and Grimick.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Riggatto on July 12, 2014, 12:26:46 am
I vote for Queso and Goldenglade
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: -Muse- Grimick on July 12, 2014, 01:52:51 am
I'll vote for Myself and Queso
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 12, 2014, 03:20:10 am
I vote for grimick and myself
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 12, 2014, 02:25:54 pm
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 13th of June
as a chance to win honour in battle during Sunday Skirmish #10
I would like to be considered to repair those unavoidable scratches and put new grease in those engines or to cry "Ship below" and let slip the bullets of war!

(I know I am late, but who knows, you might need a reservist)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 12, 2014, 02:48:40 pm
We'll take you as an extra, but priority is going to go to anyone signed up on time.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 12, 2014, 04:56:19 pm
We'll take you as an extra, but priority is going to go to anyone signed up on time.

Oh, for sure! Thanks.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 13, 2014, 12:46:30 am
Elections now closed for Sunday Rumble #10

Leaders:
Queso with 3 votes
Grimick with 3 votes

Other players receiving votes:
Goldenglade with 2 votes

Roster will be finalized soonish. Have to talk to Grim
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 13, 2014, 03:45:13 am
leaders does that mean they're pilots?  :P
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: -Muse- Grimick on July 13, 2014, 05:42:25 am
And this weeks Black Cloak team is:

Grimick                    Queso
Goldenglade           Running Tree
Ghazz                     Riggatto
Sheamzilla              Hunter (if he is ok with not piloting) otherwise Qanouni
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 13, 2014, 10:56:40 am
Leader does not necessarily mean pilot, but it's not surprising that you'll find a lot of pilots running for leadership positions. Leaders don't have to play if they don't want to, but they are in charge of final rosters, ship selections, all the way down to player loud-outs if they want to be. They are in charge of the team for that single event and can be as strict or loose as they feel is best to lead the team to victory. I choose to split power into two people for a couple reasons. First off, that's how power has always worked in Guns of Icarus. You have multiple independent pilots, who have to come to a consensus if you want to win. Secondly, I modeled it off of the old Roman Republic method of electing two consuls. Thirdly I wanted to avoid situations where everyone only voted for themselves. Fourth, I wanted to guarantee that if the leadership for one event became unpopular, they wouldn't remain in charge simply by force of political power and the spoiler effect (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoiler_effect).
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 13, 2014, 11:00:57 am
Also, we'll be using RaidCall  (http://www.raidcall.com/index.html)to communicate outside of matches. Our group code is 9117437 which you just throw into the search bar and the group will show up.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Shinigami Mensa on July 13, 2014, 12:57:40 pm
Too late for this week obviously but I'm also willing to become a Black Cloak. Freelancers like myself have a harder time getting into competitions. Steam contact is Rogue Mensa.
IGN: Paladin  Mensa
Preference: Co-pilot
Secondary Choice: Main Engineer
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 13, 2014, 01:02:02 pm
I'll include you for signups for the next Sunday Rumble.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 16, 2014, 08:03:18 pm
Pledging myself to the black cloaks for skirmish number 11.
I would like to pilot and wish to take another shot at command.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: RunningTree on July 17, 2014, 06:35:08 pm
Pledging to the Black Cloaks for Skirmish #11 in an engineering role
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Ciashi on July 18, 2014, 05:33:08 pm
Pledging to the cloaks for skirmish 11, preferably as an engineer, second choice gunner. I can try and fly but only if you want yer ship-butts to whack mountains backwards.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 18, 2014, 08:03:59 pm
Need 4 more people signed up by midnight tonight to field a team. Tomorrow is election day till 10PM EDT.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Hunter. on July 18, 2014, 09:14:23 pm
Hey! Sorry I'm late! I'll be there!
Blah blah blah pledge, blah blah, awesomeness, blah blah, let's beat Tropo this week ^^
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Hunter. on July 18, 2014, 09:15:27 pm
Also, I can probably pull together 3 more (if needed)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 18, 2014, 10:15:24 pm
It would be much appreciated.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 19, 2014, 12:39:46 am
Unless I wake up to some signups, looks like we aren't flying a team this week. (Sneaks off to fly for Grim)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 19, 2014, 10:12:53 am
I would love to, pledging myself as an Engineer or a pilot if you are a man (or woman) short, hells, I could even "fire your guns" for you. Hope to see you lot tomorrow!
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 19, 2014, 10:15:59 am
Unless I wake up to some signups, looks like we aren't flying a team this week. (Sneaks off to fly for Grim)

Hunter said he could shanghai some able bodied (wo)men ;)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Hunter. on July 19, 2014, 10:17:21 am
Just give me how many we need and what roles and I will be able to grab some peeps =D
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 19, 2014, 11:22:27 am
We need 2 people still, and that's assuming everyone is still able to make it.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 19, 2014, 12:48:59 pm
At this point it's too late for me to get this organized this week and we are pretty far behind on signups and elections. We might get a team up next week.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 20, 2014, 12:35:36 pm
At this point it's too late for me to get this organized this week and we are pretty far behind on signups and elections. We might get a team up next week.

That is unfortunate, but I guess it can't be helped. :)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 22, 2014, 08:30:59 pm
Alright, I'm pledging for skirmish #12, although I may be extremely sore from a quidditch tournament the day before.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: RunningTree on July 23, 2014, 07:25:53 am
Pledging to Black Cloaks for Skirmish #12 on July 27th, for an engineering role
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 23, 2014, 12:21:29 pm
If you're thinking about getting some competitive play going on and really aren't sure you can grab up enough people. Try running for a slot with the black cloaks. They'll take care of you.^.^
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 24, 2014, 04:05:26 am
Pledging to the Black Cloaks for Skirmish #12 on July 27th, for an Engineering, Piloting (Both of those preferred) or Gunning role. Would be particularly awesome if we'd also be able to get some practice in ;)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Steve CZ on July 24, 2014, 06:11:02 am
Pledging to Black Cloaks for Skirmish #12 on July 27th, as a gunner or an engineer
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Cadett on July 24, 2014, 08:25:54 pm
Pledging to Black Cloaks for Skirmish #12 on July 27th as an engineer.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 24, 2014, 08:55:12 pm
Just need three more. I won't be around Saturday to run elections, but all the info on that is around. Two votes per person. Can't be for the same person. You don't have to use both votes. You can vote for yourself. We elect two commanders who can choose to not play and just lead the team if they wish.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Scott the Hullkiller on July 25, 2014, 02:04:39 pm
I wish to fight for glory as part of the Black Cloaks
on Sunday the 27th of July
as a chance to win honor in battle during Sunday Skirmish #12
I wish to fly or gunner
I would like to be considered as good gunner
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Shinigami Mensa on July 26, 2014, 11:44:17 pm
Pledge for Sunday Skirmish #12 on 27th of July

Firstly I cannot be sure I'll be available due to the fact that I'm in Australia and the skirmish is at 5am on a school morning, however I will do my best to be there.

IGN: Paladin  Mensa Steam Name: ASO Mensa
Preference is as a pilot, otherwise engineer if you already have pilots.

*Now for the other thing I wanted to talk about.
*I'm a player who purchased GoI through Steam. I use Steam on a daily basis (I have Art software and such on it) and I regularly check all notifications and such. I don't get the chance to check the GoI forums nearly as much. So I've decided to make a steam group for the Black Cloak's in hope's that it will make it easier for some players to get in contact and thus we can have enough players to compete each week.
The Group name is: "GoI Black Cloak Mercenary's" with myself (ASO Mensa) currently being the officer. I intend to give this position to one of the senior members of the Black Cloak's (Devs for example) to make it more official. I hope you can find a use for this, and that you don't think I've been stupid.
The group is set to public atm and is open to any members who come across it. Please join if you use steam, it might make things easier for the Black Cloak's Organisers.

Regards,
-Alexi

Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Qanouni on July 27, 2014, 08:44:25 am
I hope we're still on for tonight ;)
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 27, 2014, 11:18:45 am
Looks like Queso Dropped the Black cloaks this week as he'll be late :(  I'll stand in as secondary lead in his place although i'll be flying with grim in the event he can't manage to arrive for any reasons.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Goldenglade on July 27, 2014, 12:45:20 pm
that's for next week and so on
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on July 29, 2014, 11:45:34 am
Busy again next week. Feel free to try and get enough together though.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Yarr Vinny Scarr on August 05, 2014, 09:38:41 am
Would love to join in next sunday, I hope I can get on time (working till 20:00)

Pledge for Sunday Skirmish #14 on 27th of July

Count me in ;) gonna do my best
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Queso on August 05, 2014, 09:54:00 am
I should be around, but possibly really sore. I'm in.
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Yarr Vinny Scarr on August 05, 2014, 10:24:44 am
Would love to join in next sunday, I hope I can get on time (working till 20:00)

Pledge for Sunday Skirmish #14 on 27th of July

Count me in ;) gonna do my best

I ment 10th of August*
Title: Re: A call for Black Cloaks for Sunday Skirmishes!
Post by: Tanya Phenole on August 09, 2014, 11:37:02 am
My wrench is ready to fight on this sunday.

Tanya Phenole on steam.