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    scsnv - Commander Application

    Commander Whitelist Application
    Byond ID?
    Scsnv

    Player Name You Use Most?
    James-Frederick Cerwick

    Make a list of links to all of your applications and (job)ban appeals, including whitelist and staff apps, within the last year. Also, provide "Ban reason; Verdict" beside each (job)ban link
    N/A; no other applications, job-bans, and so on.

    Have you received any ban within the last month? How long was it and what for?
    N/A; no bans.

    Do you understand that any player - even donors or staff members - can have their whitelist status revoked should they break our Server Rules or Roleplay Guidelines?
    Yes

    How do you view the tool of Battlefield Execution to be used? What circumstances do you think it would be necessary to BE a member of the crew? Where do you think the Battlefield Execution Mechanic Differs from regular Execution and why?
    BEs should be used sparingly and in extremely severe situations which demand immediate action. When all other attempts to deescalate the situation (talking, MPs if available, the works) have been exhausted, and the ship/crew are in immediate danger, only then should BEs be an acceptable option.

    In a regular execution, Marine Law is practiced and the member of the crew who's going to be put to death has time to appeal (IC or OOC). A BE is a very final and irreversible decision that effectively ends the round for the player on the receiving end of one, so it should be used rarely and in the most trying of circumstances.

    How will your Commanding Officer run his/her ship? Provide a detailed explanation on how he would handle situations that might commonly occur such as, a insubordinate engineering staff, a Staff Officer who cannot do anything right, an Executive Officer wh
    My CO believes there's a sliding scale when it comes to insubordination, and that handling the situation should be done with a sliding scale in mind.

    As far as an insubordinate Engineering staff goes, the first step would be a warning and a chance to rectify the issue through communication. If that doesn't work, the next step would be to get MPs on the issue and allow them to resolve it.

    As for an incompetent/unable SO, my CO tries to act as a nurturing figure for the officers and marines under his command. If he sees a SO struggling to accomplish the task, he will try to talk him through his duties and improve the SO as an officer. If they're just being an ass or choosing not to do what they're supposed to, that's where a lecture comes in. My CO would either pull him aside or do it publicly. If it continues, a demotion might be in order (or a brigging if it's especially severe).

    Same concept applies for an XO - give them a warning, either face-to-face or over comms, and then action if it's severe enough to warrant it. Worst I can imagine is my CO charging the XO with a crime, but even that would be pretty severe. My CO places a lot of trust and respect into his marines, and more so for his officers - so a rowdy or trouble-making SO or XO wouldn't be the biggest of issues.

    You�ll notice none of the scenarios involve any sort of lethal action or force, as my CO is strongly opposed to using lethal force on his own marines. The only scenarios in which that would seem justifiable to him were if he were acting in self-defense or if the crew was in pressing danger (and lethal force is required to ensure the ship�s safety).

    What do you think is the job of a Commander?
    I�m going to answer this in two parts, from an IC perspective and an OOC perspective.

    For IC; I once read a West Point forum discussion which debated what it meant to be a "Commander". One of the conclusions reached (and one that I agree with wholeheartedly) is that a Commander is an amalgamation of a 'Leader' and a 'Manager'. A Leader is much more hands on � he concerns himself with the ins-and-outs of the operation; which squad goes where, how many HPRs to order, ensuring his men are safe, and so on. A Manager deals in big-picture issues � the concern of firing an OB on a W-Y colony (and the CL on your back as a result), the strategic and political implications of the UPP and CLF Tychon�s Rift, and so on. I feel that one of the distinctions between the Executive Officer and the Commanding Officer is the heightened emphasis on the Manager aspect for COs (and therefore the high RP standards).

    For OOC; the CO is the highest-ranking member aboard the Almayer. Unquestionably, they should have some of the highest standards for roleplay and adherence to the rules, and COs should be an example for the marines under them as a standard to look up to. Obviously HRP isn�t entirely expected of a standard marine or of an MT, but COs should nonetheless be a guiding force for the marines under them.

    As a player what do you think could be added for Commanding Officer to benefit the role?
    This isn't necessarily a CO improvement, but it'd be nice to have body cams on the armor rather than on helmets, which is a million times more convenient and practical anyhow.

    As far as CO improvements go, it'd be nice to just have some quality-of-life changes - maybe an update to the crew monitor, or some sort of iteration of the crew monitor which can make gathering specific details more convenient (such as how many marines are deployed, how many are on the Almayer, arrange them by rank/position, and so on).

    Also, it'd be cool if the ID changer allowed for changing of ranks, as well. It'd be cool to promote marines for some sort of meritorious action or create a new role/fill a vacancy.

    What do you think you could contribute by being whitelisted?
    I believe that I could enrich the experience of the marines, particularly within the CIC. As XO, I always try to play in a way such that I'm not just a SO+ or a CO-lite, and such that I contribute to the operations in a meaningful way (assuming the CO allows me to do so). I'd place a lot of emphasis on delegating responsibilities to the marines and crew under me, to expose them to different aspects of CM they might not be able to uncover otherwise. Obviously, this comes down to trusting your subordinates, and sometimes people aren't capable enough to be delegated tasks, but I don't think it's that hard to find people you trust. I already know plenty of capable marines who I'd entrust responsibilities to. I'd love to send an XO to have a discussion with the CL rather than myself, for example. I think I could inject the Almayer with a more military ethos � nothing new as far as COs go, but still a fair contribution, nonetheless.

    I also think COs are generally not as willing to lose or accept defeat in an OOC sense. Obviously, COs IC should be dedicated to completing the OP successfully, but OOC I'm not opposed to failing if it benefits the overall story/plot of the round. For example, I think mutinies aren�t ideal, but OOC they�re something new to the round that adds some flavor to the experience, even if it doesn�t benefit my CO (obviously I wouldn�t actively pursue a mutiny). It's cool to switch things up and make the rounds something special; and sometimes that doesn't always involve winning. In other words, I don't power-game and I care more about the experience than just winning - because COs aren't just "tactical geniuses".

    Choose one of the following story topics to write about
    Ensign Cerwick had just finished attaching his magnetic harness to his M39 when his Platoon Commander, Lieutenant Sukanaro, walked into the Armory and leaned against the bulkhead.

    "We've got two minutes, James."
    "Yes, sir."

    James had no love for his superior, who was far too relaxed for James' liking. And beyond that, at the core of their tension was the distinction between James' commissioning and his Lieutenant's. Sukanaro, after all, was a 'Mustang'; he made the climb from enlisted to officer. James graduated from the Naval Academy and was unquestionably the better officer - yet here his LT was, strutting about. It wasn't right. In any other scenario, Sukanaro would be working for him - probably getting James' coffee or scheduling his meetings. But this was the choice James made. He could've taken over the family business, worked in the pharmaceutical industry, and had a nice partnership with W-Y, but he decided he wanted to serve instead. Sometimes he wonders if he made the right choice.

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    This was to be his first real combat operation � the CLF had seized control of a drilling station, one of many where W-Y and the USCM derives its fuel. The CLF usurped the colonial government there and set up shop in the colony's operations center, among other buildings. The marine company stationed aboard the USS Genco was divided into two platoons - LT Sukanaro's, which was instructed to perform a frontal assault on the operations building, and the other platoon, which was assigned to the surrounding area and any auxiliary CLF fortifications. LT Sukanaro pulled him aside again after the general briefing to discuss the platoon�s plans.

    �Alright, we went over this before but I�m going to say it again. I�m going to take Echo, Foxtrot, and Golf and push the main assault. You�re sticking with Hotel, which is going to give suppressive fire. Once we get inside the building, come up on their left flank � through that reception office � and come up to the second floor, where you�ll take up overwatch and watch over the other squads from up there. Questions?�
    �Sir, I�d like to be up with the push as well.�
    �Absolutely not - out of the question. Sergeant Cargill will also be accompanying you�.

    That was the biggest slap in the face � the LT didn�t even trust him to lead a squad on his own, so he�s having the platoon sergeant babysit him. And the entire flanking procedure was entirely unnecessary; they had been given a map of the building�s layout, and it was completely useless as far as defensibility goes. When the OP is over, James thought, he was going to see to it the LT got chewed out and steamrolled over this.

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    The deployment and the OP were cookie-cutter. The platoon had been laying fire onto the operations building, and CLF resistance inside the building faltered significantly.

    �Alright,� LT Sukanaro said, �Echo, Foxtrot, Golf, move in!�
    The three squads commenced the assault on the building, and as soon as it had started it was over. After a few shots and shouts, the building went quiet. All James and Hotel had to do was wait for the others to reap the spoils.

    �Our job�s done here � Hotel, we�re going to assist the other platoon! Let�s go!� James said, not looking to be cut out of the action.
    �Sir, we�re supposed to hit the building on its flank.�
    �I know our orders, Sergeant, but the building is finished. We�re more useful elsewhere.�
    �We should still-�
    �I am the officer, and you are an enlisted man. Let�s not forget who�s in charge here, Sergeant.� James said, pointing back and forth between himself and Sergeant Cargill to emphasize the distinction.
    Fists balled and red in fury, Cargill retorted, �Well, Ensign, allow me to report to the Platoon Commander.�
    �By all means, Sergeant.� James knew he wouldn�t be coming back � he didn�t want Cargill accompanying him anyhow.
    James and Hotel squad managed to get only as far as the station�s medical bay before James hard the LT shouting into his headset, �James? Where the hell are you?! You have orders, dammit! You�re needed �� the conversation was cut short by gunfire and shouting. Mortified, James ordered the squad back to the operations building on the double, and requested support from the other platoon as well. They were already coming; apparently, the CLF created a tunnel system which stretches all the way back to the operations building.

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    James opted for the original plan of taking the flank and hitting the CLF from above. If they could find that tunnel system, perhaps they could throw a few grenades down it. When they entered the building, the place was littered with dead � of both sides. About a dozen CLF were in the reception room and were pushed back after brief contact with Hotel. James and the marines pushed their way up top, where they spotted the entry point of the tunnel in the lobby area. Around it lied tons of marine dead. James didn�t have time to dwell about it. He had Hotel�s specialist launch a few grenades into the tunnel while the other marines mopped up the remaining CLF in the lobby. By then, the other platoon had arrived in support, and the operation was effectively over.

    As marines were tending to the wounded and checking their supplies, James went down to the lobby himself to witness the slaughter. The first thing he saw the colors of Echo, Foxtrot, and Golf on the dead marine�s armor. Then he saw Sergeant Cargill, face down in a pool of blood, dead. Then he heard a pained groan. Startled, he spun around, only to see LT Sukanaro lying on his back, hand on his chest, covered in blood. It was obvious he was in rough shape � he was shockingly pale, as though the life were being sucked out of him. He couldn�t even speak, and all that came out was fitful coughing. James knelt beside him, unsure of himself and what to do. He called for a medic, but they were all preoccupied. Then, the LT took out his hand, and James grasped it, himself on the verge of tears. He hated the man, but the LT only wanted the best � and James took that for granted. But James could tell by the look in LT Sukanaro�s eyes that he was forgiven. He felt the LT�s grip start to loosen, and James held tighter still, trying to encourage him to keep fighting. A medic ran to his side and took one look at the LT before looking back at James and shaking his head. The LT watched this with a look of acceptance on his face. James had done nothing right by the LT, but here he was, treating James like a brother. And with that, James watched his brother-in-arms loosen his grip entirely, and his eyes glaze over. James closed his eyes immediately and sat there, holding the body in his arms, surrounded by dozens more dead and dying marines.

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    The ensuing trial to determine James� responsibility in the deaths was a sham. His family used their connections and wiped James� hands clean of the entire thing. �Improper intelligence�, they said. They said he wouldn�t have been able to change anything either way. And maybe they were right, but that wasn�t the point.

    Nevertheless, James assumed his duties as acting Platoon Commander and continued a steady rise through the ranks at a relatively young age. Other officers chalk it up to his family and W-Y�s influence to explain his continued rise. And maybe they were right. But James holds no love for his past life, no matter how much of an influence it may hold over him. His old ways died with LT Sukanaro � now, he is a marine, through and through. And before every OP, he remembers that look LT Sukanaro had in his eyes, to remind himself that his actions have consequences.

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    Why do you want to become a CPT?
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    Good Application, did really well in game as my XO.


    +1

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    A very good application with good answers and a good story.

    You're a very good player who can RP well even in crazy situations. That mutiny round where you were SL was a ton of fun.

    Strong +1 from me
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pedroca2lucas View Post
    Why do you want to become a CPT?
    Hi, sorry for the delay. I would say my primary reason for wanting to get the whitelist is because I think I could make the rounds a little more unique and enjoyable for everyone involved - win or lose. I know some people don't share the same mindset, but I frankly don't care who's the victor so long as I had fun doing it. And I think that I have the RP chops and the knowledge to try and switch the rounds up a little bit.

    Is my CO a perfect, tactical genius who can win every round he leads and wants to be come the savior of the USCM? Absolutely not (and neither am I, OOC). I made it a point to write my CO story with a very flawed character for that very reason; it's something different. I'd like to experiment with the meta, try out some new ideas and affect the gameplay in ways I wouldn't necessarily be able to otherwise. Hope that's a satisfying enough answer for you.
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    Ya did great, good APP and good player. +1
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    I trust everyone else's comments. Active command player and knows how to lead.

    +1 from me

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    I had a positive interaction with this player the other day, and I think they'd make a solid Commander. +1
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    Good review on performance from a council member. Decent character and a good app indeed.

    I have to say that I like the idea behind your character.

    Do us proud. +1

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    Good app and I've had a ton of positive in-game experiences with you. I think you'd be a fine Captain!

    +1

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