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Offline ASA335

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My Introduction
« on: August 11, 2006, 02:17:29 AM »
Welp, I’m a new guy here. A little about me-self:

Born and raised in a smallish town (Milwaukie) outside Portland, Oregon.

Drafted (among the last) into the Army in 1972.

First the Army made me a Watercraft Operator (landing craft) - I don’t swim and I get seasick.

I switched to Arty as a Forward Observer in 1974 - after I got “just missed” by my own units guns, I asked myself what the future looked like for an ex-FO in the civilian word; the answers didn’t look promising.

Made my final switch to what was known as the US Army Security Agency (USASA or ASA) in ’76 - loved it!

When they deactivated ASA in ’78 I remained with Military Intelligence until I retired in ’94.

Today I’m a sergeant with a Department of Public Safety (College Law Enforcement).

My hobbies are -

Firearms (Collect, shoot, and teach. I shot competition for almost twenty years, taught [coached] for about eighteen years, was a Plant Manager for Kimber Firearms, etc…)

History (especially Historical Reenactment [French and Indian Wars, Civil War, and American Mountain Man periods)

Gaming (primarily Strategy [Age of Empires, Total War, Civilization] and First Person Shooter [Rainbow 6/Raven Shield, Call of Duty, America’s Army], and have recently decided to try out Flight Sims [Microsoft CFS 1, 2, and 3; and now AH2])

Teaching ([OK, this is also one of the jobs I’ve had / I do - but I do it for free also because I like it.] Shooting [as mentioned above], Hunter Ed [specialty classes like handgun hunting, muzzleloader hunting, tracking/trailing, survival, etc…] Use of Force, Baton and OC, Field Training and Evaluation Program, etc…)

Photography (just getting back into it after twenty years away - love these new digital cameras)

I am interested in joining a squad, but I got burned while multi-playing in Americas Army online - too much whining, immaturity, cheating, and lack of teamwork or good tactics/strategy.

If there are any squads out there that would be willing to give me a try (understanding that I’m new to AH, I don’t want a repeat of my previous experience, and because of my duty position I may have some trouble being very active [but I’ll try]), I can assure them that I am a good team player, don’t take myself too seriously, level headed, eager to learn, and I can be amusing.

In Pursuit,
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Offline SFCHONDO

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« Reply #1 on: August 11, 2006, 02:51:42 AM »
Welcome to AH. What is your in game name?
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Offline ASA335

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« Reply #2 on: August 11, 2006, 03:37:50 AM »
Will probably be the same: ASA335 (I'm kinda partial to it :D )

And thanks for the welcome!

In Pursuit,
« Last Edit: August 11, 2006, 03:40:47 AM by ASA335 »
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Offline Schatzi

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« Reply #3 on: August 11, 2006, 03:49:43 AM »
Welcome ASA.


Almost to the bottom is aa Squadron Forum. Squads that recruit read/post there. I recommend you fly with the folks for a while, to see if you like each other, if your attitudes, what you want out of game and your styles fit. Dont jump at the very first invitation you get :).



Whining, Immaturity and lack of teamwork...... well, unfortunatly i cant say I *never* ran into this here. But its not regular. [size=0]*cough - now guys dont make me a liar!!*[/size] Overall this is a great community.



IF you need any help, never hesitate to ask. Also check out the training facilities :).




>S<


Schatzi
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Offline ASA335

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« Reply #4 on: August 11, 2006, 04:02:59 AM »
Thanks!

Good advice; I'll keep it in mind.

Peace,
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Offline 68Ripper

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« Reply #5 on: August 11, 2006, 06:13:43 AM »
Yeah, what Shatzi said. definately don't jump into the first squad you come across. Make some friends and fly with them a while before making a commitment.

Welcome aboard! I'm sure you'll find this is the best sim out there. And if you hear any whiners out there then use the .squelch command ! best feature in the game.
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Offline Oldman731

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« Reply #6 on: August 11, 2006, 08:10:35 AM »
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was a Plant Manager for Kimber Firearms

We must talk.

Welcome, as one geezer to another.  You'll love this place.  Just remember that the learning curve is STEEP.  Like any other artist, you must initially survive your mandatory period of suffering.

Stop into the Axis v Allies arena sometime.  Usually its best moments are between 9-11 p.m. Eastern Time.  Fewer people, but at least you don't have P-51s fighting Corsairs!

- oldman
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Offline Bronk

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« Reply #7 on: August 11, 2006, 08:43:42 AM »
ASA335,

As Schatzi said... Do not jump into the first squad you find. Find a squad that fits your style of play. By this I mean some squads are historic and you fly only those that were flown during the war. These squads are usually very structured with CO on down.
Then you have the complete opposite fly what you like where you like. With the co more or less a figurehead so they can call it a squad.
Fly with a squad for a few day and see if it fits.

Also fly for all sides before you decide on anything.


Good luck with the new addiction.


Bronk
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Offline Dichotomy

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« Reply #8 on: August 11, 2006, 08:52:35 AM »
Welcome to AH

I've only been here a little over a month and it's my opinion that this is one of the finest communities anywhere.  My experience thus far has been overwhelmingly positive.

As many have said don't jump in to the first squad that invites you.  Look around, look at their pages and forums, and see if you can find one that fits your desires and personality.

I was invited and joind the 332nd Flying Mongrels and I am having a blast.

You can check us out at http://332nd.org/site/index.php  

Also if you haven't already I strongly recommend to anybody new to read up at netaces.org.  That place is my bible.

again welcome aboard and if I can be of any assistance to you feel free to pm me with a question or two.  If I don't know I know where to go look or the right people to ask.

oh and listen to schatzi.. that lady knows her business
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Offline BugsBunny

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« Reply #9 on: August 11, 2006, 09:40:28 AM »
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Originally posted by Schatzi
Welcome ASA.

IF you need any help, never hesitate to ask.

Schatzi


Please don't take any advice from people flying the Hurri I.  If they knew what they were doing, they would not be flying it :D
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Offline bcee

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« Reply #10 on: August 11, 2006, 09:43:01 AM »
Oldman`s a geezer...??.....:rolleyes:
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Offline porkfrog

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« Reply #11 on: August 11, 2006, 10:01:35 AM »
Learn to use the .squelch command. It will save your ears from bleeding I assure you =)


Welcome aboard <>


-JoLLY
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Offline thndregg

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« Reply #12 on: August 11, 2006, 10:38:44 AM »
Welcome aboard.
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Offline Schatzi

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« Reply #13 on: August 11, 2006, 10:51:58 AM »
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Originally posted by BugsBunny
Please don't take any advice from people flying the Hurri I.  If they knew what they were doing, they would not be flying it :D


I *know* what im doing, flying the best fighter in game.... :D


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Offline Casper1

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« Reply #14 on: August 11, 2006, 10:53:05 AM »
QHat squads did you play with in America's Army?  I moonlight with the [160th_SOAR] there when AH gets on my nerves :P.

Ive been playign AA since its release v1.0.  Played with [82nd], [79th], [78th].  Now with a good group of mature players in the 160thSOAR.

Welcome to AH - it whoops AA!
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