Originally posted by Duedel
Taking a cv from one person is one thing that surely can be discussed.
Insulting someone like u did Bodhi is only embarrassing and shows the lag of maturity.
Clearly, there are better ways to deal with people than simply taking their CV without adequate explanation.
I would rather see the more experienced players oversee the TG, but not interfere with anything beyond advice, unless an emergency should arise where instant action is required, such as a low formation of bombers closing in and the TG commander does not respond to warnings that a hard turn is required because he is busy or lost vox, or for whatever reason, does not get the message. Simply grabbing the TG because you feel it can be better used is insufficient reason. If it's not being unduly endangered, or immediately threatened and/or at imminent risk, let them use it as they wish. Offer advice, teach them how to manage the TG, but just don't take it without adequate explanation. Start a dialog with them on the private channel. Talk, explain, help them, but don't berate them or treat them like they're idiots. They may not understand the strat considerations. Sure, they may not care if they lose the CV. In that case, exercise your rank. But, give them the courtesy of a discussion before you do anything. Oh yeah, don't be afraid to allow people to learn from their mistakes. This IS a game after all, no one really dies.
The goal is to get everyone experienced at managing the TGs. This way, there will be no need to hover over them, or take it away.
Just remember this, as the TG commander you have some responsibility to your fellow countrymen. Do not waste their asset selfishly. You can ruin other people's fun by being reckless with the CV just as you can ruin it by taking the CV away from someone or a group. This sword cuts both ways.
Finally, no one has the market cornered on brains. There are times when even the best strategic and tactical thinkers will be thwarted by circumstances or just plain bad luck. I've said it before, TGs are teams assets. They belong to the team. Remember that when you consider taking a CV from someone else. You may have valid Strat reasons for this, but consider the negative effect it will have on other teammates as well. There's nothing more annoying than being arbitrary. It's bad form to abuse one's rank, and it's easy to get so wrapped up in circumstances that one can lose their perspective. It's happened to me several times. It's a game and when you get frustrated, repeat that over and over till it sinks in.
All the strategic and tactical wisdom in the world gains you nothing without demonstrating respect and consideration for your teammates. Cooperation requires mutual respect and consideration. It also says a lot about you as a person.
My regards,
Widewing
