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<div>{{Tactical Manual}}<br />
== Introduction == <br />
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The ability to play missions from the EH Mission Compendium is the most basic and important function of each TIE Corps pilot. With the introduction of the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL), the entire process became as easy as one click of the mouse. All flying platforms use basically the same method, with a few differences.<br />
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Custom battles or missions are downloaded from the Mission Compendium in [[.EHM|.ehm]] format. This is a custom file format designed and created by the Science Office for use with the EHBL.<br />
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== Using the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ==<br />
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=== How to install the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ===<br />
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To get started, you will need to download and install the EHBL.<br />
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* Download EHBL installer from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center]. Launch the downloaded executable to install the EHBL application.<br />
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[[File:EHBLmenu.jpg|border|350px]] <br />
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* Open EHBL and select '''File > Directories''' to verify that the correct location is listed for each of your supported Star Wars games. EHBL tries to detect the location of your installed games from information set when you originally installed the game. If you have moved or copied the game(s) since installing them, or have multiple copies of the games, you can use the '''Browse''' button to tell EHBL where your game directories are.<br />
** When using the GOG versions of the games (recommended), they are typically located within 'C:\GOG Games\' by default.<br />
** When using the Steam versions of the games, they are typically located within 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\' by default.<br />
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[[File:EHBLDir.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
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=== Loading custom battles/missions using the EH Battle Launcher ===<br />
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Battles/missions downloaded from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] in [[.EHM|.ehm]] format are for use with the EHBL.<br />
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[[File:EHMDown.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
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* Download your battle of choice from the Battle Center.<br />
* Launch EHBL.<br />
** It is recommended to run EHBL with administrative privileges by right clicking the icon and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Although EHBL makes no changes to your system outside of installing your battle files, EHBL writes files to its own installation directory (typically 'C:\Program Files\Darkhill Unlimited\EH Battle Launcher') as well as your game directory which may both be protected locations in modern versions of Windows. (Knowledgeable users can mitigate this by installing both EHBL and the games to non-protected locations in which case EHBL requires no special permissions to function.)<br />
** After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to review it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed.<br />
* Select '''File > Load Battle'''. Select the .ehm file you downloaded and click '''Open'''. EHBL installs the battle for the respective game.<br />
* You can launch the game by clicking its title button in EHBL.<br />
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=== Additional EHBL options ===<br />
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* For X-wing Alliance (XWA), EHBL can create and select your pilot file for you. Select '''Game > XWA Options > Pilot Options'''. From the resulting screen you can select '''New Pilot''' to create the pilot; be sure to select 'Prepare for EH Battle'.<br />
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* When installing the EHBL, [[.EHM|.ehm]] files are associated with the EHBL application enabling you to install them simply by double clicking the .ehm file. (This is subject to the limitations described above concerning protected directories and administrative permissions. If this method does not work for you, use the menu in EHBL to load your battle.)<br />
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===Special considerations===<br />
====TIE Fighter====<br />
Rebel fighters and transports are not provided in the [[EHSP]] or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > TIE Options''' menu. Note that you can only have one option enabled at a time.<br />
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====X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter/Balance of Power====<br />
Transports are not provided in the EHSP or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > XvT Options''' menu.<br />
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====X-Wing Alliance====<br />
X-wing Alliance requires you to use the EHBL to create a pilot to fly the battle or mission with. To create a pilot, choose '''Game > XWA Options''' from the menu, and click on the '''New Pilot''' button to create a pilot. Make sure to check the box for 'Prepare for EH Battle'. Click OK, and select the pilot before starting the game.<br />
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====ZIP files====<br />
ZIP files are available for pilots who cannot or prefer not to use the EHBL. Refer to the [[TIE Corps Zip Installation Guide]] for information.<br />
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===Other gaming platforms===<br />
Installation of custom missions for the other gaming platforms in the Compendium (X-wing, Empire at War, Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds, Jedi Academy) are provided in the archive you download. At some point this document will also have installation instructions for those games.<br />
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====X-Wing====<br />
X-wing is an inconsistent platform and you need to pay attention to any instructions in the README file. The majority of battles are set up to replace the X-Wing historical missions, but some use Tour of Duty 1.<br />
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After completing a battle, completion can be credited in one of two ways:<br />
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#Submit the pilot file. This is the only valid method for high scores.<br />
#Submit a screenshot of the post-mission success screen (one for each mission in the battle)<br />
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'''Important:''' There are a variety of reasons that X-Wing will not save scores in a pilot file. In these cases, screenshots are the only way to submit. These reasons include:<br />
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*Pilots using invul and/or unlimited weapons<br />
*Mission using a patch<br />
*Mission using the imperial team for the player<br />
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n.b. For technical reasons, all X-Wing submissions have to be manually approved by the Tactical Officer.<br />
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==Additional information==<br />
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Note that the installation procedure will overwrite the game's original battle files. However, restoring those is easily done by copying the original file from the game CD. The battle files involved are:<br />
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*'''TIE Fighter:''' BATTLE1.LFD in the /RESOURCE/ directory (sometimes also BATTLE2.LFD, etc)<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' MISSION.LST in the /MISSIONS/ directory<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL, see below.<br />
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After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to read it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed. The README.TXT does not always tell you if patches are needed. Installing patches is done via the Super XP Installer that can be downloaded from the Science Office website.<br />
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After completing a battle, the pilot file can be submitted in a Battle Submission Form on the TIE Corps website. This is different for each platform:<br />
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*'''TIE Fighter:''' .tfr file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' .plt file in the root directory (NOT the .pl2 file in the BalanceOfPower directory).<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL; see earlier [[#X-Wing|X-Wing]] section.<br />
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<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
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Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. Competitions may take place across a nearly unlimited variety of activities, including gaming, trivia, puzzles, or creative works (graphics/fiction).<br />
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Competitions can be recommended/submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
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If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
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=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
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Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
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* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
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While running a good competition can take some time and energy, it is a great way to create a fun atmosphere within the organization and provides additional opportunities for the competition runner to be recognized for their contributions.<br />
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=== Common Errors ===<br />
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* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact the clarity of the competition listing.<br />
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=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric (e.g., Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs) then it would likely be approved. If in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]] for guidance.<br />
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When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
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* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-CR to the runner-up.<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
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=== Examples ===<br />
==== Poor quality submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-bad1.PNG]]<br />
* Competition description contains irrelevant information (<cite>"I think it would be a great idea if..."</cite>).<br />
* Competition description doesn't contain enough information to participate. For example, does the pilot have to submit their score somewhere?<br />
* As a general rule, 'blanket' or 'placeholder' competitions where the actual activity to be performed (in this case, which battle will be flown) is unknown are not preferred except in special circumstances.<br />
* Grammar impacts clarity of the description.<br />
* Awards are listed in the description section (which is unnecessarily duplicative) and also does not match those listed in the awards section. If the IS-GW is being proposed, it is not supported by the TIE Corps policies for awarding the IS-GW in a squadron-level competition.<br />
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==== Good submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-good1.PNG]]<br />
* The competition is creative and not a rehash of other common competitions.<br />
* The competition description is robust and provides specific details to the member on how to participate and submit their results.<br />
* The competition description uses paragraphs for clarity.<br />
* The awards are in accordance with TIE Corps policies for the [[Iron Star]] and [[Operational Readiness Award]].<br />
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== Ranks ==<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
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== Manuals ==<br />
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<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
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'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Tactical Manual]]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
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</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
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</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
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== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
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Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
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<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
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<div>{{Tactical Manual}}<br />
== Introduction == <br />
<br />
The ability to play missions from the EH Mission Compendium is the most basic and important function of each TIE Corps pilot. With the introduction of the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL), the entire process became as easy as one click of the mouse. All flying platforms use basically the same method, with a few differences.<br />
<br />
Custom battles or missions are downloaded from the Mission Compendium in [[.EHM|.ehm]] format. This is a custom file format designed and created by the Science Office for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
== Using the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ==<br />
<br />
=== How to install the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ===<br />
<br />
To get started, you will need to download and install the EHBL.<br />
<br />
* Download EHBL installer from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center]. Launch the downloaded executable to install the EHBL application.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLmenu.jpg|border|350px]] <br />
<br />
* Open EHBL and select '''File > Directories''' to verify that the correct location is listed for each of your supported Star Wars games. EHBL tries to detect the location of your installed games from information set when you originally installed the game. If you have moved or copied the game(s) since installing them, or have multiple copies of the games, you can use the '''Browse''' button to tell EHBL where your game directories are.<br />
** When using the GOG versions of the games (recommended), they are typically located within 'C:\GOG Games\' by default.<br />
** When using the Steam versions of the games, they are typically located within 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\' by default.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLDir.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
=== Loading custom battles/missions using the EH Battle Launcher ===<br />
<br />
Battles/missions downloaded from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] in [[.EHM|.ehm]] format are for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHMDown.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
* Download your battle of choice from the Battle Center.<br />
* Launch EHBL.<br />
** It is recommended to run EHBL with administrative privileges by right clicking the icon and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Although EHBL makes no changes to your system outside of installing your battle files, EHBL writes files to its own installation directory (typically 'C:\Program Files\Darkhill Unlimited\EH Battle Launcher') as well as your game directory which may both be protected locations in modern versions of Windows. (Knowledgeable users can mitigate this by installing both EHBL and the games to non-protected locations in which case EHBL requires no special permissions to function.)<br />
** After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to review it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed.<br />
* Select '''File > Load Battle'''. Select the .ehm file you downloaded and click '''Open'''. EHBL installs the battle for the respective game.<br />
* You can launch the game by clicking its title button in EHBL.<br />
<br />
=== Additional EHBL options ===<br />
<br />
* For X-wing Alliance (XWA), EHBL can create and select your pilot file for you. Select '''Game > XWA Options > Pilot Options'''. From the resulting screen you can select '''New Pilot''' to create the pilot; be sure to select 'Prepare for EH Battle'.<br />
<br />
* When installing the EHBL, [[.EHM|.ehm]] files are associated with the EHBL application enabling you to install them simply by double clicking the .ehm file. (This is subject to the limitations described above concerning protected directories and administrative permissions. If this method does not work for you, use the menu in EHBL to load your battle.)<br />
<br />
===Special considerations===<br />
====TIE Fighter====<br />
Rebel fighters and transports are not provided in the [[EHSP]] or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > TIE Options''' menu. Note that you can only have one option enabled at a time.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter/Balance of Power====<br />
Transports are not provided in the EHSP or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > XvT Options''' menu.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing Alliance====<br />
X-wing Alliance requires you to use the EHBL to create a pilot to fly the battle or mission with. To create a pilot, choose '''Game > XWA Options''' from the menu, and click on the '''New Pilot''' button to create a pilot. Make sure to check the box for 'Prepare for EH Battle'. Click OK, and select the pilot before starting the game.<br />
<br />
====ZIP files====<br />
ZIP files are available for pilots who cannot or prefer not to use the EHBL. Refer to the [[TIE Corps Zip Installation Guide]] for information.<br />
<br />
===Other gaming platforms===<br />
Installation of custom missions for the other gaming platforms in the Compendium (X-wing, Empire at War, Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds, Jedi Academy) are provided in the archive you download. At some point this document will also have installation instructions for those games.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing====<br />
X-wing is an inconsistent platform and you need to pay attention to any instructions in the README file. The majority of battles are set up to replace the X-Wing historical missions, but some use Tour of Duty 1.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, completion can be credited in one of two ways:<br />
<br />
#Submit the pilot file. This is the only valid method for high scores.<br />
#Submit a screenshot of the post-mission success screen (one for each mission in the battle)<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' There are a variety of reasons that X-Wing will not save scores in a pilot file. In these cases, screenshots are the only way to submit. These reasons include:<br />
<br />
*Pilots using invul and/or unlimited weapons<br />
*Mission using a patch<br />
*Mission using the imperial team for the player<br />
<br />
n.b. For technical reasons, all X-Wing submissions have to be manually approved by the Tactical Officer.<br />
<br />
==Additional information==<br />
<br />
Note that the installation procedure will overwrite the game's original battle files. However, restoring those is easily done by copying the original file from the game CD. The battle files involved are:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' BATTLE1.LFD in the /RESOURCE/ directory (sometimes also BATTLE2.LFD, etc)<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' MISSION.LST in the /MISSIONS/ directory<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL, see below.<br />
<br />
After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to read it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed. The README.TXT does not always tell you if patches are needed. Installing patches is done via the Super XP Installer that can be downloaded from the Science Office website.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, the pilot file can be submitted in a Battle Submission Form on the TIE Corps website. This is different for each platform:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' .tfr file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' .plt file in the root directory (NOT the .pl2 file in the BalanceOfPower directory).<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
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<div>==Overview==<br />
<br />
This article is to give specific troubleshooting tips for the TC's games. Currently it's focused on the older flight sim games, specifically TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs TIE Fighter, and X-Wing Alliance. It may be expanded to other TC games in the future. '''NOTE:''' This article assumes that you have read the [[TIE_Corps_New_Member_Guide#Custom_Missions|TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'s section on Custom Missions and that you're looking for specific troubleshooting tips for the games.<br />
<br />
==Applicable to XW, TIE, XvT, and XWA==<br />
<br />
===Game Directories===<br />
<br />
Many of the instructions below reference your game directory. The typical directory paths for your games are as follows:<br />
<br />
Steam<br />
<br />
TIE DOS - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS Tie Fighter\classic<br />
TIE 1995/Collector's CD - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS Tie Fighter\collectors_cd<br />
TIE 1998/Remastered - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS Tie Fighter\remastered<br />
XvT - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter<br />
XvT BoP - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter\BalanceOfPower<br />
XWA - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Star Wars X-Wing Alliance<br />
XW - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\STAR WARS X-Wing<br />
<br />
GOG<br />
<br />
TIE DOS - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - TIE Fighter (1994)<br />
TIE 1995/Collector's CD - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - TIE Fighter (1998)<br />
TIE 1998/Remastered - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - TIE Fighter CD (1995)<br />
XvT - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - XvT<br />
XvT BoP - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - XvT\BalanceOfPower<br />
XWA - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - X-Wing Alliance<br />
XW - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - X-Wing (haven't personally confirmed this one)<br />
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===Replace DDraw file===<br />
<br />
[[image:Ddraw-comparison.png|thumb|TIE Fighter with and without updated ddraw.dll. View at full size and inspect the differences on the cargo container.]]<br />
<br />
The flight sims were created a long time ago <s>in a galaxy far, far away</s> and struggle to use newer versions of Direct3D. By replacing these files, you tend to fix a lot of weird issues that the games have. You can install these files using the instructions below:<br />
<br />
#Click the appropriate link below (see the notes next to the links):<br />
#*https://github.com/rdoeffinger/xwa_ddraw_d3d11 (for TIE, XvT, and XWA, also has additional control options like the ability to use just mouse/keyboard)<br />
#*https://github.com/JeremyAnsel/xwa_ddraw_d3d11 (XWA only. More recently updated, doesn't have additional control options)<br />
#Click the '''Releases''' button on the right side of the page. Download the .zip file of the newest version released.<br />
#Extract the ddraw.cfg, ddraw.dll, and nopowervr.txt to your [[Troubleshooting:_Games#Game_Directories|game directory]] and allow them to overwrite any existing files.<br />
#You need to repeat this process for every game that you are using, including any different versions you're playing. TIE has three different directories: TIE95, Collector's CD, and Remastered (1998). XvT has two different directions: one for XvT and one for BoP. You would need to repeat these instructions in each, individual [[Troubleshooting:_Games#Game_Directories|game directory]] for this to take effect.<br />
<br />
'''NOTE:''' The ddraw.cfg can be opened in a text editor and has multiple options/enhancements that you may find useful. Please read the documentation on the Github page(s) for more information.<br />
<br />
==TIE Fighter==<br />
<br />
===Random crashes related to music ===<br />
<br />
Some members have experienced random crashes in some editions of TIE Fighter that seem to be related to in-game music. If you are experiencing crashes, disabling the music may resolve them. Once you have the game open, hit Esc and turn the Music volume to 0.<br />
<br />
==X-Wing vs TIE Fighter==<br />
<br />
===Crash after mission victory===<br />
<br />
Missions might crash immediately after you complete a mission and the voice over says "Primary Mission Objectives Complete". This is caused by a bug when playing the mission victory music. To resolve it, disable the in-game music by navigating to the [[Troubleshooting:_Games#Game_Directories|game's directory]] and opening the Config.cfg file in a text editor like Notepad. Change the value for <code>music</code> and <code>datapad_music</code> to 0, then save your changes.<br />
<br />
[[File:XvT Disable Music.png]]<br />
<br />
==X-Wing Alliance==<br />
<br />
===Patches Fail to Install===<br />
<br />
The ship patches for XWA do not use the EHSP and, instead, install via .bat file. There are a couple of different issues that can occur. <br />
<br />
====Incorrect Directory==== <br />
<br />
If you experience the error below when trying to install the patch, this likely means that your patch is in the wrong location. The patches must exist in a specific folder in your [[Troubleshooting:_Games#Game_Directories|game directory]] to work properly.<br />
<br />
[[File:XWA Patch Error.PNG]]<br />
<br />
The patches must exist inside the EHPatch folder inside of your [[Troubleshooting:_Games#Game_Directories|game directory]]. The typical paths used on modern operating systems are listed below:<br />
<br />
Steam - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Star Wars X-Wing Alliance\EHPatch<br />
GOG - C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Star Wars - X-Wing Alliance\EHPatch<br />
<br />
====Modify Ship Patch====<br />
<br />
Older versions of the patch files had a problem on modern versions of Windows where the Command Prompt window flashed for a second and disappeared without any text showing. If you experience this problem, please ensure that you are using the most recent version of the patch from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/patcharchive.php Patch Archive].<br />
<br />
====XWAU/TFTC Custom Mission Too Dark====<br />
<br />
In case you are playing any custom missions with [[XWAU]] or [[TFTC]] installed, it might occur that you can see only very little. Some custom missions have set the RGB backdrop brightness level either to very low values (even 0) or erroneously used this field as descriptor field.<br />
<br />
[[File:Xwau_custom_mission_backdrop_lighting.png]]<br />
<br />
In the example above (screenshot from [https://github.com/MikeG621/YOGEME YOGEME]) the backdrop lighting value for red (R) is set 50% (0.5), green (g) is 0% (0.0) and blue is 100% (1.0). If this field is set to very low values (e.g. 0.0 0.0 0.0) or even erroneously is used as a descriptor (e.g. "Fancy Galaxy Backdrop") you can change these values to higher values and you will be able to see.<br />
<br />
==X-Wing==<br />
<br />
Nothing to report currently.<br />
<br />
==EH Battle Launcher (EHBL)==<br />
<br />
===Fails to install battle/file permission issues===<br />
<br />
It is recommended to run EHBL with administrative privileges by right clicking the icon and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Although EHBL makes no changes to your system outside of installing your battle files, EHBL writes files to its own installation directory (typically 'C:\Program Files\Darkhill Unlimited\EH Battle Launcher') as well as your game directory which may both be protected locations in modern versions of Windows. (Knowledgeable users can mitigate this by installing both EHBL and the games to non-protected locations in which case EHBL requires no special permissions to function.)<br />
<br />
Refer to [[Tactical Manual: Playing custom battles and missions]] for complete EHBL information.<br />
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<div>== First Steps ==<br />
<br />
=== Games we play ===<br />
<br />
Listed in [[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Games]]<br />
<br />
=== How to join ===<br />
<br />
Go to [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/recruitment.php https://tc.emperorshammer.org/recruitment.php] and fill out the form. It will ask for a valid email as well as some basic Information such as the username you wish to use. We do not allow names based on existing Star Wars characters. If someone recruited you, please select their name from the list so that we can give them credit.<br />
<br />
=== What to do once you get your welcome letter ===<br />
<br />
You will get an automated letter from the database and then later an email from the TIE Corps Commander (TCCOM) directly. The TCCOM's email will ask you a few questions about the website to make sure you're able to navigate the site. After answering those correctly, you'll be assigned to a squadron.<br />
<br />
=== How to get promoted from Sub-Lieutenant to Lieutenant ===<br />
<br />
To be promoted from Sub-Lieutenant (SL) to Lieutenant (LT) all you need to do is to complete one activity. This can be to complete a custom mission from the Battle Center, earn one victory in multiplayer, take a course from the Imperial University, earn a medal, write a piece of fiction, create a graphic, or complete your Imperial Navy Pilot Record (INPR) for your database profile.<br />
<br />
=== What is expected of you ===<br />
<br />
At a minimum, we'd like you to make sure you're in contact with your Squadron Commander (CMDR) at least once a month after you've been assigned to a squadron. If you fall out of contact, eventually you'll be declared AWOL and removed from your squadron assignment, then it's up to you to contact the TCCOM when you're ready to come back to active duty.<br />
<br />
== Communications ==<br />
<br />
=== How to access Discord ===<br />
<br />
Discord is the TIE Corps' primary chat/voice platform. Access [https://ehtc.chat/ https://ehtc.chat/] or [https://discord.gg/tiecorps https://discord.gg/tiecorps] to request membership.<br />
<br />
=== How to access the Steam Group ===<br />
<br />
Request to join on [https://steamcommunity.com/groups/emperorshammer https://steamcommunity.com/groups/emperorshammer]. (There's a second Steam Group with a very similar name that, sadly, we've lost the ability to manage.)<br />
<br />
=== How to access the Mailing List ===<br />
<br />
The Mailing List is located at [https://groups.google.com/g/tiecorps https://groups.google.com/g/tiecorps].<br />
<br />
== Your Profile ==<br />
<br />
=== How to access the administration options ===<br />
<br />
When you log in to the TIE Corps website on [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php], you'll be presented with a list of options:<br />
<br />
[[File:Admin.jpg|border|300px|https://tc.emperorshammer.org/admin.php]]<br />
<br />
=== How to adjust your account profile (Data, Games Owned, Notification Preferences) ===<br />
<br />
Choose "Edit profile and preferences" from the menu. Besides contact information and other data you can choose your personal ship to display. It can be any from the list as it does not have to be the one your flight is assigned.<br />
<br />
[[File:Profile.jpg|border|400px|https://tc.emperorshammer.org/editaccount.php?tab=profile]]<br />
<br />
In addition you can select what games you own, and enter your in-game player name.<br />
<br />
[[File:Games.jpg|border|400px|https://tc.emperorshammer.org/editaccount.php?tab=games]]<br />
<br />
The site provides a flexible system for selecting which types of notifications you receive by email, either immediately or in a single daily digest format.<br />
<br />
[[File:Notifications.JPG|border|400px|https://tc.emperorshammer.org/editaccount.php?tab=notifications]]<br />
<br />
=== How to adjust your INPR ===<br />
<br />
Your '''Imperial Navy Personnel Record (INPR)''' is your personal character biography. There are no specific regulations about the content of the INPR, other than avoiding inappropriate language we wouldn't accept in the communication channels.<br />
<br />
The INPR is about the character you're playing in the Emperor's Hammer, not the real you. (For example, don't list your actual birth date in the date of birth area).<br />
<br />
[[File:INPR.jpg|border|400px|https://tc.emperorshammer.org/editINPR.php]]<br />
<br />
=== How to generate your uniform(s) ===<br />
<br />
Members of the Emperor's Hammer can display their rank, position and unit of assignment, medals, and other recognitions on standardized dress, duty, and flight [[TIE_Corps_Uniform|uniforms]]. For instructions in generating your uniform and uploading it to the web site, please see [[TIECorps Tailoring Tool 3]].<br />
<br />
== Custom Missions ==<br />
<br />
The ability to play custom battles and missions from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] is the most basic and important function of each single-player TIE Corps pilot. The EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) provides a single launcher to play Emperor's Hammer missions in TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, Balance of Power, or X-Wing Alliance.<br />
<br />
=== How to install the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ===<br />
<br />
For more detailed information, please see [[Tactical Manual: Playing custom battles and missions]].<br />
<br />
First, download EHBL from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] and install it. Open EHBL and go to '''File > Directories'''. Use the '''Browse''' buttons to tell EHBL where your game directories are.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLmenu.jpg|border|300px]] [[File:EHBLDir.jpg|border|300px]]<br />
<br />
After that, you can download the [[.EHM|.ehm]] file for whichever free mission or battle you'd like to fly. In EHBL, select '''File > Load Battle'''. Select the .ehm file you downloaded and click '''Open'''. EHBL installs the battle for the respective game. You can open the game right from EHBL by clicking its button.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHMDown.jpg|border|400px]]<br />
<br />
Alternatively, if you'd rather not use EHBL see [[TIE Corps Zip Installation Guide]] for manual instructions on copying and updating files.<br />
<br />
=== How to install the EH Ship Patcher (EHSP) ===<br />
<br />
Some EH missions and battles were designed to use patches that add new craft or allow the player to fly Rebel ships or transports.<br />
<br />
[[File:NeedPtch.jpg|border|400px]]<br />
<br />
First, download the EHSP from [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/patcharchive.php https://tc.emperorshammer.org/patcharchive.php] and install it. The ship patches are also listed on that page. When you find the patch you need to fly a mission or battle that requires it, download the EHF file. Similar to the EHBL instructions above, use the '''File > Preferences''' dialogue to tell EHSP which folder you'll download or move your patch files to.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHSPDir.jpg|border|300px]]<br />
<br />
After you've downloaded a patch, EHSP will show it in one of the tabs in the main window. Double-click a listed patch to install or uninstall it.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHSPMain.jpg|border|300px]]<br />
<br />
=== How to fly a custom mission for TIE Fighter and X-Wing versus TIE Fighter ===<br />
<br />
A battle is a collection of individual missions, a free mission is a standalone mission.<br />
<br />
For each new battle or free mission you fly, you'll need to create a new pilot file. The naming scheme you use isn't really important, but what you might want to do is include the battle or mission's description in the pilot file's name so that it's easy to recognize later. If you fly TIE-TC 16, I'd make my pilot file PlifTIETC16.<br />
<br />
Particular to X-Wing versus TIE Fighter (XvT) battles and missions are the need to switch to the Imperial faction and find the installed battle or mission in the '''Fly Solo > Exercise''' section.<br />
<br />
For TIE and XvT, you can launch the game from the main EHBL window.<br />
<br />
=== How to fly a custom mission for X-Wing Alliance ===<br />
<br />
For X-Wing Alliance (XWA), you'll want to use EHBL to create a new pilot file that can be set up to be ready to fly an EH battle because creating a new pilot isn't enough on its own.<br />
<br />
From the main EHBL window, choose '''Game > XWA Options > Pilot Options'''.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLXWA1.jpg|border|300px]]<br />
<br />
On the Select Pilot window, click New Pilot.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLXWA2.jpg|border|200px]]<br />
<br />
Enter the name for your new pilot file and put a check in "Prepare for EH Battle". Back on the Select Pilot window, highlight the name of the new pilot you created and click OK. When you run XWA by clicking its button in the main EHBL window, XWA will use the pilot you selected.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLXWA3.jpg|border|300px]]<br />
<br />
=== How to submit a pilot file to earn credit for flying a battle or free mission ===<br />
<br />
On [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php], choose "Submit singleplayer battle flown (BSF)". Use the "Choose a file" button to navigate to your pilot file for that battle or mission, which will most likely be in the install directory for the game you just flew. Your name is pre-selected as the Pilot. Under Battle, you can search for the appropriate battle or mission using either the name of the battle or its designation (e.g., "TIE-TC 39"). The search component will display all possible matches; click one to select it.<br />
<br />
Once you have selected your pilot file and battle/free mission, the viewer will display a preview of the information you are about to submit including things such as your score, number of hits, number of craft kills, etc.<br />
<br />
[[File:BSF.jpg|border|400px]]<br />
<br />
Upon submission, the database will automatically read your pilot file's scores and give you credit for the battle or free mission if everything looks good. You'll also get a notification about the pilot file having been submitted. Otherwise, the database will tell you that your pilot file has been queued for manual review by the Tactical Office (TAC).<br />
<br />
=== Troubleshooting ===<br />
<br />
For troubleshooting information on the games, please refer to [[Troubleshooting: Games]].<br />
<br />
== Multiplayer==<br />
<br />
=== How to submit a multiplayer PvE match ===<br />
<br />
When you complete a multiplayer PvE match, take a screenshot of the scoreboard showing your name, kills, match result (win), etc.<br />
<br />
In the main Management menu in the database, choose "Report winning a multiplayer PvE (Co-Op) match".<br />
<br />
On https://tc.emperorshammer.org/submitmp.php?mode=pve, choose the game you played. Then enter each TIE Corps member on the team, and their number of kills. The member search component allows searching for a member by name, unit, or PIN (member ID). Once you have found the correct member, click their name to select it.<br />
<br />
[[File:reportcoop2.jpg|border|400px]]<br />
<br />
Under "Screenshot 1", click "Choose a file", navigate to where your screenshot was saved, and click Open.<br />
<br />
[[File:reportcoop3.jpg|border|400px]]<br />
<br />
Once everything is filled out, click the "Submit Match" button. After that, you can report another match by choosing "Submit another PvE match for these players and game platform" or "Submit a new PvE match".<br />
<br />
Only winning matches may be reported. All match reports must comply with the requirements listed on the submission form, as well as any game platform-specific requirements in the [[COO:Combat Operations Manual|Combat Operations Manual]].<br />
<br />
== TIE Corps Core Course ==<br />
<br />
The TIE Corps Core (TCCORE) course is located at the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/university.php?id=1 Imperial University]. The course is optional for new members, but completing it is encouraged as a way to learn more about the TIE Corps. The completion of TCCORE is required for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Commander.<br />
<br />
==Additional Reading==<br />
<br />
===TIE Corps Pilot Manual===<br />
<br />
The [[TCCOM:TIE Corps Pilot Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]] provides more details concerning the organization and operation of the TIE Corps, and is a valuable resource for new and existing pilots alike.<br />
<br />
[[Category:Guides]]<br />
<br />
===Credits===<br />
<br />
Originally created by LT [[Mirei Seppen]] for use by the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps and since edited by many.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=Tactical_Manual:_Playing_custom_battles_and_missions&diff=100181Tactical Manual: Playing custom battles and missions2024-03-24T15:58:17Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: /* Loading custom battles/missions using the EH Battle Launcher */</p>
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<div>{{Tactical Manual}}<br />
== Introduction == <br />
<br />
The ability to play missions from the EH Mission Compendium is the most basic and important function of each TIE Corps pilot. With the introduction of the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL), the entire process became as easy as one click of the mouse. All flying platforms use basically the same method, with a few differences.<br />
<br />
Custom battles or missions are downloaded from the Mission Compendium in [[.ehm]] format. This is a custom file format designed and created by the Science Office for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
== Using the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ==<br />
<br />
=== How to install the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ===<br />
<br />
To get started, you will need to download and install the EHBL.<br />
<br />
* Download EHBL installer from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center]. Launch the downloaded executable to install the EHBL application.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLmenu.jpg|border|350px]] <br />
<br />
* Open EHBL and select '''File > Directories''' to verify that the correct location is listed for each of your supported Star Wars games. EHBL tries to detect the location of your installed games from information set when you originally installed the game. If you have moved or copied the game(s) since installing them, or have multiple copies of the games, you can use the '''Browse''' button to tell EHBL where your game directories are.<br />
** When using the GOG versions of the games (recommended), they are typically located within 'C:\GOG Games\' by default.<br />
** When using the Steam versions of the games, they are typically located within 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\' by default.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLDir.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
=== Loading custom battles/missions using the EH Battle Launcher ===<br />
<br />
Battles/missions downloaded from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] in [[.ehm]] format are for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHMDown.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
* Download your battle of choice from the Battle Center.<br />
* Launch EHBL.<br />
** It is recommended to run EHBL with administrative privileges by right clicking the icon and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Although EHBL makes no changes to your system outside of installing your battle files, EHBL writes files to its own installation directory (typically 'C:\Program Files\Darkhill Unlimited\EH Battle Launcher') as well as your game directory which may both be protected locations in modern versions of Windows. (Knowledgeable users can mitigate this by installing both EHBL and the games to non-protected locations in which case EHBL requires no special permissions to function.)<br />
** After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to review it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed.<br />
* Select '''File > Load Battle'''. Select the .ehm file you downloaded and click '''Open'''. EHBL installs the battle for the respective game.<br />
* You can launch the game by clicking its title button in EHBL.<br />
<br />
=== Additional EHBL options ===<br />
<br />
* For X-wing Alliance (XWA), EHBL can create and select your pilot file for you. Select '''Game > XWA Options > Pilot Options'''. From the resulting screen you can select '''New Pilot''' to create the pilot; be sure to select 'Prepare for EH Battle'.<br />
<br />
* When installing the EHBL, [[.ehm]] files are associated with the EHBL application enabling you to install them simply by double clicking the .ehm file. (This is subject to the limitations described above concerning protected directories and administrative permissions. If this method does not work for you, use the menu in EHBL to load your battle.)<br />
<br />
===Special considerations===<br />
====TIE Fighter====<br />
Rebel fighters and transports are not provided in the [[EHSP]] or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > TIE Options''' menu. Note that you can only have one option enabled at a time.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter/Balance of Power====<br />
Transports are not provided in the EHSP or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > XvT Options''' menu.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing Alliance====<br />
X-wing Alliance requires you to use the EHBL to create a pilot to fly the battle or mission with. To create a pilot, choose '''Game > XWA Options''' from the menu, and click on the '''New Pilot''' button to create a pilot. Make sure to check the box for 'Prepare for EH Battle'. Click OK, and select the pilot before starting the game.<br />
<br />
====ZIP files====<br />
ZIP files are available for pilots who cannot or prefer not to use the EHBL. Refer to the [[TIE Corps Zip Installation Guide]] for information.<br />
<br />
===Other gaming platforms===<br />
Installation of custom missions for the other gaming platforms in the Compendium (X-wing, Empire at War, Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds, Jedi Academy) are provided in the archive you download. At some point this document will also have installation instructions for those games.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing====<br />
X-wing is an inconsistent platform and you need to pay attention to any instructions in the README file. The majority of battles are set up to replace the X-Wing historical missions, but some use Tour of Duty 1.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, completion can be credited in one of two ways:<br />
<br />
#Submit the pilot file. This is the only valid method for high scores.<br />
#Submit a screenshot of the post-mission success screen (one for each mission in the battle)<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' There are a variety of reasons that X-Wing will not save scores in a pilot file. In these cases, screenshots are the only way to submit. These reasons include:<br />
<br />
*Pilots using invul and/or unlimited weapons<br />
*Mission using a patch<br />
*Mission using the imperial team for the player<br />
<br />
n.b. For technical reasons, all X-Wing submissions have to be manually approved by the Tactical Officer.<br />
<br />
==Additional information==<br />
<br />
Note that the installation procedure will overwrite the game's original battle files. However, restoring those is easily done by copying the original file from the game CD. The battle files involved are:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' BATTLE1.LFD in the /RESOURCE/ directory (sometimes also BATTLE2.LFD, etc)<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' MISSION.LST in the /MISSIONS/ directory<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL, see below.<br />
<br />
After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to read it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed. The README.TXT does not always tell you if patches are needed. Installing patches is done via the Super XP Installer that can be downloaded from the Science Office website.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, the pilot file can be submitted in a Battle Submission Form on the TIE Corps website. This is different for each platform:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' .tfr file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' .plt file in the root directory (NOT the .pl2 file in the BalanceOfPower directory).<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL; see earlier [[#X-Wing|X-Wing]] section.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=Tactical_Manual:_Playing_custom_battles_and_missions&diff=100180Tactical Manual: Playing custom battles and missions2024-03-24T15:57:12Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: </p>
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<div>{{Tactical Manual}}<br />
== Introduction == <br />
<br />
The ability to play missions from the EH Mission Compendium is the most basic and important function of each TIE Corps pilot. With the introduction of the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL), the entire process became as easy as one click of the mouse. All flying platforms use basically the same method, with a few differences.<br />
<br />
Custom battles or missions are downloaded from the Mission Compendium in [[.ehm]] format. This is a custom file format designed and created by the Science Office for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
== Using the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ==<br />
<br />
=== How to install the EH Battle Launcher (EHBL) ===<br />
<br />
To get started, you will need to download and install the EHBL.<br />
<br />
* Download EHBL installer from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center]. Launch the downloaded executable to install the EHBL application.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLmenu.jpg|border|350px]] <br />
<br />
* Open EHBL and select '''File > Directories''' to verify that the correct location is listed for each of your supported Star Wars games. EHBL tries to detect the location of your installed games from information set when you originally installed the game. If you have moved or copied the game(s) since installing them, or have multiple copies of the games, you can use the '''Browse''' button to tell EHBL where your game directories are.<br />
** When using the GOG versions of the games (recommended), they are typically located within 'C:\GOG Games\' by default.<br />
** When using the Steam versions of the games, they are typically located within 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\' by default.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHBLDir.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
=== Loading custom battles/missions using the EH Battle Launcher ===<br />
<br />
Battles/missions downloaded from the [https://www.emperorshammer.org/battlecenter.php Emperor's Hammer Battle Center] in [[.ehm]] format are for use with the EHBL.<br />
<br />
[[File:EHMDown.jpg|border|350px]]<br />
<br />
* Download your battle of choice from the Battle Center.<br />
* Launch EHBL.<br />
** It is recommended to run EHBL with administrative privileges by right clicking the icon and selecting 'Run as administrator'. Although EHBL makes no changes to your system outside of installing your battle files, EHBL writes files to its own installation directory (typically 'C:\Program Files\Darkhill Unlimited\EH Battle Launcher') as well as your game directory which may both be protected locations in modern versions of Windows. (Knowledgeable users can mitigate this by installing both EHBL and the games to non-protected locations in which case EHBL requires no special permissions to function.)<br />
* Select '''File > Load Battle'''. Select the .ehm file you downloaded and click '''Open'''. EHBL installs the battle for the respective game.<br />
* You can launch the game by clicking its title button in EHBL.<br />
<br />
=== Additional EHBL options ===<br />
<br />
* For X-wing Alliance (XWA), EHBL can create and select your pilot file for you. Select '''Game > XWA Options > Pilot Options'''. From the resulting screen you can select '''New Pilot''' to create the pilot; be sure to select 'Prepare for EH Battle'.<br />
<br />
* When installing the EHBL, [[.ehm]] files are associated with the EHBL application enabling you to install them simply by double clicking the .ehm file. (This is subject to the limitations described above concerning protected directories and administrative permissions. If this method does not work for you, use the menu in EHBL to load your battle.)<br />
<br />
===Special considerations===<br />
====TIE Fighter====<br />
Rebel fighters and transports are not provided in the [[EHSP]] or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > TIE Options''' menu. Note that you can only have one option enabled at a time.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter/Balance of Power====<br />
Transports are not provided in the EHSP or as separate patches anymore. For battles or missions which will have you fly them, you must enable them in the EHBL via the '''Game > XvT Options''' menu.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing Alliance====<br />
X-wing Alliance requires you to use the EHBL to create a pilot to fly the battle or mission with. To create a pilot, choose '''Game > XWA Options''' from the menu, and click on the '''New Pilot''' button to create a pilot. Make sure to check the box for 'Prepare for EH Battle'. Click OK, and select the pilot before starting the game.<br />
<br />
====ZIP files====<br />
ZIP files are available for pilots who cannot or prefer not to use the EHBL. Refer to the [[TIE Corps Zip Installation Guide]] for information.<br />
<br />
===Other gaming platforms===<br />
Installation of custom missions for the other gaming platforms in the Compendium (X-wing, Empire at War, Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds, Jedi Academy) are provided in the archive you download. At some point this document will also have installation instructions for those games.<br />
<br />
====X-Wing====<br />
X-wing is an inconsistent platform and you need to pay attention to any instructions in the README file. The majority of battles are set up to replace the X-Wing historical missions, but some use Tour of Duty 1.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, completion can be credited in one of two ways:<br />
<br />
#Submit the pilot file. This is the only valid method for high scores.<br />
#Submit a screenshot of the post-mission success screen (one for each mission in the battle)<br />
<br />
'''Important:''' There are a variety of reasons that X-Wing will not save scores in a pilot file. In these cases, screenshots are the only way to submit. These reasons include:<br />
<br />
*Pilots using invul and/or unlimited weapons<br />
*Mission using a patch<br />
*Mission using the imperial team for the player<br />
<br />
n.b. For technical reasons, all X-Wing submissions have to be manually approved by the Tactical Officer.<br />
<br />
==Additional information==<br />
<br />
Note that the installation procedure will overwrite the game's original battle files. However, restoring those is easily done by copying the original file from the game CD. The battle files involved are:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' BATTLE1.LFD in the /RESOURCE/ directory (sometimes also BATTLE2.LFD, etc)<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' IMPERIAL.LST in the /TRAIN/ directory<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' MISSION.LST in the /MISSIONS/ directory<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL, see below.<br />
<br />
After installation, the README.TXT file included in the battle will automatically be opened. This file will inform you if there are things that you need to do before playing the game, so you are advised to read it. The pilot should also always make sure the necessary patches are installed. The README.TXT does not always tell you if patches are needed. Installing patches is done via the Super XP Installer that can be downloaded from the Science Office website.<br />
<br />
After completing a battle, the pilot file can be submitted in a Battle Submission Form on the TIE Corps website. This is different for each platform:<br />
<br />
*'''TIE Fighter:''' .tfr file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-wing vs. TIE Fighter:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''Balance of Power:''' .plt file in the root directory (NOT the .pl2 file in the BalanceOfPower directory).<br />
*'''X-wing Alliance:''' .plt file in the root directory.<br />
*'''X-Wing:''' Not supported by EHBL; see earlier [[#X-Wing|X-Wing]] section.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=RO:Reconnaissance_Manual&diff=100164RO:Reconnaissance Manual2024-03-18T14:58:44Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: /* Reconnaissance Officer */</p>
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= Introduction =<br />
<br />
<blockquote> ''“The [[Reconnaissance Officer]] serves as the focal point for the Emperor's Hammer external-facing operations and leads the Emperor's Hammer outreach activities in order to promote and advance the club. This includes overseeing the Emperor's Hammer official social media accounts, developing ways to recruit new members, forming relations with other groups, and keeping the membership of the Emperor's Hammer informed of upcoming Star Wars books, games, and events that members may want to take part in. The Reconnaissance Officer coordinates closely with other Command Staff officers and Group Commanders in order to synchronize efforts with internal club activities.”<br><br />
'''''– Reconnaissance Officer Position Description''''' </blockquote><br />
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The Emperor’s Hammer’s breath and blood is in its pilots, its troopers, its Sith – without active and ardent members, the group has no future. But where do all of these recruits come from? How do people find the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups? How is a social media presence organized, relationships with other groups cultivated, and current news both internal and external compiled and presented?<br />
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The Reconnaissance Office, led by the Reconnaissance Officer (Recon Officer, or RO), takes point on all of these ideas, and more. Supported by dedicated assisting staff, the office works to attract interested recruits, cultivate an online presence, and much more. <br />
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The Recon Office takes on many projects, not only always trying to increase recruitment, but to better the organization with feedback from its newly-admitted members. At any given time, the queue of ideas for the countless platforms and media types the Recon Office works with is full of excellent projects and goals. <br />
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This manual document is a guide to the Recon Office, both for incoming staff and the general public. It also provides an insight into the Office’s principles of recruitment, advertising, and conduct, useful for any pilot interested in recruiting themselves. Any questions about the material in this manual can be answered by the RO and the office staff. <br />
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= Office Staff =<br />
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===== Reconnaissance Officer =====<br />
* Rear Admiral [[Alexandre Morgan]] <br />
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The RO is the head of the Recon Office. They have final say and control within the department and answer directly to the Fleet Commander. They coordinate projects, working with their subordinates and other offices in the Emperor’s Hammer Command Staff alike, and hold disciplinary authority over the rest of the office.<br />
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===== Command Attaché to the Recon Office ===== <br />
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* Vacant<br />
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The CA:RO is the primary supporting staff of the Recon Office, the second-in-command of the office. Answering and reporting directly to the RO, the CA:RO takes the helm of many projects and social management, in addition to supporting and cooperating with the rest of the Office on their own projects and goals.<br />
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===== Recon Office Assistants =====<br />
* Lieutenant Colonel ‘Pops’ [[Gytheran]] <br />
* Inquisitor [[Khaz Bibble]]<br />
* Commander [[Maston Dane]]<br />
* Lieutenant Commander [[OL"Davy Jonez]]<br />
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Recon Office Assistants, or ROAs, are members of the Emperor’s Hammer who have shown proficiency and dedication to themes, ideas, and projects relevant to the interests of the Recon Office. These individuals desire to advance the purpose of the Recon Office, contributing to social media presences, recruitment, and other projects of the Office. <br />
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= Social Media = <br />
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One of the central focuses of the Recon Office is the presentation and outward-facing identity of the Emperor’s Hammer, and one of the most important methods of how this is done is the Recon Office’s social media presence. Coordinating efforts spanning multiple platforms and media types, the Recon Office focuses on cultivating presences that displays the organization and its happenings to the outside world, as well as interacting with other organizations and accounts. The Recon Office uses many different spaces to accomplish this, including Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and even other Discord servers. <br />
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====Twitter (X)====<br />
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Twitter is a short form social media site, ideal for an image and a short advertising blurb. “Tweets” are limited to 280 characters, with URL links using up a non–variable 23 characters. Images are most fit in a 16:9 aspect ratio, most commonly 1920x1080px, but do not take up any of the allotted characters. Thus, pictures and graphics are essential on this platform, allowing for more information to be communicated than in the few sentences of text allowed. The Emperor’s Hammer and the EH Recon Office both have official Twitter accounts, found at https://twitter.com/emperorshammer and https://twitter.com/EHReconOffice, respectively. <br />
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The Recon Office will tweet and share content posted to Emperor’s Hammer groups such as recruitment posters, member’s artwork, and club highlights to attract potential new members. The Recon Office also shares news relating to Star Wars such as upcoming games, movies/TV shows, and other media. A great method of utilizing Twitter is engaging with online users via comment replies to discuss Star Wars related topics and gaining followers, leading to interest and recruitment of new members. <br />
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====Instagram====<br />
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Instagram is a social media site that focuses on photo and video sharing where users can like, comment, and share posts across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer utilizes Instagram to share artwork, graphics, and other imagery created by our members, as well as promotional material such as competitions and events ongoing within the club. With a relatively massive character limit of 2,200, this platform is fit for slightly longer–form written advertisements than Twitter is allowing the ability to post longer replies in comment sections and post replies. The Emperor’s Hammer Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/emperorshammer.<br />
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====Facebook====<br />
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Facebook is a social networking site created in 2004 that was originally designed for college students to share updates, collaborate on projects, and share upcoming events. Nowadays, Facebook has over one billion users with the ability to create groups, pages, and messaging across the platform. The Emperor’s Hammer has an active group that is used as an additional resource to keep the membership updated on club activities and news, as well as giving members a space to share memes, cool images, and other Star Wars content, effectively unbounded by character limits – you can write a maximum of 63,206 characters when drafting a post. This group, because of the Facebook user demographic, often sees activity from members from the past, in a reserve group or inactive. In this space, the Recon Office focuses on always being ready to help a member reconnect and reactivate their profile to re–engage in the Emperor’s Hammer. The EH Facebook group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2204060617.<br />
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====YouTube====<br />
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YouTube is a video sharing social media platform that the Emperor’s Hammer uses to post member–created videos and shorts. With videos posted ranging from hour–long podcasts to twenty–second clips, YouTube is a versatile platform to display its members’ work and creativity in video format, a different way to recruit and advertise than text with a graphic. This markets to a different audience than the traditional static social media, and allows videos to be collated in their own area, not interspersed between static image posts like on Instagram and other platforms. The Emperor’s Hammer YouTube channel is found at https://www.youtube.com/@emperorshammer. <br />
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====Reddit====<br />
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Reddit is a social media site that functions as an aggregation of communities, called subreddits, centralized around specific topics. This predilection for already liking a certain topic can help inform advertising and recruitment tactics, specifying the graphics and text to cater towards the common denominator of the recipients. The Emperor’s Hammer also has its own subreddit, found at https://www.reddit.com/r/tiecorps where members can subscribe to the subreddit and receive updates to their personal newsfeed. The subreddit acts as a space where reddit users can post images and create discussion threads to talk about topics related to Star Wars, Emperor’s Hammer, and everything in between. <br />
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An important consideration is that most subreddits have rules for their specific communities. It is important that, while advertising and recruiting – if allowed – that all the rules of the community are adhered to. As a representative of our organization, it is important to maintain the images and reputations of yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer, as well as maintaining the amicable relationships with these communities.<br />
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====Discord====<br />
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Discord is an instant messaging and VoIP social platform, similar to the eons of past programs such as mIRC, Teamspeak, and Ventrilo. Users have the ability to communicate with voice calls, video calls, text messaging, media and files in private chats or as part of communities called "servers".<br />
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One of the largest ways to recruit new members is providing discord invite links for our official servers so that potential members can join and interact with the membership at large. Each sub-group has an approved discord invite link that varies between temporary, permanent, and vanity invite links. Vanity links, or custom invite links, are available to servers that have reached a threshold of “boosts” which are provided to discord users who are subscribed to the premium version of discord called “discord nitro”. <br />
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For example, the TIE Corps server has a vanity link which is https://discord.gg/TIECorps as the server maintains a number of server boosts to retain the perk of having a vanity invite link. <br />
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====Other Discord Servers====<br />
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Other Discord servers are, similarly to subreddits, opportunities to advertise and cater to an already narrowed–down audience, which allows your pitch and advertisement to be equally narrowed–down. For example, if you’re advertising on an EA Battlefront II server, the graphic and text associated with it would be different than an advertisement on the X-Wing Series Discord, each specific Discord space warranting different specific pitches. The more specific and personal an advertisement can be to the audience, the more effective – thus, the more potential advertising in these Discords has.<br />
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One important note for other Discord servers, similar to the Reddit section, is that some servers have specific rules about advertisement. As a representative of the Emperor’s Hammer, following these rules fully is of the highest importance so you reflect positively on yourself, the Recon Office, and the Emperor’s Hammer. In addition, following these rules ensures our continued allowance to participate in advertisement in that space, reaching as many people as possible.<br />
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= Recruitment Methods = <br />
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It may feel that all of the Recon Office’s recruitment work takes place online, on websites, social media, and text boxes. This is not true, though, as there are plenty of in-person and real life opportunities to attract interest and potential recruits to the Emperor’s Hammer. <br />
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====Conventions, Events, and Every–day Life====<br />
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At conventions and other in-person events you can always be on the lookout for opportunities to recruit new members. Star Wars fans come from all walks of life and talking up the club in conversation is a great way to spread the word. There are a few key things to remember when striking up a conversation when trying to convince someone to join the Emperor’s Hammer, even when it’s in an impromptu conversation in every–day life. <br />
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'''''Be Polite''''' - The most important factor is to come across as polite as possible to a potential recruit. This will help them respect you and hear out what you have to say, feeling comfortable, as well as setting an example of behavior typical of the expected conduct in the Emperor’s Hammer.<br />
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'''''Be Convincing''''' - Make the conversation seem as if the person can do nothing else but join the Emperor’s Hammer, but without badgering or condescension. Highlight the parts of club participation and membership that you think the person might be inclined to participate in in order to help create interest.<br />
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'''''Be Patient''''' - The person you are advertising to will have no idea what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what it entails. Having patience and thoroughly explaining key factors of the club will help them understand what the club is about. Avoiding abbreviations and acronyms is the best practice here.<br />
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'''''Be Persuasive''''' - When it comes to recruiting, there are a multitude of ways to entice someone with what we have to offer. Explaining the benefits of the club is a great way to recruit someone, such as making new friends, playing games together, and the rest of the diverse activities the Emperor’s Hammer has to offer. Finding out that person’s niche interest will also help draw interest out – if they really like single player custom missions, you can tailor your recruitment approach to highlight our extensive library of missions.<br />
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'''''Be Helpful''''' - Once you have someone interested in the club, the best practice is to provide the person with connections to our Discord server and website. Guide them through the process of joining and explain what they should expect once they join. Never assume that once they have joined Discord that the process has ended – often new pilots find themselves inundated with material to learn and can always use a helping hand. <br />
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You may run into instances that a person may not immediately be interested and that's okay. Keep in mind that the best practice is to avoid being overly pushy and don’t be discouraged. Giving someone all the necessary knowledge about the Emperor’s Hammer can go a long way – they may even remember you in the future, or know someone else who would have interest in our club and pass the news to them!<br />
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====Physical Materials====<br />
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Physical materials that display and advertise the Emperor’s Hammer are less common in the modern digital world, but that doesn’t mean that they are less effective when implemented correctly. Stickers, posters, key chains, magnets, and other materials can be distributed or put in visible places to spread the Emperor’s Hammer’s presence in person.<br />
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As mentioned in the section above, these materials can also be distributed at conventions or events to attract people, spread visibility, familiarity, and much more.<br />
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====Digital Recruitment Methods====<br />
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While social media is the most commonly used vessel for online recruitment and advertisement, exactly what you post on the platforms is the important content that has the potential to convince. Recruiting digitally can happen on social media to a broad audience, or in a one on one direct message, or anything in between. From clean and informative graphics to well–crafted advertising sentences, the content of the post or conversation is the biggest contributing factor. <br />
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====Graphics and other Visual Aids====<br />
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The Recon Office has a bank of standing recruitment graphics, generalized for many scenarios and conversations. These usually contain a few common denominators:<br />
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* link in URL form, either to the website (https://tc.emperorshammer.org or https://db.emperorshammer.org) or the invite links to our Discord servers (https://discord.gg/tiecorps [vanity link], https://www.ehtc.chat [URL redirect], or https://discord.gg/zjmpSEc6cj [randomly generated invite link])<br />
* advertising text highlighting our broad activities or other facets of the club<br />
* background image or pattern displaying EH and/or sub-group logos<br />
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Much like posters, these are important assets – a wall of text that would convey the same amount of information is not as efficient as a flashy, attention grabbing graphic. The phrase “a picture is worth 1,000 words” is often used to draw comparison. These can be posted to social media outlets and more often used to introduce a new member or new community to the broader sense of the group. The content of the advertising graphic should speak for itself without needing to overly explain minute details of the advertisement. A successful graphic should convey all the necessary information such as who, what, where, and why.<br />
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Therefore, social media posts are often accompanied by different types of graphics: these are built to advertise a very specific part of the club, recent club news, or something else that isn’t a broad generalization. These are composed very similarly to the previous type, but with one difference, already explained – the text of the graphic (if any) is centralized around one specific thing, and is designed to be a supplement to the text in the social media post. Therefore, the words often tend to be more of a title or caption of a design than the entire advertisement itself. <br />
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==== The Text of Recruiting ====<br />
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Writing text for an advertising social media posts is like walking a very thin tightrope, with brevity on one side and specificity on the other. Lean too far either way and one risks either under–explaining or over–explaining, both harmful to any advertising efforts.<br />
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Different social media platforms have different ‘sweet spots’ of text length, usually influenced by their character limits – for example, the amount of text that would accompany an image on Twitter is obviously lower than what would be appropriate on Instagram, if only because of the word limitations. Always be cognizant of the system restraints when designing a post. <br />
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The text of a social post should accurately reflect the design of the graphic accompanying it if there is one, conveying the same type of information and telling the complete story that the graphic teases. Although the text is not an essay, the entirety of the immediately relevant information should be conveyed in it. Traditionally, however, the text is ended by referring the reader to a link that leads to either the Discord or the website, whatever is needed – this allows the reader to find out more information and delve deeper into the advertisement’s content, without bombarding the reader with a wall of text in the post.<br />
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The same principles found above about in-person conversation apply to conversations online while recruiting and advertising. Often, one’s demonstrable virtues and politeness demonstrate more about the quality of the organization than the hard facts about it. If the recruiter is rude and unhelpful, then the potential member will be turned off from joining.<br />
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====EH Member Contributions====<br />
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The Reconnaissance Office may have its own artists and content creators however contributions from members are highly welcomed and encouraged. Individual members of Emperor’s Hammer can submit art, graphics, videos, and anything else that might be of use to aid in recruitment and advertising efforts. The preferred method to submit content to the Recon Office is by emailing '''ro@emperorshammer.org''' with your material, your ID line, and a brief summary of what your content entails. All materials should follow the Code of Conduct and PG-13 guidelines including the exclusion of any profanity, vulgarity, or any other content that would not be deemed fit for the organization. <br />
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= How-To: New Pilot Orientation =<br />
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The Recon Office’s job does not end once a member presses ‘submit’ on an entry form – throughout the process of onboarding a member and accustoming them to the subgroup, the member may have questions, comments, or feedback. The Recon Office can either help answer these questions or take these things under advisement to further improve the Office’s function, advise on the subgroup’s onboarding process, or obtain any other information that can be useful. <br />
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====Frequent Questions====<br />
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Most people have no clue what the Emperor’s Hammer is or what we do. The job of the Recon Office, or that of any individual member in a recruiting scenario, is to explain all the facets and unique opportunities we have available for our members. Even after entry into the organization, pilots may have continued questions about the Emperor’s Hammer. Below are some generalized and specific questions that an incoming member may ask.<br />
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'''What do we have to offer?'''<br />
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One of the largest components of what we have to offer is our compendium of battles for the X-Wing series, including X-wing, TIE Fighter, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, and X-Wing Alliance. With over 4,000 member designed custom missions available for our members to play, it is by-far the most effective recruiting tool that no other club has to offer. <br />
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We have scheduled multiplayer events and 24/7 informal grouping in both modern and classic game platforms. For those looking for more events to test their mettle against other members, we offer competitions focusing on gaming, fan fiction, trivia, and graphics creation.<br />
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'''What makes us different?'''<br />
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Since 1995, we have provided a stable and mature environment with over 25 years experience in recreating the excitement and adventure of the Star Wars saga online. Above all else, we have a unique website, uniform creation system, and fleet structure where members can earn and display their promotions, awards, achievements, and other recognition earned in the fight for the Empire. <br />
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'''How active do I have to be?'''<br />
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The Emperor’s Hammer isn’t meant to be a second job – each member participates how they want, when they want. Some units have members that trend towards the more highly active and competitive, and some are more laid back, though, so finding a home to match your wants is important. <br />
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Strict requirements for activity vary from subgroup to subgroup, but the common denominator is simply maintaining communication and an eligible piece of activity, both measured on the scale of months. This allows for a laid–back atmosphere that is a home for all types of members, activity levels, and participation methods. <br />
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'''Do I have to read all of the documents and manuals?'''<br />
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None of the documents are mandatory reading, but they all provide critical knowledge for the full enjoyment of the Emperor’s Hammer and its subgroups. They are organized and concise providers of answers to questions that a new member might not even know to ask, helping them get a feel for the community, the processes, and how they fit in. Rank gateway tests reference these materials also, so that is another reason to be familiar with them.<br />
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'''Necessary Documents '''<br />
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The knowledge that a new member needs is, more often than not, written down in several different documents and websites. Familiarity with the information and location of documents is important when assisting a new member and their on-boarding process.<br />
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It is always better to share the information personally, instead of linking a directionless member with the manual or guide – this builds more of a rapport than coldly saying “read this.” However, the member should always be made familiar with these manuals and guides and their locations, in case they want to go and find the information themselves before asking. Below are a couple of the most frequently needed and referenced-to documents. <br />
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* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TIE_Corps_New_Member_Guide<br />
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual<br />
* https://tc.emperorshammer.org/management.php<br />
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/New_pilot_resources<br />
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/COO:Combat_Operations_Manual<br />
* https://wiki.emperorshammer.org/DB:Dark_Side_Compendium <br />
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== On-boarding Member Processes ==<br />
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The process of a member joining a subgroup is specific to each type, varying slightly in the details. Being familiar with each is crucial to guiding new recruits through the steps and answering any questions they encounter at each step. Below are the pathways through joining the currently active subgroups.<br />
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===TIE Corps===<br />
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First, the incoming pilot submits their join form found at https://tc.emperorshammer.org/join.php. The questions on this page consist of identification and preference questions:<br />
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* Imperial Citizen Name<br />
* Email Address<br />
* Discord Username<br />
* Recruiter<br />
* Unit Assignment Preference<br />
* How Did You Find the EH?<br />
* Star Wars Gaming Preferences<br />
* Are You 13+?<br />
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After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted cadet that they have been successfully assigned to the Imperial Weapons and Tactics School (IWATS) and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.<br />
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The TIE Corps Commander will then contact the cadet, traditionally through Discord direct message, asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the pilot is assigned and on active duty.<br />
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===Dark Brotherhood===<br />
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Entry into the Dark Brotherhood begins the same way, with an identical join form found at https://db.emperorshammer.org/join.php/db. <br />
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After submitting this form, a confirmation page shows that informs the newly minted Initiate that they have been successfully assigned to the Initiates and that a confirmation email has been sent, containing your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and other account information.<br />
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The Grand Master will then contact the Initiate through email (or Discord if provided), asking a few basic questions to indicate competency and readiness to be assigned. Following the correct answering of those questions, the Initiate is assigned to an open Battleteam.<br />
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= Medals Awarded =<br />
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====Medal of Instruction====<br />
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<blockquote>The [[Medal of Instruction]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the TIE Corps, upon that new member’s entry into an active-duty squadron. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the TIE Corps, and not recruiting a current TIE Corps member. The Medal of Instruction may be upgraded with a Blue, Gold, Platinum, Emerald or Diamond Cross and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote><br />
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====Scroll of Indoctrination====<br />
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<blockquote>The [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] is awarded for the recruitment of a newly assigned member into the Dark Brotherhood. This award may only be given for recruiting someone new to the Dark Brotherhood and not recruiting a current Dark Brotherhood member. The Scroll of Indoctrination may be upgraded with a Wax, Lead, Gold, or Blood Seal and cannot be earned by multiple members for the same recruit.</blockquote> <br />
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= Policies of Conduct =<br />
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====Emperor’s Hammer Rules and Regulations====<br />
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All members of the Emperor’s Hammer are expected to adhere to the governing policies of the Emperor’s Hammer, as outlined in the following documents, including the members of the Recon Office. Displaying proper conduct and disposition is important as the outward–facing department of the Emperor’s Hammer, setting the example for the rest of the members and to display our exemplary behavior and professionalism.<br />
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* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/bylaws Bylaws]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/aow Articles of War]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/codeofconduct Code of Conduct]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/cheatingpolicy Cheating Policy]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/privacy Privacy Policy]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/copyrights Copyrights & Disclaimers]<br />
* [https://www.emperorshammer.org/page/larules LucasArts Rules]<br />
* [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/business.php Business Information]<br />
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Failure to meet and comply with these rules and regulations will result in disciplinary consequences (including those from the RO, at their discretion, in addition to those set by the rest of EHCS).<br />
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====External Area Rules====<br />
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As representatives of the Emperor’s Hammer, any engagement and actions could be considered exemplifying of the group by an external person or group. Thus, not only still adhering to the EH’s own policies when in external areas, but also that particular space’s rules and regulations, is critical to the success and maintenance of the relationship and cooperation. Without proper conduct, opportunities and relationships with other organizations and spaces are hard to be maintained.<br />
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As the Code of Conduct (linked above) says, “where EH members are representing the organization in an external event or have a 'EH' tag/nick they should act in the spirit of this CoC and seek to maintain the organization’s image.”<br />
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Failure to meet these standards as Recon Office staff may also result in disciplinary action from the RO, at their discretion.<br />
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=Closing Statement=<br />
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This manual provides valuable information, instruction, tactics for recruiting, for both members of the Recon Office and for every single member – everyone has the potential and ability to recruit, from the newest Flight Member to the most seasoned Squadron Commander, from the greenest Apprentice to a Battleteam Leader. The Emperor’s Hammer thrives and depends on new members, and if we all play our part in recruitment, our club will continue to be a fun and exciting place for our members, both current and future.<br />
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''For the Empire! Long may it reign.''<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Logo of the Emperor's Hammer Secret Order.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Official logo of the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps. Use is subject to the the EH TIE Corps Logo Standards Manual.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
{{EH}}<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Official logo for the Emperor's Hammer. Use is subject to the the Emperor's Hammer Copyrights/Disclaimers and Bylaws. The Emperor's Hammer logo is a registered trademark of the Emperor's Hammer, Inc.<br />
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SVG artwork by MAJ Kalve Ryder, #1968.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
{{EH}}<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
A simplified version of the Wing X patch, also used by the ISDII Challenge. Artwork by Kalve Ryder.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
A simplified version of the Wing X patch, also used by the ISDII Challenge. Artwork by Kalve Ryder.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Wing X patch, also used by the ISDII Challenge. Artwork by Kalve Ryder.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Wing X patch, also used by the ISDII Challenge. Artwork by Kalve Ryder.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Logo of the Emperor's Hammer Secret Order.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Graphics and Branding Guide}}<br />
{{Emperor's Hammer Manual}}<br />
==Official Vector Art==<br />
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Official logos for the Emperor's Hammer and its subgroups are available for download in Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) format. The SVG files support scaling to any required resolution without loss of quality with a suitable vector graphics application (for example, Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator). For convenience, the Wiki software is capable of rendering the files as transparent PNGs in various sizes.<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important; width:100%; text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:EH logo 2023.svg|Emperor's Hammer Logo]]<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:TC Logo-Red-RGB.svg|Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps Logo]]<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:EHSO-vector.svg|Emperor's Hammer Secret Order Logo]]<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:HF Logo.svg|Emperor's Hammer Hammer's Fist Logo]]<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:IW Logo Vector Plain.svg|Emperor's Hammer Infiltrator Wing Logo]]<br />
|-<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
| TIE Corps<small><br>PMS: 186C<br>CMYK: C: 12, M: 100, Y: 92, K: 3<br>RGB: R: 207, G: 32, B: 46<br>Hex/HTML: CF0A2C</small><br />
| Secret Order<small><br>PMS: N/A<br>CMYK: C: 88, M: 60, Y: 0, K: 20<br>RGB: R: 25, G: 82, B: 205<br>Hex/HTML: 1952CD</small><br />
| Hammer's Fist<small><br>PMS: N/A<br>CMYK: C: 0, M: 17, Y: 74, K: 17<br>RGB: R: 212, G: 175, B: 55<br>Hex/HTML: D4AF37</small><br />
| Infiltrator Wing<small><br>No specified colors</small><br />
|-<br />
| style="width: 20%;" | [[image:EHDB-logo.svg|Emperor's Hammer Dark Brotherhood Logo]]<br />
|-<br />
| Dark Brotherhood<small><br>PMS: N/A<br>CMYK: C: 93, M: 61, Y: 0, K: 24<br>RGB: R: 14, G: 75, B: 193<br>Hex/HTML: 0E4BC1</small><br />
|}<br />
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==Logo Usage Standards==<br />
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The following standards apply to the use of Emperor's Hammer logos as either a primary or secondary element of any design.<br />
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1. Logos may only appear in their respective approved color, black (or a reduced saturation of black so it appears gray), or white.<br />
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2. As a primary element, the logo must appear using 100% full saturation of the official color. It can also be black or a reduced saturation of black so it appears gray. Do not use transparency.<br />
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3. When used as a background or secondary element, the colors may be tinted or saturation reduced. It may also appear transparent when used as a background element.<br />
4. Whenever possible, the approved color should be used as part of a design or layout. For example, if red is to be the primary color of your layout, use TC red. This helps to provide a consistent and simple brand presentation.<br />
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5. Placing anything in front of, adding gradients to or adding patterns to the logo is prohibited when used as a primary element.<br />
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6. The negative space or holes in the logo must remain the same color as the background unless an effect (such as a drop shadow or glow) is used.<br />
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7. Any strokes or outlines added must be set outside the original design. Strokes set inside or centered are unacceptable.<br />
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8. If the saturation of the black is reduced on the logo, when used as a primary element, the resulting gray must make the mark contrast the background sufficiently.<br />
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9. The logo can not be stretched or compressed in any way unless done so proportionately on both axis.<br />
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10. Drop shadows, glows, outlines, etc. are acceptable when used to differentiate the logo from a background if needed. Any such effect should not overpower the logo.<br />
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<div>== Summary ==<br />
Logo of the Emperor's Hammer Secret Order.<br />
== Licensing ==<br />
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<div>= Leadership Functions =<br />
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== Medal of Communication (MoC) Validation Tool ==<br />
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The MoC validation tool provides a system for automatically processing [[Medal of Communication]] awards based on monthly periods of validated eligibility. As of February 2024, monthly awards for the MoC should be processed through the MoC eligibility validation tool. For each month, authorized leaders can validate each member's eligibility for the MoC. The database system automatically awards MoCs based on these validated eligibility periods.<br />
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=== Usage ===<br />
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The MoC validation tool appears in the main management menu under the leadership functions section for members with permissions.<br />
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MoC validation permissions exist at three levels:<br />
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* Unit level, where a unit leader can see and validate eligibility for members in their unit(s) except themselves.<br />
* Subgroup level, where authorized users can see all members with an active character in that subgroup.<br />
* Global level, for authorized users to see all members.<br />
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The MoC tool displays:<br />
* A date selector for changing to another monthly period.<br />
* All members you have the ability to process.<br />
* A selector to Validate the member’s eligibility, or Unvalidate previous eligibility if the validation was performed in error. <br />
* The user who validated the eligibility. The MoC is awarded on a per-member basis. As a unit leader, if a member’s eligibility has already been marked by somebody else (even in another subgroup) there is no action required on your part.<br />
* An indicator when validated eligibility has been awarded by the system. Once a MoC has been awarded for a member's eligibility period, the Unvalidate option is no longer available.<br />
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[[File:Sum-moc-tool-1.PNG|500px]]<br />
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A member's eligibility for a monthly period may be marked at any time, either during the current month or after. MoCs are awarded for each period following the conclusion of that period. MoC awards processed on a daily basis.<br />
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* Example: If a member meets MoC eligibility requirements early in the month, the member's unit leader can validate eligibility in the middle of that month. At the conclusion of the month, MoC awards will be immediately issued.<br />
* Example: A member's eligibility for a previous month is validated in the middle of a new month. Within 24 hours after validation for the previous month, the corresponding MoC will be awarded.<br />
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=== Implementing Instructions ===<br />
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* Before validating eligibility for January 2024 or earlier, manually verify whether the member has already received a MoC for the period(s) in question. Validating a member’s eligibility for a period in which they have already received a MoC will result in a duplicated award.<br />
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* Process all MoC awards for February 2024 and after through the new tool.<br />
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* The Unvalidate option is intended for situations of user error where a member is inadvertently marked as validated. If you disagree with another user's validation of a member's eligibility, consult with that user. Unvalidation actions are specifically flagged in server-side logs.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=Software_User_Manual&diff=100029Software User Manual2024-02-12T13:43:18Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: </p>
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<div>= Medal of Communication (MoC) Validation Tool =<br />
<br />
The MoC validation tool provides a system for automatically processing [[Medal of Communication]] awards based on monthly periods of validated eligibility. As of February 2024, monthly awards for the MoC should be processed through the MoC eligibility validation tool. For each month, authorized leaders can validate each member's eligibility for the MoC. The database system automatically awards MoCs based on these validated eligibility periods.<br />
<br />
== Usage ==<br />
<br />
The MoC validation tool appears in the main management menu under the leadership functions section for members with permissions.<br />
<br />
MoC validation permissions exist at three levels:<br />
<br />
* Unit level, where a unit leader can see and validate eligibility for members in their unit(s) except themselves.<br />
* Subgroup level, where authorized users can see all members with an active character in that subgroup.<br />
* Global level, for authorized users to see all members.<br />
<br />
The MoC tool displays:<br />
* A date selector for changing to another monthly period.<br />
* All members you have the ability to process.<br />
* A selector to Validate the member’s eligibility, or Unvalidate previous eligibility if the validation was performed in error. <br />
* The user who validated the eligibility. The MoC is awarded on a per-member basis. As a unit leader, if a member’s eligibility has already been marked by somebody else (even in another subgroup) there is no action required on your part.<br />
* An indicator when validated eligibility has been awarded by the system. Once a MoC has been awarded for a member's eligibility period, the Unvalidate option is no longer available.<br />
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[[File:Sum-moc-tool-1.PNG|500px]]<br />
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A member's eligibility for a monthly period may be marked at any time, either during the current month or after. MoCs are awarded for each period following the conclusion of that period. MoC awards processed on a daily basis.<br />
<br />
* Example: If a member meets MoC eligibility requirements early in the month, the member's unit leader can validate eligibility in the middle of that month. At the conclusion of the month, MoC awards will be immediately issued.<br />
* Example: A member's eligibility for a previous month is validated in the middle of a new month. Within 24 hours after validation for the previous month, the corresponding MoC will be awarded.<br />
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== Implementing Instructions ==<br />
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* Before validating eligibility for January 2024 or earlier, manually verify whether the member has already received a MoC for the period(s) in question. Validating a member’s eligibility for a period in which they have already received a MoC will result in a duplicated award.<br />
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* Process all MoC awards for February 2024 and after through the new tool.<br />
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<div>= Medal of Communication (MoC) Validation Tool =<br />
<br />
The MoC validation tool provides a system for automatically processing [[Medal of Communication]] awards based on monthly periods of validated eligibility. As of February 2024, monthly awards for the MoC should be processed through the MoC eligibility validation tool. For each month, authorized leaders can validate each member's eligibility for the MoC. The database system automatically awards MoCs based on these validated eligibility periods.<br />
<br />
== Usage ==<br />
<br />
The MoC validation tool appears in the main management menu under the leadership functions section for members with permissions.<br />
<br />
MoC validation permissions exist at three levels:<br />
<br />
* Unit level, where a unit leader can see and validate eligibility for members in their unit(s).<br />
* Subgroup level, where authorized users can see all members with an active character in that subgroup.<br />
* Global level, for authorized users to see all members.<br />
<br />
The MoC tool displays:<br />
* All members you have the ability to process.<br />
* A selector to Validate the member’s eligibility, or Unvalidate previous eligibility if the validation was performed in error. <br />
* The user who validated the eligibility. The MoC is awarded on a per-member basis. As a unit leader, if a member’s eligibility has already been marked by somebody else (even in another subgroup) there is no action required on your part.<br />
* An indicator when validated eligibility has been awarded by the system. Once a MoC has been awarded for a member's eligibility period, the Unvalidate option is no longer available.<br />
<br />
A member's eligibility for a monthly period may be marked at any time, either during the current month or after. MoCs are awarded for each period following the conclusion of that period. MoC awards processed on a daily basis.<br />
<br />
* Example: If a member meets MoC eligibility requirements early in the month, the member's unit leader can validate eligibility in the middle of that month. At the conclusion of the month, MoC awards will be immediately issued.<br />
* Example: A member's eligibility for a previous month is validated in the middle of a new month. Within 24 hours after validation for the previous month, the corresponding MoC will be awarded.<br />
<br />
== Implementing Instructions ==<br />
<br />
* Before validating eligibility for January 2024 or earlier, manually verify whether the member has already received a MoC for the period(s) in question. Validating a member’s eligibility for a period in which they have already received a MoC will result in a duplicated award.<br />
<br />
* Process all MoC awards for February 2024 and after through the new tool.<br />
<br />
* The Unvalidate option is intended for situations of user error where a member is inadvertently marked as validated. If you disagree with another user's validation of a member's eligibility, consult with that user. Unvalidation actions are specifically flagged in server-side logs.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=User:Turtle_Jerrar&diff=99941User:Turtle Jerrar2024-02-01T15:10:05Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: /* Poor quality submission */</p>
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<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
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Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. Competitions may take place across a nearly unlimited variety of activities, including gaming, trivia, puzzles, or creative works (graphics/fiction).<br />
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Competitions can be recommended/submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
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If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
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=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
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Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
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* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
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While running a good competition can take some time and energy, it is a great way to create a fun atmosphere within the organization and provides additional opportunities for the competition runner to be recognized for their contributions.<br />
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=== Common Errors ===<br />
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* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact the clarity of the competition listing.<br />
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=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
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As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric (e.g., Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs) then it would likely be approved. If in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]] for guidance.<br />
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When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
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* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-CR to the runner-up.<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
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=== Examples ===<br />
==== Poor quality submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-bad1.PNG]]<br />
* Competition description contains irrelevant information (<cite>"I think it would be a great idea if..."</cite>).<br />
* Competition description doesn't contain enough information to participate. For example, does the pilot have to submit their score somewhere?<br />
* As a general rule, 'blanket' or 'placeholder' competitions where the actual activity to be performed (in this case, which battle will be flown) is unknown are not preferred except in special circumstances.<br />
* Grammar impacts clarity of the description.<br />
* Awards are listed in the description section (which is unnecessarily duplicative) and also does not match those listed in the awards section. If the IS-GW is being proposed, it is not supported by the TIE Corps policies for awarding the IS-GW in a squadron-level competition.<br />
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==== Good submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-good1.PNG]]<br />
* The competition is creative and not a rehash of other common competitions.<br />
* The competition description is robust and provides specific details to the member on how to participate and submit their results.<br />
* The competition description uses paragraphs for clarity.<br />
* The awards are in accordance with TIE Corps policies for the [[Iron Star]] and [[Operational Readiness Award]].<br />
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== Ranks ==<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
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== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|}</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=User:Turtle_Jerrar&diff=99940User:Turtle Jerrar2024-02-01T15:09:01Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: /* Competition Guidance */</p>
<hr />
<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
<br />
Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. Competitions may take place across a nearly unlimited variety of activities, including gaming, trivia, puzzles, or creative works (graphics/fiction).<br />
<br />
Competitions can be recommended/submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
<br />
If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
<br />
=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
<br />
Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
<br />
* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
<br />
While running a good competition can take some time and energy, it is a great way to create a fun atmosphere within the organization and provides additional opportunities for the competition runner to be recognized for their contributions.<br />
<br />
=== Common Errors ===<br />
<br />
* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact the clarity of the competition listing.<br />
<br />
=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric (e.g., Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs) then it would likely be approved. If in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]] for guidance.<br />
<br />
When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
<br />
* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-CR to the runner-up.<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
<br />
=== Examples ===<br />
==== Poor quality submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-bad1.PNG]]<br />
* Competition description contains irrelevant information (<cite>"I think it would be a great idea if..."</cite>).<br />
* Competition description doesn't contain enough information to participate. For example, does the pilot have to submit their score somewhere?<br />
* As a general rule, 'blanket' or 'placeholder' competitions where the actual activity to be performed (in this case, which battle will be flown) are not preferred except in special circumstances.<br />
* Grammar impacts clarity of the description.<br />
* Awards are listed in the description section (which is unnecessarily duplicative) and also does not match those listed in the awards section. If the IS-GW is being proposed, it is not supported by the TIE Corps policies for awarding the IS-GW in a squadron-level competition.<br />
<br />
==== Good submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-good1.PNG]]<br />
* The competition is creative and not a rehash of other common competitions.<br />
* The competition description is robust and provides specific details to the member on how to participate and submit their results.<br />
* The competition description uses paragraphs for clarity.<br />
* The awards are in accordance with TIE Corps policies for the [[Iron Star]] and [[Operational Readiness Award]].<br />
<br />
== Ranks ==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
<br />
== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|}</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=User:Turtle_Jerrar&diff=99939User:Turtle Jerrar2024-02-01T15:00:09Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: /* Examples */</p>
<hr />
<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
<br />
Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. <br />
<br />
Competitions can be submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
<br />
If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
<br />
=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
<br />
Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
<br />
* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
<br />
=== Common Errors ===<br />
<br />
* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact clarity.<br />
<br />
=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric, for example Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs, then it would likely be approved. Again, if in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]].<br />
<br />
When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
<br />
* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-BR to the runner-up.<br />
<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
<br />
=== Examples ===<br />
==== Poor quality submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-bad1.PNG]]<br />
* Competition description contains irrelevant information (<cite>"I think it would be a great idea if..."</cite>).<br />
* Competition description doesn't contain enough information to participate. For example, does the pilot have to submit their score somewhere?<br />
* As a general rule, 'blanket' or 'placeholder' competitions where the actual activity to be performed (in this case, which battle will be flown) are not preferred except in special circumstances.<br />
* Grammar impacts clarity of the description.<br />
* Awards are listed in the description section (which is unnecessarily duplicative) and also does not match those listed in the awards section. If the IS-GW is being proposed, it is not supported by the TIE Corps policies for awarding the IS-GW in a squadron-level competition.<br />
<br />
==== Good submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-good1.PNG]]<br />
* The competition is creative and not a rehash of other common competitions.<br />
* The competition description is robust and provides specific details to the member on how to participate and submit their results.<br />
* The competition description uses paragraphs for clarity.<br />
* The awards are in accordance with TIE Corps policies for the [[Iron Star]] and [[Operational Readiness Award]].<br />
<br />
== Ranks ==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
<br />
== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
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<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
<br />
Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. <br />
<br />
Competitions can be submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
<br />
If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
<br />
=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
<br />
Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
<br />
* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
<br />
=== Common Errors ===<br />
<br />
* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact clarity.<br />
<br />
=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric, for example Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs, then it would likely be approved. Again, if in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]].<br />
<br />
When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
<br />
* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-BR to the runner-up.<br />
<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
<br />
=== Examples ===<br />
==== Poor quality submission ====<br />
[[File:Competition-example-bad1.PNG]]<br />
* Competition description contains irrelevant information (<cite>"I think it would be a great idea if..."</cite>).<br />
* Competition description doesn't contain enough information to participate. For example, does the pilot have to submit there score somewhere? Will the Commander request this data from the [[Tactical Officer]] or [[Warfare Officer]]? <br />
* As a general rule, 'blanket' or 'placeholder' competitions where the actual activity to be performed (in this case, which battle) are not preferred except in special circumstances.<br />
* Grammar impacts clarity of the description.<br />
* Awards are listed in the description section (which is unnecessary to begin with) and also does not match the awards listed in the awards section. If the IS-GW is being proposed, it is not supported by the TIE Corps policies for awarding the IS-GW in a squadron-level competition.<br />
<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
<br />
== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
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'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
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'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
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<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
<br />
Competitions provide and fun and exciting way for members to engage in club activities. <br />
<br />
Competitions can be submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your Emperor's Hammer profile. You will need to provide certain mandatory information about your proposed competition, such as start and end dates, medals/awards that can be won, and a full description of the competition and its rules. When completing the competition submission form, you should complete each field to be display-ready for members when your competition is approved. Correct spelling and grammar helps provide clarity to your competition. The competition form support [https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax/ Markdown]-based formatting, enabling you to organize the information well and provide emphasis where needed.<br />
<br />
If you are new to submitting competitions, it can be very helpful to have another experienced member, such as a [[Squadron Commander]], proofread your proposed competition prior to submission. They can also provide feedback on the rules and scoring for your competition. Reviewing existing approved competitions within the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/competitions.php Competition Center] can also help a new competition runner understand what makes a good competition listing.<br />
<br />
=== Duties of a Competition Runner ===<br />
<br />
Competition runners (i.e., the person proposing a competition) are responsible for the competition from inception through completion. This includes:<br />
<br />
* Recommending the competition through the web site interface.<br />
* Making corrections to the competition listing, if necessary.<br />
* Collecting results, scores, or other applicable performance metrics for the competition.<br />
* Announcing mid-competition standings, if applicable (typically for longer duration competitions).<br />
* Announcing the final competition results.<br />
* Initiating medal recommendations for the winning members.<br />
<br />
=== Common Errors ===<br />
<br />
* The competition details omit information that a member will need to fully participate in the event. For example, failing to explain how the competition will be scored, how or where to submit their results, etc.<br />
<br />
* The proposed awards for the competition are not consistent with the respective subgroup's criteria for those awards.<br />
<br />
* Excessive spelling, grammar, or formatting errors that impact clarity.<br />
<br />
=== Competitions in the TIE Corps ===<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level (other than trivia). For example, a squadron or battlegroup version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric, for example Legion of Combat/Legions of Skirmish with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of LoCs/LoSs, then it would likely be approved. Again, if in doubt please contact the [[Warfare Officer]].<br />
<br />
When it comes to medals, please remember:<br />
<br />
* Platinum [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
<br />
* Gold [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
<br />
* Silver [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
<br />
* Bronze [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
<br />
* Copper [[Iron Star|Iron Stars]] would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-BR to the runner-up.<br />
<br />
* [[Operational Readiness Award]]: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
<br />
== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
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<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
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'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|}</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=User:Turtle_Jerrar&diff=99920User:Turtle Jerrar2024-01-29T14:25:22Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: </p>
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<div>== Competition Guidance ==<br />
<br />
Competitions can be submitted via the the [https://tc.emperorshammer.org/addcompetition.php Management Panel] on your TIE Corps profile where you need to add a requisite amount of information about the competition, including start and end dates, medals to be won and a description.<br />
<br />
As a rule of thumb, the TIE Corps prefers not to duplicate competitions that are already in existence at a wider level other than trivia. For example a squadron or battle group version of Ace of the TIE Corps would not be approved as it is essentially double dipping with regards to medals. We do though allow ''similar'' competitions and if you can use a different metric, for example Legions with a certain number of your own squadron present instead of a flat count of Legions, then it would likely be approved. Again, if in doubt please contact the WO.<br />
<br />
When it comes to medals, please remember<br />
<br />
* Platinum Iron Stars may only be awarded for first place in Corps-wide competitions that either last at least four months or for more complex events like Raise the Flag.<br />
<br />
* Gold Iron Stars are awarded for first place in battlegroup, ship, and wing competitions. They’re also awarded for Corps-level competitions that last less than a few months and to the runner-up for an IS-PW. Competitions at the Corps, battlegroup, ship, and wing levels that run for less than a month or have rounds that last less than a month should not award IS-GWs to keep them from becoming too common.<br />
<br />
* Silver Iron Stars are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions that last at least one month. They’re also awarded to the runner-up for an IS-GW.<br />
<br />
* Bronze Iron Stars are awarded for first place in squadron-level competitions lasting less than one month or to the runner-up for an IS-SW.<br />
<br />
* Copper Iron Stars would never need to be a first place award, with other Iron Stars fulfilling that purpose. Any competition awarding the IS-BW or IS-BR may award an IS-CW or IS-BR to the runner-up.<br />
<br />
* Operational Readiness Award: These should not be awarded as a simple “participate in the competition, get a medal”. The idea for the ORA is that pilots can make achievements in a competition without placing, for example completing a certain number of tasks. If in doubt please reach out to the WO for advice.<br />
<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Insignia (Naval/Fleet)<br />
! Insignia (Army)<br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
! HF<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="5" | Enlisted Ranks<sup>1</sup><br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| First Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Master Chief<br />
|<br />
| Gunnery Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Chief<br />
|<br />
| Staff Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| <br />
|<br />
| Sergeant<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Leading Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Able Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Lance Corporal<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private First Class<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Junior Crewman<br />
|<br />
| Private<br />
|-<br />
|<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|<br />
| Recruit<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<sup>1</sup> Enlisted ranks for members are only used within the Hammer's Fist. Enlisted ranks for other portions of the Emperor's Hammer exist for fictional/lore-based purposes only.<br />
<br />
== Manuals ==<br />
<br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin: 0 0 2em 0" class="sidebar"><br />
<div style="flex: 1;"><br />
<h2 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Manuals and Guides</h2><br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Fleet Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[EH:Emperor's Hammer Manual|Emperor's Hammer Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Educate yourself on standards, best practices, and group structure across the EH</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[System_Manual:System_Manual|System Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Learn of the Sectors and Planets under our governance</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://tac.emperorshammer.org/base.php?page=5 Tactical Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about flying and creating custom missions</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[Portal:Science_Manual|Science Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Find requirements and procedures for all EH content patches</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[[TO:Training Manual|Training Manual]]'''<br />
<p>Policies and procedures governing training and the Imperial University</p><br />
</div><br />
<div style="flex:1 0 200px;margin:1em;padding:0 1em;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.25);border-radius:2px;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.06)"><br />
'''[http://sco.emperorshammer.org/sco2/fleet-manual/fleet-man.php.htm Fleet Manual]'''<br />
<p>The official spacecraft technical reference of the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet, a resource for ship data and fiction writing.</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
<br />
<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Subgroup Manuals</h4><br />
<div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;padding: 0 1em;"><br />
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'''[[TCCOM:TIE_Corps_Pilot_Manual|TIE Corps Pilot Manual]]'''<br />
<p>By pilots, for pilots. All you need to know about the TIE Corps</p><br />
</div><br />
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'''[[DB:Dark_Side_Compendium|DB Dark Side Compendium]]'''<br />
<p>All you need to know to become a powerful Sith practioner</p><br />
</div><br />
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'''[http://www.emperorshammer.org/hf/HFFM/ HF Field Manual]'''<br />
<p>All there is to know about service on the ground with the Hammer's Fist</p><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
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<h4 style="margin:0;line-height:2em;" class="sidebar-heading-subheading">Guides</h4><br />
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'''[[TIE Corps New Member Guide]]'''<br />
<p>As a new Imperial Officer get to grips with what the TIE Corps can offer you</p><br />
</div><br />
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'''[[New pilot resources]]'''<br />
<p>A collection of resources useful to new pilots</p><br />
</div><br />
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'''[[:Category:Guides|Guides]]'''<br />
<p>All member guides</p><br />
</div><br />
<br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
</div><br />
<br />
== Sleeve Stripes ==<br />
<br />
Golden bars with different thickness on the uniform's sleeve indicate the relative seniority (by position) of the member.<br />
<br />
<div style="width: 100%; overflow: auto; font-size: 0.8em;"><br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
| <br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|50px]]<br />
| style="text-align: center;" | [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|50px]]<br />
|-<br />
! EH<br />
| colspan="7" | N/A<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
! TC<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
| [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
| [[Warfare Officer]], [[Combat Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
| colspan="3" | N/A<br />
|}<br />
</div><br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! <br />
! EH<br />
! TC<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-1-fm.svg|40px]]<br />
| rowspan="6" | N/A<br />
| [[Flight Member]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-2-fl.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Flight Leader]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-3-sqxo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-4-cmdr.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Squadron Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-5-wc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Wing Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-6-com.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Commodore]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-7-bgcom.svg|40px]]<br />
| colspan="2" | [[Battlegroup Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-8-ia-coo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Advisor|Imperial Advisors]], Group command staff officers (non-XO)<br />
| [[Combat Operations Officer]], [[Warfare Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-9-ca-soo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Attache|Command Attaches]], Group command staff officers (designated XO)<br />
| [[Strategic Operations Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-10-gco.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Subgroup Commander]]<br />
| [[TIE Corps Commander]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-11-cs.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Command Staff]]<br />
| rowspan="3" | N/A<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-12-xo.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Executive Officer]]<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:position-stripes-13-fc.svg|40px]]<br />
| [[Fleet Commander]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
Welcome to the '''Emperor's Hammer Manual'''. The Manual acts as a central resource and reference for the entire Emperor's Hammer, covering a vast range of topics from ranks and medals to the structure within the Emperor's Hammer. This manual provides all of the information needed to function and enjoy a career in the club. The Emperor's Hammer is a complex and dynamic organization. Emperor's Hammer veterans are encouraged to periodically review the contents herein, as they are under constant revision.<br />
<br />
== Activities ==<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer is primarily based on online multiplayer or role play gaming in the Star Wars universe, however, there are many other activities and events available.<br />
<br />
The primary activities center around online multiplayer gaming<br />
<br />
<br />
. The TIE Corps focuses on the space combat sims, the Hammer's Fist on the First Person Shooters, the Directorate on Strategy and the Fringe on Star Wars Galaxies (Star Wars themed Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game). The Dark Brotherhood of Jedi is the only exception as it focuses on many aspects and adds in the element of Force users.<br />
<br />
The Emperor's Hammer has created thousands of missions/maps for Star Wars games. They are available for download from the Emperor's Hammer Battle Center.<br />
<br />
Battle Center status as of this manual revision:<br />
GAME BATTLES MISSIONS<br />
TIE Fighter 295 1901<br />
X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter 186 1224<br />
Balance of Power 38 231<br />
X-Wing Alliance 91 660<br />
X-Wing 24 128<br />
SW: Galactic Battlegrounds 7 33<br />
Jedi Academy 0 5<br />
<br />
The following list contains only SOME of the activities to participate in within the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
Gaming Activities<br />
<br />
Space Simulators<br />
For those whose interested in vaping their enemies into tiny bits in fast space combat, the EH provides a solid membership where players for online multiplaying can be found, as well as many custom missions for single player in all of the supported games:<br />
<br />
X-Wing (XW)<br />
TIE Fighter & TIE Fighter CD (TF)<br />
X-wing vs Tie Fighter (XvT)<br />
Balance of Power (BoP)<br />
X-Wing Alliance(XWA)<br />
Freeworlds<br />
<br />
First Person Shooters<br />
For those who prefer a more personal approach and to "pound the ground", the EH supports all multiplayer Star Wars themed First Person Shooters, be it a trooper or Dark Jedi. The games currently supported are:<br />
<br />
Call of Duty 4 with Star Wars Mod: Galactic Warfare<br />
Battlefield 2142 with First Strike mod<br />
Dark Forces 2: Jedi Knight<br />
Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast<br />
Jedi Knight 3: Jedi Academy<br />
Republic Commando<br />
Star Wars: Battlefront series<br />
<br />
Real Time Strategy Games<br />
For those who prefer the careful planning of strategies and the decisive strike against your enemies. Real Time Strategy games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Force Commander (limited support)<br />
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds + Clone Campaigns<br />
Star Wars Empire at War + Forces of Corruption<br />
Sins of a Galactic Empire<br />
<br />
Role Playing<br />
For those who prefer live action character development in a Star Wars based universe. Role playing games are also supported in the Emperor's Hammer:<br />
<br />
Star Wars Galaxies<br />
Star Wars The Old Republic<br />
<br />
Creative Activities<br />
<br />
Fiction<br />
For creative minds that enjoy stories, the Emperor's Hammer allows members to participate in a great deal of events related to writing fan-fiction:<br />
<br />
Short-stories<br />
Poetry<br />
Run-on stories on the message boards<br />
<br />
Trivia<br />
Your Star Wars and EH knowledge will be measured in these events, which can be administerd via e-mail, message board or IRC.<br />
<br />
Webpage Design and Creation<br />
Events, competitions, units and other situations all require webpages for effective communication within the Fleet. Webpages creation is a good way to get noticed and promote your own fighting unit.<br />
<br />
Graphics and other Artistic Endeavors<br />
Creating original EH-oriented graphics is a great way to contribute to the Fleet. It does not matter if you think you are the worst artist in the world, there is never enough graphic art in the EH.<br />
<br />
Newsletters<br />
The Emperor's Hammer publishes the Dark Sentinel. This newsletter covers the entire EH and accepts contributions from all corners of the club. Give your work a broader audience. Be creative!<br />
Events<br />
<br />
Operations and Competitions<br />
All of the above activities can be done as an individual effort at any time. Don't wait for some "official" event to come along to be active! When official events do come along, it is always a big event. Official events fall into two categories:<br />
Operations and Competitions.<br />
<br />
Operations are the Big Events. They are always Group-wide and frequently have many different activities to encourage everyone to participate. Because they are so complex, they involve many man-hours of preparation and do not occur more than once every few months.<br />
<br />
Competitions are more local events. They are usually at the unit level or below, pitting squadron against squadron or platoon against platoon. Inter-squad competitions can settle who is the best flight in a squadron or squad in a platoon. Competitions may be run by anyone and only require approval by a superior and the Operation Officer for that Group.<br />
<br />
== Medals/Awards Precedence==<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Merit Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-moh.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Honor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ic.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Cross]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-oor.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Renegade]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-goe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Grand Order of the Emperor]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-gs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Gold Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ss.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Silver Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-bs.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Bronze Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-pc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Palpatine Crescent]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ism.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Security Medal]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-iar.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Imperial Achievement Ribbon]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Service Awards'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-mot.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Tactics]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moi.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Instruction]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Scholarship]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-moc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Medal of Communication]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-tua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Commander’s Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-mua.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-wing.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]] (Flight/Combat)<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-is-ribbon.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Iron Star]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ora.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Operational Readiness Award]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Combat]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-los.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Legion of Skirmish]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-dfc.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Distinguished Flying Cross]]<br />
| TIE Corps<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-ov.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Order of the Vanguard]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | '''Commendations'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cos.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Service]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-coe.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Excellence]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-col.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Loyalty]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ribbon-cob.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Commendation of Bravery]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
|- <br />
| [[File:ribbon-loa.gif|border]]&nbsp;&nbsp;[[Letter of Achievement]]<br />
| Emperor's Hammer<br />
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<div>{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:Loa.png]]<br />
| medalname=Letter of Achievement<br />
| classification=Commendation<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Letter of Achievement (LoA)''' is a [[Commendation|commendation]] of the Emperor's Hammer that is awarded to members who contribute material to the [[Dark Sentinel]] newsletter, or to the official newsletter of a subgroup.<br />
<br />
==Critera==<br />
The Letter of Achievement (LoA) is awarded for each newsletter entry that is published in the [[Dark Sentinel]], the Emperor's Hammer official newsletter, or to the official newsletter of a [[subgroup]] when authorized by the [[Executive Officer]] or [[Fleet Commander]]. One LoA is awarded for each separate item, not per issue. When contributions to a newsletter are recognized with a subgroup-specific award, the LoA may not be awarded.<br />
<br />
==Award Authority==<br />
'''Recommendation Authority:''' [[Subgroup Commander]] or any member of a subgroup command staff. This authority may be further delegated by any Subgroup Commander to an individual responsible for processing newsletter submissions for the respective subgroup.<br />
<br />
'''Approval Authority:''' [[Executive Officer]], or [[Subgroup Commander]] for contributions to approved official subgroup newsletters.<br />
<br />
'''Proponent:''' The [[Executive Officer]] establishes policies/procedures governing the awarding of the LoA.<br />
<br />
==Ribbon==<br />
[[Image:LOA-Rib.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
==Equivalent Awards==<br />
The [[Dark Brotherhood]] awards the [[Dark Side Scroll]] for submissions to the [[Dark Voice]] newsletter.<br />
<br />
The [[Hammer's Fist]] awarded the [[Medal of Darkness]] for submissions to the [[Dark Legionnaire]] newsletter.<br />
<br />
The [[Directorate]] awarded the [[Medal of Penmanship]] for submissions to the Dark Sentinel as well.</div>Turtle Jerrarhttps://wiki.emperorshammer.org/wiki/index.php?title=EH:Order_of_the_Vanguard&diff=99905EH:Order of the Vanguard2024-01-23T01:24:35Z<p>Turtle Jerrar: </p>
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Order of the Vanguard}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:Ov.png]]<br />
| medalname=Order of the Vanguard<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Order of the Vanguard (OV)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded to members for extended service in the Emperor's Hammer fleet.<br />
<br />
==Criteria==<br />
The Order of the Vanguard is awarded to members for extended service in the fleet. It is granted for each year of service in the Emperor's Hammer as determined by the member's date of initial membership. The Order with Second Echelon [OV-2E] is granted for the second year, with subsequent years following the same format.<br />
<br />
==Award Authority==<br />
Not applicable; the Order of the Vanguard is administratively awarded automatically by the web site database system.<br />
<br />
==Order of Precedence==<br />
<br />
For historical reasons the Order of the Vanguard is displayed on ID lines and uniforms separately from other Emperor's Hammer [[Service Medal|service medals]], and is positioned after all [[Commendation|commendations]].<br />
<br />
==Historical Notes==<br />
The OV was originally a TIE Corps-only medal that had to be specifically requested from the Operations Officer along with the join date of the member. With the coming of the TIE Corps database, this medal was now awarded automatically. In addition, it was expanded to [[Dark Brotherhood]] members as well, due to the fact that the Brotherhood site is based off the code for the TIE Corps site. This medal has also been adapted into the [[Directorate]] and the [[Hammer's Fist]].<br />
<br />
==Ribbon and Upgrades==<br />
The uniform ribbon for the OV starts at the base red ribbon with no device which represents one year of service.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-1e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A silver pip is added each additional year. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-5E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-5e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A gold pip represents five years. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-6E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-6e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A blue pip represents ten years. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-11E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-11e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
Over time, the pips can really add up. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-20E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-20e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
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<div>{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:Ov.png]]<br />
| medalname=Order of the Vanguard<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Order of the Vanguard (OV)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded to members for extended service in the Emperor's Hammer fleet.<br />
<br />
==Criteria==<br />
The Order of the Vanguard is awarded to members for extended service in the fleet. It is granted for each year of service in the Emperor's Hammer as determined by the member's date of initial membership. The Order with Second Echelon [OV-2E] is granted for the second year, with subsequent years following the same format.<br />
<br />
==Award Authority==<br />
Not applicable; the Order of the Vanguard is administratively awarded automatically by the web site database system.<br />
<br />
==Order of Precedence==<br />
<br />
For historical reasons the Order of the Vanguard is displayed on ID lines and uniforms separately from other Emperor's Hammer [[Service Medal|service medals]], and is positioned after all [[Commendation|commendations]].<br />
<br />
==Historical Notes==<br />
The OV was originally a TIE Corps-only medal that had to be specifically requested from the Operations Officer along with the join date of the member. With the coming of the TIE Corps database, this medal was now awarded automatically. In addition, it was expanded to [[Dark Brotherhood]] members as well, due to the fact that the Brotherhood site is based off the code for the TIE Corps site. This medal has also been adapted into the [[Directorate]] and the [[Hammer's Fist]].<br />
<br />
==Ribbon and Upgrades==<br />
The uniform ribbon for the OV starts at the base red ribbon with no device which represents one year of service.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-1e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A silver pip is added each additional year. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-5E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-5e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A gold pip represents five years. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-6E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-6e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
A blue pip represents ten years. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-11E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-11e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
Over time, the pips can really add up. The following ribbon is worn for the OV-20E.<br />
<br />
[[File:ov-20e.gif|150px]]<br />
<br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Medal of Communication}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:Moc.png]]<br />
| medalname=Medal of Communication<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Medal of Communication (MoC)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded to members for participating in official Emperor's Hammer communication platforms.<br />
<br />
==Criteria==<br />
The Medal of Communication (MoC) is awarded to any member who has displayed constant communication efforts by posting to official mailing lists, or by participating on Discord and/or our other communications platforms. The basic Medal of Communication is issued with Bronze Oak Clusters according to a tiered system as described below.<br />
<br />
The MoC is awarded with the following devices:<br />
<br />
* Bronze Oak Cluster (-boc) – Standard, all months other than the third, six, ninth, and twelfth<br />
* Silver Oak Cluster (-soc) – In third month of activity<br />
* Gold Oak Cluster (-goc) – In sixth month of activity<br />
* Platinum Oak Cluster (-poc) – In ninth month of activity<br />
* Diamond Oak Cluster (-doc) – In twelfth month of activity<br />
<br />
Members that are not active for a period of time pick up where they left off in the award cycle. Members active throughout all months in a year should receive a total of eight Bronze Oak Clusters and one each of Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond Oak Clusters.<br />
<br />
The current system of awards was introduced under [[Jarek La'an]], based on the system of [[Joey C]].<br />
<br />
==Award Authority==<br />
'''Recommendation Authority:''' Any [[EH:Ranks|Flag Officer]], or subgroup equivalent.<br />
<br />
'''Approval Authority:''' [[Subgroup Commander]] or the [[Communications Officer]]. Subgroup Commanders may further delegate approval authority down to any member of the subgroup's command staff.<br />
<br />
'''Proponent:''' The [[Communications Officer]] establishes policies/procedures for awarding of the MoC.<br />
<br />
==Procedures==<br />
<br />
The Communications Officer awards MoCs for members of the Emperor's Hammer [[Command Staff]], including Command Attaches and Imperial Advisors, who are not otherwise assigned within the Fleet.<br />
<br />
==Upgrades==<br />
Bronze Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Moc-boc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Silver Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Moc-soc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Gold Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Moc-goc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Platinum Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Moc-poc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Diamond Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Moc-doc.gif|150px]]<br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Medal of Scholarship}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:MoS.png]]<br />
| medalname=Medal of Scholarship<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
|subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Medal of Scholarship (MoS)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded for contributions to the [[Imperial University]].<br />
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==Criteria==<br />
The Medal of Scholarship (MoS) is awarded to any Emperor's Hammer member who expands the [[Imperial University|Imperial University’s]] body of knowledge by creating a new course and supporting materials, or who substantially revises an existing course (generally considered to be changing at least 50% of the course content to include notes and the exam). Such new course or revised course must have been approved for instruction within the Imperial University according to Training Office procedures.<br />
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==Award Authority==<br />
'''Recommendation Authority:''' Any assigned member of the Training Office staff.<br />
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'''Approval Authority:''' [[Training Officer]] or the [[Command Attaché]] to the Training Officer.<br />
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==Upgrades==<br />
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The Medal of Scholarship is upgraded as follows:<br />
* Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster - 5 awards<br />
* Silver Oak Leaf Cluster - 10 awards<br />
* Gold Oak Leaf Cluster - 20 awards<br />
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==Order of Precedence==<br />
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The ribbon for the Medal of Scholarship is worn after the [[Medal of Instruction]] and before the [[Medal of Communication]].<br />
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==Ribbons==<br />
Basic<br><br />
[[Image:Mos.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Bronze Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Mos-boc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Silver Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Mos-soc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Gold Oak Cluster<br><br />
[[Image:Mos-goc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Medal of Instruction}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:moi.png]]<br />
| medalname=Medal of Instruction<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Medal of Instruction (MoI)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded for recruitment of new members into the Emperor's Hammer.<br />
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==Criteria==<br />
The Medal of Instruction (MoI) is awarded to any member who personally recruits a new member into the Emperor's Hammer. The recruit's training in their initial subgroup must be completed in accordance with requirements established by the respective subgroup, and validated by the [[Subgroup Commander]] or their designee. The MoI is awarded only for recruitment of new members into the overall organization; award of the MoI is not authorized for recruiting existing members into additional subgroups or reactivating existing inactive members. The MoI may be awarded to and displayed by any Emperor's Hammer member regardless of subgroup.<br />
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==Award Authority==<br />
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'''Recommendation Authority:''' Any subgroup command staff member.<br />
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'''Approval Authority:''' [[Subgroup Commander]], [[Executive Officer]], or [[Fleet Commander]]. Approval authority may be further delegated by the respective Subgroup Commander to any member of the subgroup command staff.<br />
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==Upgrades==<br />
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The Medal of Instruction is awarded and upgraded as follows:<br />
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* Medal of Instruction - For recruitment of a single new member.<br />
* Blue Cross (-bc) - For recruitment of 5 new members.<br />
* Gold Cross (-gc) - For recruitment of 10 new members.<br />
* Platinum Cross (-pc) - For recruitment of 25 new members.<br />
* Emerald Cross (-ec) - For recruitment of 50 new members.<br />
* Diamond cross (-dc) - For recruitment of 100 new members.<br />
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No further upgrades are awarded after a member earns a Diamond Cross.<br />
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==Order of Precedence==<br />
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The ribbon for the Medal of Instruction is worn after the [[Medal of Tactics]] and before the [[Medal of Scholarship]].<br />
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==Equivalent Awards==<br />
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In the [[Dark Brotherhood]], members earn the [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] for recruiting members to the Dark Brotherhood.<br />
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The [[Hammer's Fist]] awarded the [[Recruitment Commendation]] as an equivalent.<br />
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The [[Directorate]] awarded the [[Medal of Recruitment]] as an equivalent.<br />
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==Ribbons==<br />
Basic<br><br />
[[Image:Moi.basic.png|150px]]<br><br />
Blue Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-bc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Gold Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-gc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Platinum Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-pc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Emerald Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-ec.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Diamond cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-dc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Medal of Instruction}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:moi.png]]<br />
| medalname=Medal of Instruction<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Medal of Instruction (MoI)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. It is awarded for recruitment of new members into the Emperor's Hammer.<br />
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==Criteria==<br />
The Medal of Instruction (MoI) is awarded to any member who personally recruits a new member into the Emperor's Hammer. The recruit's training in their initial subgroup must be completed in accordance with requirements established by the respective subgroup, and validated by the [[Subgroup Commander]] or their designee. The MoI is awarded only for recruitment of new members into the overall organization; award of the MoI is not authorized for recruiting existing members into additional subgroups or reactivating existing inactive members. The MoI may be awarded to and displayed by any Emperor's Hammer member regardless of subgroup.<br />
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==Award Authority==<br />
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'''Recommendation Authority:''' Any subgroup command staff member.<br />
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'''Approval Authority:''' [[Subgroup Commander]], [[Executive Officer]], or [[Fleet Commander]]. Approval authority may be further delegated by the respective Subgroup Commander to any member of the subgroup command staff.<br />
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==Upgrades==<br />
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The Medal of Instruction is awarded and upgraded as follows:<br />
<br />
* Medal of Instruction - For recruitment of a single new member.<br />
* Blue Cross (-bc) - For recruitment of 5 new members.<br />
* Gold Cross (-gc) - For recruitment of 10 new members.<br />
* Platinum Cross (-pc) - For recruitment of 25 new members.<br />
* Emerald Cross (-ec) - For recruitment of 50 new members.<br />
* Diamond cross (-dc) - For recruitment of 100 new members.<br />
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No further upgrades are awarded after a member earns a Diamond Cross.<br />
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==Order of Precedence==<br />
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The ribbon for the Medal of Instruction is worn after the [[Medal of Tactics]] and before the [[Medal of Scholarship]].<br />
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==Equivalent Awards==<br />
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In the [[Dark Brotherhood]], members earn the [[Scroll of Indoctrination]] for recruiting members to the Dark Brotherhood.<br />
<br />
The [[Hammer's Fist]] awarded the [[Recruitment Commendation]] as an equivalent.<br />
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The [[Directorate]] awarded the [[Medal of Recruitment]] as an equivalent.<br />
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==Ribbons==<br />
Basic<br><br />
[[Image:Moi.basic.png|150px]]<br><br />
Blue Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-bc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Gold Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-gc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Platinum Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-pc.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Emerald Cross<br><br />
[[Image:Moi-ec.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Diamond cross<br><br />
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<div>{{DISPLAYTITLE:Medal of Tactics}}<br />
{{EH Medal<br />
| image=[[File:Mot.png]]<br />
| medalname=Medal of Tactics<br />
| classification=[[Service Medal]]<br />
| subgroup=[[Emperor's Hammer]]<br />
}}<br />
The '''Medal of Tactics (MoT)''' is a [[Service Medal|service medal]] of the Emperor's Hammer. The Medal of Tactics was the first award created in the Emperor's Hammer in [[Newsletter]] #6 (January 26, 1995) alongside the [[Commendation of Service]]. The first recipients were Cli4ord, Shawshank, and Andrew.<br />
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==Criteria==<br />
The Medal of Tactics (Mot) is awarded by the [[Tactical Officer]] to members who create or update an Emperor's Hammer Battle Center-approved battle or free mission for use in the EH. Battle creations are rewarded with a Red Hammer(-rh). Free mission creations are rewarded with a Green Hammer(-gh). Members who perform authorized and supervised renovations on official battles and free missions, and those under review for official status by the Tactical Office (Betas), are awarded with a Blue Hammer(-bh). The MoT may be awarded to and displayed by any Emperor's Hammer member regardless of subgroup. <br />
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==Award Authority==<br />
'''Recommendation Authority:''' [[Subgroup Commander]], or any member of the Tactical Office.<br />
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'''Approval Authority:''' [[Tactical Officer]], [[Executive Officer]], or [[Fleet Commander]].<br />
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==Varieties==<br />
The Medal of Tactics is always issued with an affixed device denoting the variety of the award.<br />
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* Green Hammer (-gh) - For creating a complete battle.<br />
* Red Hammer (-rh) - For creating a free mission.<br />
* Blue Hammer (-bh) - For performing editing/renovations on free missions or battles as per Tactical Officer guidelines.<br />
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==Order of Precedence==<br />
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The Medal of Tactics has the highest precedence of the Emperor's Hammer [[Service Medal|service medals]], and the ribbon is worn before the [[Medal of Instruction]].<br />
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==Ribbons==<br />
Green Hammer<br><br />
[[Image:Mot-gh.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Red Hammer<br><br />
[[Image:Mot-rh.gif|150px]]<br><br />
Blue Hammer<br><br />
[[Image:Mot-bh.gif|150px]]<br />
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