Welcome to the March 2011 Newsletter!
It is a great time to be a Stormtrooper! There is a lot going on for every level of Trooper, from Shinejobs to Battle proven Vets! We also need input from you, the troops in the field to help shape some interesting programs.
In this issue:
Note from the Detachment Leader
Introducing the Centurion Program
Looking to go beyond EIB? Are you one of the few that won't rest until your kit looks like you just walked off the Tantive IV? The Centurion Program is for you!
Additions to the Ranks!
Shooter and Bluey join the Command Staff!
Swag Alert!
Patches and coins are the next merch items in 2011!
Attaché Program
Love the FISD? Yearn to help both new and veteran Troopers in your Garrison to be their best? Become an "Attaché" of the FISD!
EIB Update
Congrats to the 8 new EIB recipients this month 2 to go for the EIB Challenge!
Alert! Breaking news on the IEB Requirements for ROTJ/TKC/ICN
From the Comm
The Comm reminds how it's never been more important for us to be "Unquestionably Loyal" to "Set for Fun!"
Trooper of the Month!
Tip of the Month
Field Excercise of the Month!
As you can see, we have a full plate this month, so pull up a chair at the Cantina and get caught up!
From the Desk of the Detachment Leader
Greetings Troops,
Spring is upon us and it is the season of new beginnings. Just as in nature, so too are new things brewing on FISD from the advent of the Centurion costuming program, new merch, new staff, the Attaché program...it's hard to keep up on it all and that's why we continue to provide you this newsletter. Every event I go to someone remarks to me how useful it is to keep them abreast of what's happening.
And this is just the beginning of the year. FISD's staff is hard at working thinking up new ways to keep celebrating being stormtroopers in Vader's Fist - the 501st Legion.
For in the end this is what it's all about - having fun being a stormtrooper. We are the best of the best of Imperial Troops and should take pride in our costumes and sharing that passion with others.
2011 is our 5th Anniversary and there's plenty to shout about. Come visit your brothers (and sisters!) in arms on FISD, and join the celebration!
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Paul C. Hoeffer
TK-8020 "Daetrin"
Detachment Leader
Introducing the Centurion Program
In the spirit of the Expert Infantry Program that was designed to give Troopers an opportunity to go beyond Legion Standards, The Centurion Program is for the Trooper that has accuracy at the crux of their very soul. For the full overview of The Centurion Program visit here
What do we need from you? As a first step, we’re looking for input from all loyal Troopers as to what they would like to see from the program. The discussion started publicly on the requirements here which has since been closed and graduated to the Detachment only discussion going on here
Stay tuned for more information on this exciting program!
Additions to the Ranks!
The FISD Command Staff would like welcome Shooter and Bluey to the team!
Bluey - Detachment Webmaster
MEPD Detachment Leader and stationed at the Dewback Garrison Bluey will has some exciting plans lined up for 2011 that will make the site look and run better than ever!
Shooter - Public Relations Officer
Expert Infantryman and stationed at the Canadian Garrison, Shooter's main responsibilities will be keeping Troops up to date by any means necessary! The FISD will be ramping up it's presence on Facebook, Twitter and the main Legion Boards, as it is proven that informed Troops are effective Troops.
Join us on Facebook here and follow us on Twitter @FISD501st
The thread announcing these exciting additions can be found here
Swag Alert!
Patches
Regular FISD patches along with the EIB Rocker will be available in the next few weeks. Also in celebration of our 5th B-day we have in the works a full colr 12" patch. The patch thread can be found here and should be on sale by the end of the month.
Coins
Also in celebration the our 5th Anniversary, we will be issuing a commemorative Challenge Coin. This is a one-time production so be sure to check the boards as the interest thread will be ready shortly after final artwork is approved.
Attaché Program
Another brand new program for 2011, the FISD is looking for active Detachment Members to be the official representative of the FISD to their Garrison, as part of our overall outreach effort to the approximately 1800 Legion TKs who are not active with the FISD.
The primary objective of the Attaché program are to raise the level of FISD awareness legion-wide and by doing so, increase Detachment involvement. The secondary objective is to provide a "boots on the ground" level of insight into the wants and needs of the Legion TKs (both current and prospective) who dont't frequent the FISD, so that the detachment may better serve their needs. Finally, by working with the members of their local Garrison, offering advice and best practices as well as promoting the FISD as the definitive resource for all things TK, the program will contribute to the elevation of the costuming standards of the Legion Stormtrooper Corps.
Currently in development, the Command Staff is working on the final tweaks and will begin recruiting attachés next month. If you're interested or looking for more information on the program - stay tuned!
Brian Robinson
TK-2918 “tkrestonvaâ€
Provost Marshall
EIB Update
February and March have been good months for new EIB's!! 8 Troopers earned their Badge this month, congrats!
TK-9512 from the Golden Gate Garrison
TK-3261 from the Canadian garrison
TK-3255 from the Spanish garrison
TK-9539 from the Puerto Rico Garrison
TK-5929 from the Badlands Garrison
TK-9025 from the Georgia Garrison
TK-6533 from the Star Garrison
TK-8505 from the Nordic Garrison
Great work guys!!!
EIB Challenge - We're Almost There!
Only 2 to go for the EIB Challenge! Never has there been a better time to get your suit up to muster and get your Expert Infantry Badge. The next 2 TK's that are approved will win prizes! Click here for more info.
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Mason Carson
TK-4603 "Dashrazor"
Deployment Officer
Alert! Breaking news on the EIB Requirements for ROTJ/TKC/ICN
Given the latest high-definition screen shots from the games, new details have emerged that give us reason to reset the costume requirements for ROTJ/TKC/ICN. Interested? Come join the discussion! Poll to approve/reject will start after a week's Q&A.
From the Comm
Well, here we are in March, and already I feel like we’ve forgotten what our purpose is here on the FISD. We are less than three months into the year, and our shiny new motto, “Set for Fun,†is broken and bleeding by the wayside, to say nothing of the mockery that “Unquestioned Loyalty,†and “Troopers Helping Troopers,†has become. There has been infighting, arrogance, deceitful dealings, fraud, and unwillingness to answer reasonable questions. We have lost long-standing members, and seen what is tantamount to a split in the TK world. What happened? Is it even possible to get back on track?
The answer to that question is a resounding “Yes!†but it will take a substantial amount of work and determination from all of us. The attitude and mindset of this board cannot simply be a matter of direction from a handful of people. The staff here, as much as they might want to, cannot and should not direct members in their comments more than is required by simple appropriate content moderation. Thus it falls to all of you, the FISD troopers, to make this board what you want it to be.
The “Set for Fun†motto is a great one, because it reminds us that this is supposed to be FUN! Remember when you first got your armor…how excited you were? Let’s recapture that! If we work together to better our knowledge, keep the board fun, and help out new members, as well as collaborating on projects, I think we’ll see a lot of the stress go away. Remember that typing can be imprecise…be extra careful not to offend people with your comments. Be honest, but communicate with troopers in a way that you would want to be talked with. One of our best qualities here on the FISD is that we don’t see members making rude comments to new folks, something is fairly common on other boards.
“Unquestioned Loyalty†is important to remember as well…we need to stick together on this, and ultimately any issue. The staff will lead the way, with guys like Mason helping every trooper he can, and Brian watching to make sure that things stay friendly, but we have to take the lead. Don’t tolerate the divisive attitudes that we’ve been seeing...if nothing else, don’t fuel the offending thread! Loyalty is one of the most important character qualities that we can develop, and one that I hope you can see within the leadership here on the FISD.
I’m really looking forward to the rest of this year. We have a solid staff, good plan, and plenty of new TK-related discoveries in the works, to say nothing of all the new programs and merch that are being rolled out, but it can’t be done without the support of every trooper on here. As long as we work together, we can have a great year, and make the FISD a place that tops all of the other detachments with our forthright, honest, and friendly attitude.
Carry on.
Dan Brown
TK-2618 "Debater2nd"
Communications Officer
Trooper of the Month!
Congratulations goes to . . .
Cadet Stormtrooper Sean Howlers!
"Sean"
CTK0249
Queensland, Australia
Redback Garrison
Sean's outstanding work on his TK Commander is one of the best in the Legion, and he's only a Cadet! To see pics of Sean's completed TKC in action click here
Congrats Sean, for all of your hard work you will be one of the first to receive the 5th Anniversary coin! Artwork is being finalized and production will start soon!
Tip of the Month - How To: Tube Stripe Masking
Looking to emulate the originals and paint on your Tube Stripes? Our Intelligence officer has made it easy by creating a mask template. To add that extra touch and go that extra-mile visit here for the complete "How To:"
Shout out to the Nordic Garrison!
Recently, The Nordic Garrison Trooped The Sci-Fi Fair in Gothenburg, with about 20 or so Troopers participating during two days. They raised an amazing $4,200 USD for the "Child Cancer Fund" in Sweden. When it comes to Troops, this one has everything a Trooper is looking for, great pics, Anthony Daniels and even a Twi'lek!
For pics of the event click here and special thanks to Locitus for posting! Locitus will also receive a 5th Anniversary coin for keeping the Empire safe!
We're on Facebook and Twitter! (in case they didn't click on the "new staff link")
Click here for our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter @FISD501st
Thanks Troops, as always, your comments are welcome and encouraged as this Newsletter is for you! PM your questions/comments to Shooter, FISD Public Relations Officer (link to profile)
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Matt MacNeil
TK-4887 "Shooter"
Public Relations Officer
On behalf of the First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Command Staff.
End Transmission.
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