For those who missed it or want the log for posterity, here it is.

[13:02] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw sets mode: +m
[13:02] [GM_Kadann] Welcome all to another Vast Empire meeting
[13:03] [GM_Kadann] It's been 6 years now since the start of the Vast Empire
[13:03] [GM_Kadann] Many events and occurances have transpired during this time
[13:03] * Raziel is now known as SGM_Raziel
[13:03] [GM_Kadann] I'd like to thank all the members for making this club what it is today
[13:04] [GM_Kadann] Apparently we don't have a vocalist who can sing the VE Anniversary song....if anyone would like to volunteer, msg me now
[13:04] * Sheepy-the-retarded is now known as Sheepy|Retired
[13:05] [GM_Kadann] Let's go ahead and start some division reports
[13:05] [GM_Kadann] we have a lot of activities going on the rest of the day so have fun
[13:05] [GM_Kadann] Fury, you have the Army report?
[13:05] [HG_Fury] I do. And thanks to you for your leadership over the past year.
[13:06] [HG_Fury] Troops, we've had a long, difficult year go past.
[13:06] [HG_Fury] Activity down. Members uninspired.  Many dark days.
[13:06] [HG_Fury] Today, it is MUCH different
[13:07] [HG_Fury] Our chapter contribution makes the Navy cringe and causes their twigs and berries to suck up to their bellies in shame.
[13:07] [HG_Fury] Which it should as that is our job.
[13:07] [HG_Fury] More importantly however, is that WE are proud of our activity.
[13:08] [HG_Fury] We now have many valuable storywriters, some old and a few new surprising entries.
[13:08] [HG_Fury] We have gaming again, from our old standards to those who participate in Galaxies.
[13:09] [HG_Fury] The past few months have be an echo of our prior levels of activity. I want to see more of it across the board.
[13:09] [HG_Fury] I want to hear what you troops want to see and do in the future.
[13:09] [HG_Fury] We have a solid core membership that puts in it's time and effort.  I want to see those people recognized and rewarded.
[13:10] [HG_Fury] More importantly, I want to see more reasons for people to come join us.  You all can help make that happen.
[13:10] [HG_Fury] We're driving to Coruscant in the Chapter.  We are beginning to get back to core gaming. 
[13:10] [HG_Fury] Let us see what else we can do.
[13:11] [HG_Fury] Before I end, I want to take the time to recognize those who have helped lead over the past year.
[13:12] [HG_Fury] At the command level, no one works harder behind the scenes than High Colonel Cosmic. I want to reward him with the Steel Cross of Palpatine [SCP] - The highest medal to be awarded an Army member. It is awarded only if the recipient has shown courage under fire, displayed the proper manners befitting an Imperial officer, surpassed the expectations of normal activity, and have changed the army in a positive way because of his/her actions.
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[13:12] [HG_Fury] In handling recruits to covering for myself and Peacemaker in our absence, he is a vital part of the Corps.
[13:12] * Rema is now known as CPL_Rema
[13:12] [HG_Fury] Day late, dollar short.
[13:12] * Cosmic is now known as KPT_HCL_Cosmic
[13:12] * HG_Fury sets mode: +v KPT_HCL_Cosmic
[13:13] * KPT_HCL_Cosmic Salutes
[13:13] [HG_Fury] I have notified Cosmic of what he just missed. Let's let him take a bow.
[13:13] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] Thank you, sir.
[13:13] * HG_Fury salutes
[13:13] [HG_Fury] Thank you Cosmic.
[13:13] [HG_Fury] We have another recipient of the SCP.
[13:14] [HG_Fury] Captain Rizzit, please step forward.
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[13:14] * HG_Fury sets mode: +v `2LT_Rizzit
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[13:14] * ChanServ sets mode: +q Tsume
[13:14] * ChanServ sets mode: +o Tsume
[13:14] * `2LT_Rizzit steps forward
[13:14] [HG_Fury] No, that's not a typo.
[13:15] * Tsume is now known as GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw
[13:15] [`2LT_Rizzit] ok, cause that was my next question
[13:15] * `2LT_Rizzit is now known as CPT_Rizzit
[13:15] [HG_Fury] For your contributions in stirring up our squad leaders, sometimes by force, you are hereby promoted and rewarded.
[13:15] [CPT_Rizzit] thank you sir
[13:15] [HG_Fury] It is a thankless job - I know because I've been there.
[13:16] [HG_Fury] Congratulations and thank you.
[13:16] [CPT_Rizzit] your welcome sir
[13:17] [HG_Fury] We have another honorable mention at the command level.  Sergeant Major Raziel stepped up into a platoon level job when asked, even though he loved leading and being part of a squad.
[13:17] [HG_Fury] We reward him with the Pride of Coruscant [PoC] - Conferred to Imperial officers who the Vast Empire Army is very proud of, and deems them the best officers in service.
[13:18] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw sets mode: +v SGM_Raziel
[13:18] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw sets mode: -vv CPT_Rizzit KPT_HCL_Cosmic
[13:19] [HG_Fury] Last but not least we have a few squad leaders who make all our lives easier by attempting to motivate their troops and occasionally just winging it without waiting for orders.
[13:19] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw sets mode: -v SGM_Raziel
[13:21] [HG_Fury] It is that inspiration and dedication we need at that level.  I would like to recognize Gunnery Sergeant Afyon, Gunnery Sergeant Kuroishi, and Sergeant First Class Merrick with jobs well done and the awarding of the Crescent of Heroism [CoH] - A medal for the command staff members that have given their all to increasing the activity of the army and Vast Empire in general. This medal shows prestige and above all else loyalty to the ever-growing
[13:22] [HG_Fury] I suspect in the coming weeks we will reward individual squad members based on their activity in the first phase of the chapter as well as other recent activity.
[13:22] [HG_Fury] Watch and wait for those.
[13:23] [HG_Fury] Keep up the good work people and hopefully we'll get on to the next phase of the chapter soon.
[13:23] [HG_Fury] Thanks for everything.
[13:23] * HG_Fury takes a seat.
[13:23] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Fury
[13:24] [GM_Kadann] If anyone has the Navy report, msg me now
[13:24] [GM_Kadann] Talon, please step forward
[13:24] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw hefts himself out of his seat and walks to the podium
[13:25] [GM_Kadann] For your service, continued dedication and loyalty shown towards the Vast Empire, you are hereby promoted to High General
[13:25] * GM_Kadann salute
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[13:25] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw whips the robe off, straitens his uniform, and salutes
[13:26] [GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Thank you, sir.
[13:26] * GN_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw is now known as HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw
[13:26] [GM_Kadann] And now you get to give your report 
[13:26] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Oh goody!
[13:26] * HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw slips the robe back on.
[13:27] * Phoenix is now known as SSG_Fallen_Angel|AC_Phoenix
[13:27] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Ladies and gentlemen of the Empire's finest, I must say I'm proud to have served with you for over four years now.
[13:28] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I joined back in February of 2000, having found the VE from a link that Trigit gave me.
[13:29] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I was becoming tired of the Zone scene, and something about the VE struck me as special.. something different.
[13:30] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I joined and started out as a PFC under Seth Simes in Panther squad. I was quickly shifted to Iron Horse, under TJ and that's where history started.
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[13:31] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] With the help of Anakin later on, TJ and I brought Iron Horse to a level that the rest of the Army used as an example. We were granted the first ever title of Elite and we had a great deal of fun with our stories.
[13:32] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] and then I was promoted.. ]_[
[13:33] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Heh, I'm kidding. My officer-hood has been fun as well. I've enjoyed helping others get situated in the VE, work on the structure of competitions, and build web pages that are used every day.
[13:34] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I've seen a lot of names cycle through command positions in my day, and the majority of them have been very good. I would like to thank those that made my time here more enjoyable.
[13:35] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] To the current division commanders and lower command, thank you for the hard work. You make all of this possible.
[13:35] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Squad(ron) Leaders... troops and pilots. Thank you. You are the heart and soul of the Vast Empire. Without you, we would be TRIC..... strike that from the record. Without you, the Vast Empire wouldn't exist.
[13:36] * HG_Fury grimaces
[13:36] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I've had a great 4+ years here. Let's look forward to another 4.
[13:36] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Now, on to the reports.
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[13:38] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Chapter 8 is about to go to phase 2, as soon as Moorja is captured. I'm looking forward to that especially because the Dark Jedi will finally be able to get into the action.
[13:38] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Army, you're doing well. Keep up the forward momemtum. Navy.... you're doing well with what you have, but please try harder.
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[13:39] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] As for the Dark Jedi Order, I was talking with Trigit last night and he suggested something that made me slap my forehead. It's time to get some action going before we get into Chapter 8. Sorry for the delay. Bad planning on my part.
[13:41] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] Hopefully everyone's heard of the events going on today after the meeting.. One of which is simply called "Kill Talon"
[13:41] * Liquid is now known as DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus
[13:41] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] I've fired up Jedi Knight once again and it's time to see what the VE's got.
[13:41] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] For those that don't know, I normally play Guns, Full Force, in either Green ( http://www.vastempire.com/talon/green.zip ) or Nar Shaddaa Loading Terminal (default level).
[13:41] * SSG_Fallen_Angel|AC_Phoenix is now known as SSG_Fallen_Angel|JRN_Phoenix
[13:42] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] The old bounty of 200K ICs is still on my head, and I'm toying with paying anyone a little something just for playing a game. If so, you'll be paid by how many games you play.
[13:43] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] One bit of fair warning.. if you use grip or blind, I will pull out all the stops and kill you repeatedly and without mercy. ]
[13:43] * SG_Trigit grins evilly
[13:43] [HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw] That's all I have, thank you.
[13:43] * HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw bows and takes his seat
[13:43] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Talon
[13:44] [GM_Kadann] Liquid, you have the Navy report this week?
[13:44] * GM_Kadann sets mode: +v DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus
[13:44] * DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus nods
[13:44] * DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus salutes, and steps up to the podium
[13:44] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] I've been here a little over 2 years, and let me tell you, the pleasure has been all mine.
[13:45] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] I've seen this club come from the height of activity, to a screeching halt (on the navy's behalf) and back up to an (almost) acceptable level
[13:45] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] I'd still like to see a bit more, but I can't ask for too much. This is, after all, just a game
[13:46] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] I haven't been seeing much of an influx of recruit as I did whenever I first started my reign as NTO, but I hope to change that in the coming weeks
[13:46] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] I have, however, seen some of the Army guys decide to join and help out
[13:46] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] My thanks goes out to them.
[13:46] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] Also, Xwing Vs. Tie will be up, I have it installed, and although I'm not that great at it, I welcome anyone to come and try their luck
[13:47] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] If I don't get any bites, the server will be taken down, see me after the meeting for the address.
[13:47] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] That is all.
[13:47] * DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus salutes sharply, then steps down and takes a seat
[13:47] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Liquid
[13:47] * DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus nods
[13:47] [DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus] thank you
[13:47] [GM_Kadann] Trigit, you would like to add something?
[13:48] * GM_Kadann sets mode: -v DJK_1LT_Liquid|Ret_SGT_Solidus
[13:48] * GM_Kadann sets mode: +v SG_Trigit
[13:48] [SG_Trigit] I would
[13:48] [SG_Trigit] Thank you
[13:48] [SG_Trigit] First, an actual piece of official business concerning this server
[13:49] [SG_Trigit] Divisional Commanders, I am giving you the right to name people on your High Command that I will grant limited IRC Operator privilges to
[13:49] [SG_Trigit] I do this for many reasons, none of which I will go into, but PM me with who you want added and I will get to work on it
[13:50] [SG_Trigit] Secondly, if any off you have any side clans, clubs, etc, know that they are all welcome here
[13:50] [SG_Trigit] Ok, now off of the official stuff
[13:51] [SG_Trigit] I myself have been here a litlte over 4 years, I joined in December of '99
[13:51] [SG_Trigit] In that time, you all have seen me go through periods of inactivity, and periods of good activity
[13:52] [SG_Trigit] I have been on the HC of every division in the VE, including the EH and the DJO
[13:52] [SG_Trigit] Hell, I even founded an Army squad
[13:52] [SG_Trigit] The past 4 years have been great because of you people, it's why I kept coming back
[13:53] [SG_Trigit] I am honored to have been able to share the experiences with all of the members, past and present
[13:53] [SG_Trigit] That is all I had to say
[13:53] * SG_Trigit slips back into the shadows
[13:53] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Trigit
[13:54] * SG_Trigit sets mode: -v SG_Trigit
[13:54] [GM_Kadann] Raziel, you have something you would like to add as well?
[13:54] * GM_Kadann sets mode: +v SGM_Raziel
[13:54] [SGM_Raziel] Hello everyone, just wanted to jump on the "thank you" bandwagon
[13:54] [SGM_Raziel] i joined sometime in early 2001, not sure exactly when
[13:55] [SGM_Raziel] i joined Raiders who were temporarily commanded by Fury
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[13:56] [SGM_Raziel] I spent some time under Cosmic's command and then moved onto Wraiths, where i was made SL novermber 2001 i think
[13:56] * Daishi is now known as RA
[13:56] [SGM_Raziel] Firstly i want to say a BIG thank you to Talon and Fury
[13:56] [SGM_Raziel] I have bugged Fury non-stop since i joined
[13:56] [SGM_Raziel] and have been bugging Talon greatly of late
[13:56] * RA is now known as RAU_Daishi
[13:57] [SGM_Raziel] (almost) always they have helped me out greatly, and i probably still wouldnt be around if i hadnt had help from Fury at the start
[13:57] [SGM_Raziel] Cosmic, i believe you've done an amazing job for the VE as everyone knows and it was great to serve under you at the beginning
[13:58] [SGM_Raziel] Thanks Kuroishi for jumping in to take over Wraiths and keep them going really well
[13:58] [SGM_Raziel] And Rizzit, you've already been recognised for your hard work, and thank you for my current job!
[13:59] [SGM_Raziel] Finally, thanks to the guys at the top who've always kept the show runnin' and thanks to everyone else for being great and making the VE great!
[13:59] [SGM_Raziel] cheers!
[13:59] * SGM_Raziel salutes
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[13:59] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Raziel
[13:59] [GM_Kadann] Cosmic, you have something to add as well?
[13:59] * GM_Kadann sets mode: +v KPT_HCL_Cosmic
[14:00] * GM_Kadann sets mode: -v SGM_Raziel
[14:00] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] Thank you.
[14:00] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] I've been here for a while myself, so I guess I should say something as well.
[14:01] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] Like a lot of people here, I joined in the '00 era, and it'll be my fourth year here this September.
[14:01] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] All I can say is that the VE has gone through many twists and turns on this rollarcoaster, and thus we've had some ups and downs.
[14:03] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] What's amazing to me is that there are a lot of people here who have devoted to this club, and who are  here  today. Yes, we have had our ups and downs, but we've faced those good and not-so-good times together as one unified club.
[14:04] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] The Vast Empire is no doubt one of the finest in the 'net, and I'm sure that all of us are going to make sure that we stay that way. This means expect a whole lot more suggestions and behind-the-scenes work from me.
[14:05] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] I'm proud to say that I'm part of the Vast Empire, the VE. The VE has been my Star Wars and Cyberspace home for almost four years now, and I plan on staying here for a lot longer.
[14:05] [KPT_HCL_Cosmic] Ok, now I'm done.
[14:05] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Cosmic
[14:05] [GM_Kadann] Rizzit, you have something to add as well?
[14:05] * GM_Kadann sets mode: +v CPT_Rizzit
[14:05] * HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw sets mode: -v KPT_HCL_Cosmic
[14:06] [CPT_Rizzit] yes I do
[14:07] [CPT_Rizzit] and Raz: you're welcome
[14:07] [CPT_Rizzit] okay, like my current adjutant: I joined in 2001
[14:08] [CPT_Rizzit] I started as "Jedi" under Cosmic's leadership in Raiders Squad
[14:08] [CPT_Rizzit] shortly after our first ESC, Cosmic had left us with Snake to persue a job as commander of training
[14:09] [CPT_Rizzit] then Snake had left me in charge to persue a position under Japer as the Addjutant
[14:10] [CPT_Rizzit] I have seen many things in my time here, both happy and sad: the loss of @, gaming that took place non-stop until 1am est and further, recruiting contests, talented storywriters, etc....the list goes on and on
[14:11] [CPT_Rizzit] but like many have said before me its you that make up the VE
[14:11] [CPT_Rizzit] and im running out of things to say
[14:12] [CPT_Rizzit] so basically thank you to all the squads, especially raiders
[14:12] [CPT_Rizzit] who have made my stay in the VE so memorable
[14:12] * SSG_Fallen_Angel|JRN_Phoenix is now known as RaidersW00t
[14:12] [CPT_Rizzit] cheers
[14:12] * RaidersW00t is now known as SSG_Fallen_Angel|JRN_Phoenix
[14:12] [GM_Kadann] Thank you Rizzit
[14:12] * GM_Kadann sets mode: -v CPT_Rizzit
[14:13] [GM_Kadann] Thank you all for coming today
[14:13] [GM_Kadann] you've all made being a part of the Vast Empire worthwhile
[14:13] * HG_DJM_Talon|COM_CEO_Claw cheers and throws confetti