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SirMolle
Evolution Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:44:00 -
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Ascendant Frontier
The Band of Brothers stops today to indulge in short reminiscence. The purpose of this announcement is to transcribe the most general viewpoint shared among our alliance with honesty and clarity.
The Precedent The Band of Brothers war against the Ascendant Frontier has officially ended. Victory has been achieved with the complete dissolution of Ascendant Frontier as a sovereign 0.0 entity. Of the 4800 strong, now remains a lonely few, and in the next week, all stations are secured and new inhabitants in place. We claim, and no one can dispute, a full and complete victory.
The Motive The reasons for war are simple and straightfoward. Months of cold war, stockpiling and building with no end in sight. BoB provoked repeatedly and waited, and waited. For a short while it appeared as if the boiling point had been reached. Instead of explosive all out war, it fizzled into the nothingness known as CODA. The intended backbone of this coalition became too fearful of risking multi-billion ISK capital fleets and exposing their multi-billion ISK outposts on a gamble. Superpowers contented themselves in displaying might with weekend ops and campaigns against those in their backyard.
The reasons for selecting ASCN as the target were stated and restated, and will be once more. ASCN were the biggest and most likely to offer the best challenge, while keeping us occupied the longest. In theory, the unstoppable force versus the unmovable object. D2 almost had it, but morphed itself into a defensive alliance. The choice came down to fighting ASCN or mini-ASCN. All opposing claims were either misinformed, or fictional.
Due Process Initial plans and expectations called for an 8-12 month war, with intervention from multiple outsiders on multiple fronts. No requests to allies made; no mercenaries hired. If there was glory to be had, sharing it was never our intent. Furthermore, no attempts on enemy sovereignty were scheduled before six weeks had passed. The invasion of TPAR-G led to one of the poorest tactical maneuvers of all time, and let us proceed well ahead of schedule. The invasion of Paragon Soul four weeks later was done in high spirits and high confidence. Within two weeks the region was secured, and within three it was cleared out. Following a one week lull of operations, Band of Brothers anchored a single POS in AZN-D2 at the start of December. Capitalizing on two more mistakes, we were able to capture C9N-CC and OOYZ. Following the three failed attempts on removing us (which led to the most epic battle of the war), we laid siege to all 14 starbases in AZN-D2 in mid December and cut the heart from ASCN on Christmas Day (weÆre naughty, not nice). The majority of Feythabolis fell before the end of the year. On Jan 1st, ASCN announced it would make its last stand in RIT after losing the majority of its corporations, assets, and territory. Following a week long blitzkrieg of Prime Orbital space where five more stations were captured, the Alamo reconsidered their options and surrendered.
In conclusion, it took four weeks to break ASCN's will to fight, three weeks to conquer Paragon Soul, and four weeks to conquer Feythabolis. War quickly degraded to POS bashing and ganks as BoB went head to head with Strontium Clathrates, but a few memorable battles were had.
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ElCoCo
KIA Corp
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:45:00 -
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Edited by: ElCoCo on 05/01/2007 17:46:39 So what's next? edit: oops, real sorry I messed it up
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SirMolle
Evolution Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:45:00 -
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The Evidence Only rough statistical estimates can be offered at this moment, as the true count can only be given once all fighting has ceased. ASCN forces have suffered an estimated 2500 Battleship deaths with equivalent number of poddings, and 17,000 other ship losses for an average of roughly 200 ships downed per day. In addition, over a hundred starbases were destroyed and several attempts to spam them rendered ineffective. Throughout this entire war, we have refrained from using this tactic and deployed only as many as needed. AZN-D2 was secured with two towers (coincidence?). A tentative figure on damages inflicted to both sides in this war stands at 1.5 Trillion ISK - the bloodiest war yet. On home turf, Ascendant Frontier were unable to destroy a single capital ship, down a single starbase, recapture sovereignty, or outperform us a single day. Because of the pillaging, looting and fire sales, that figure remains very one sided.
In conclusion, the dedication and willpower of our pilots in performing the work necessary for dismantling years of foundation and resource stockpiling is unparalleled by any single group EVE. It is evidence that even sovereignty wars favour the bold, not the rich. It is evidence that tactics will always remain superior to number. It is evidence that even the biggest can fall. And it is all the evidence you need to stop whining about game mechanics.
The Witnesses For outsiders, even neutrals, this whole endeavour meant new opportunity. The fall of one Empire may have displaced thousands from their home, but it has also given thousands more a chance to make theirs. Or simply profit from it. It would be against our interests to disturb the net balance, as we firmly believe 0.0 should be populated - even by those with no interests in alliance politics and warfare. To slander our residents and allies with terms like slavery ignores the situation present in most organizations. There is no free lunch; all territorial alliances have taxation and expectation. There is less of either under BoB sovereignty, with arguably far better representation. Corporations and alliances are free to do as much of any activity they wish, without fear of constantly being judged or held accountable by their peers. No token efforts that deceive everyone involved. If you fail out here, the cycle of blame begins and ends with you. This simple segregation of interests promotes self-improvement, instead of the vicious cycle of blame.
The Verdict This concluding era in EVE lends reason only to those willing to move forward and adapt. Size and wealth alone is not power, and must not be perceived as such. One would think the phrase ôPvPers can mine, miners canÆt PvPö was born from experience. ASCN thought if they excelled in areas of industry or economics, it would excuse them from dealing with all others. ASCN thought the image of strength and unity was equivalent to the real thing. ASCN thought building a foundation of structures was more important than building one of friendships. ASCN thought peace, diplomacy and deterrence was the end game of survival.
ASCN thought wrong. If BoB is approaching Empire status, it won't be from updates to the territorial map. It won't be the amount of capital ships in our fleet, or the size of our income. It won't be the number of hardcore PvPers we steal, or iconic leaders we forge. It won't be the tricks we pull, or ones you think we will. It won't be the image we have in EVE, or the image we believe. It won't be the experiences we had in ages past, or achievements held dear.
It will be the brotherhood shared as we keep striving through no cessation of efforts to best everyone - including ourselves - in all conceivable ways.
It will be the fun we have risking everything, and showing you how its done.
Soon, the Pendulum will swing again. Tick Tock.
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XoPhyte
Vanguard Frontiers Ascendant Frontier
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:46:00 -
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Edited by: XoPhyte on 05/01/2007 17:48:29 It was a good fight, and was a lot of fun. To bad things didn't go differently. GF Bob, I have a lot of respect for your abilities on the battlefield. Though it may not have been the best or most memorable war, it is one I am glad to have been a part of and I will always remember it.
Good luck to all the ascn pilots that gave it their all during this war. I will miss flying next to you guys on the battlefield.
--- Siggy Starts Here---
Originally by: Shamis Orzoz Most people in eve would rather win than have a good fight
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CallMe 8675309
Gallente Truth In Advertising
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:46:00 -
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oh look another longwinded Sir Molle post about how awesome BoB are
Cue DB Preacher posting about how BoB are omnipotence itself and how nobody could ever possibly defeat them
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Captain Kaizoku
Deniz Mahsulleri Ofisi
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:47:00 -
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Will ex-ASCN become BOB pet or join d2 for revenge and combine powers?
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Stavros
Amarr Viziam
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:48:00 -
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*snip* Posting with an unidentified character and characters in NPC corporations in this forum is prohibited. If you wish to participate in the discussions here, be sure to have your corporation and or alliance status ticked in your forum settings. - Kreul Intentions ([email protected]) --
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HolographicEntrypoint
Hybrid Syndicate
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:50:00 -
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so say we all ---
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Joshua Foiritain
Gallente Coreli Corporation Corelum Syndicate
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:52:00 -
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Gotta love Molles (Or his press agents) writings -----
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Harisdrop
Gallente ClanKillers Dusk and Dawn
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:52:00 -
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I never realized how awesome you must feel. I guess your the first alliance to claim you destroyed an Alliance! New NPC NPC Market |
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Har Ganeth
STK Scientific
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:53:00 -
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How long did it take 39 dreads to take down the 5-4 POS in AZN? :o
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Fred0
Cutting Edge Incorporated RAZOR Alliance
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:54:00 -
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Congratulations to BOB! Whatever everyone else says. It was a big thing achieved without you guys breaking a sweat. Inspiring stuff indeed!
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Tyrrax Thorrk
Amarr Umbra Congregatio Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:54:00 -
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congrats
I see a marked reduction in Linkin Park lyrics in this press release !
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Rennard
Janissaries
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:54:00 -
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Originally by: Captain Kaizoku Will ex-ASCN become BOB pet or join d2 for revenge and combine powers?
+1
This is very important what they will do. ASCN pvpers who lost, they didnt quit game, their skills still exists, their experience grow a lot more.
What will they do?
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EL TITAN
Caldari Destructive Influence Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:56:00 -
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Good post Molle.
I just wanted to say good fun to ascn, some of you really layed down everything on the battlefield and made things fun.
o\
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Shrike
Evolution Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:57:00 -
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Originally by: Har Ganeth How long did it take 39 dreads to take down the 5-4 POS in AZN? :o
16 hardners, Minmatar... in one word.. WAY TO EFFING LONG!
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Fi T'Zeh
Evolution Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2007.01.05 17:59:00 -
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Originally by: Shrike
Originally by: Har Ganeth How long did it take 39 dreads to take down the 5-4 POS in AZN? :o
16 hardners, Minmatar... in one word.. WAY TO EFFING LONG!
I endorse this statement. ....
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Crucifier
The Collective Against ALL Authorities
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:02:00 -
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First page in a bob thread, im getting better ------
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Arrgs
Umbra Congregatio Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:03:00 -
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Edited by: Arrgs on 05/01/2007 18:13:21 Reguardless of what side you take in this game downing ASCN is something you can't deny or take away from BoB.
Congratulations.
My first video!
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Sgt Blade
Cutting Edge Incorporated RAZOR Alliance
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:05:00 -
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dam thats alot of losses well done bob Hypnotic Pelvic Thrusting Level 5 |
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Atreus Minmatarius
Privateers Privateer Alliance
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:06:00 -
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Edited by: Atreus Minmatarius on 05/01/2007 18:06:23
Originally by: SirMolle . We claim, and no one can dispute, a full and complete victory.
Hey, I've heard that one before... It was from a guy that stood before a banner that said "Mission Acomplished", on a ship .. might not have been a spaceship but still. Too many similarities, is it deja vu? I do believe his victory was kinda disputed, we see what happens with yours...
and yes me too, i'm in a boob thread
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SK Rooster
Team Americas Anarchy Empire
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:06:00 -
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Well as much as everyone smacks you guys I must say if things went down the way you say that is amazing. Keep up the good work and keep those alliances on their toes :D
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Electric Cucumber
Amarr coracao ardente Sani Khal'Vecna
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:06:00 -
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more wars now please
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TrippyX
Caldari The Syndicate Inc
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:08:00 -
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Edited by: TrippyX on 05/01/2007 18:09:09
Originally by: Harisdrop I never realized how awesome you must feel. I guess your the first alliance to claim you destroyed an Alliance!
BoB didn't destroy ASCN.. ASCN destroyed itself.
Anyways, war was fun for most of it.. got boring towards the end for me personally. And as far as I can tell RIT-A7 is still under ASCN sovereignty so BoB isn't completly done yet
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NTRabbit
Caldari Guiding Hand Social Club
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:08:00 -
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Fascinating.
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Arrgs
Umbra Congregatio Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:09:00 -
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Edited by: Arrgs on 05/01/2007 18:10:22
Originally by: Atreus Minmatarius Dribble
The diffrence between Iraq and ASCN is the terrorist can still uses various houses (stations) in Iraq (ASCN regions).
My first video!
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Ikvar
Sharks With Frickin' Laser Beams Mercenary Coalition
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:11:00 -
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However many people post derogatory comments about BOB in this or any other threads, they can't deny that no one consistently (or every arguably) pull out the results or show the skill, teamwork and dedication that BOB do. People may claim that 'BOB only have 3 good pilots' when they gank a lone NPCer in Delve or whatever but when BOB do something as a whole, their opponents get dead real quick.
Originally by: Rennard
This is very important what they will do. ASCN pvpers who lost, they didnt quit game, their skills still exists, their experience grow a lot more.
What will they do?
Join BOB?
Originally by: Rekindle I was in an empire system when they used their grief tactics to explode everything I own.
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Righteous Fury
Slacker Industries
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:12:00 -
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An impressive performance, as always. Nice write up.
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Ritchler
Gallente EliteCCP.Com
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:12:00 -
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Originally by: CallMe 8675309 oh look another longwinded Sir Molle post about how awesome BoB are
Cue DB Preacher posting about how BoB are omnipotence itself and how nobody could ever possibly defeat them
Oh look, another ASCN member who doesn't have the balls to use his main
omgosh
pwnt
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Soulis
Slacker Industries
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Posted - 2007.01.05 18:14:00 -
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good post.
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