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Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 502	Posted - 2014.12.08 20:16:12 - [1] - Quote Capsuleers, My name is Xander Phoena and I would like to confirm my candidacy for the 10th Council of Stellar Management. Before we go any further, if you want to know a little more about me and my work on CSM9, you should begin by reading my candidacy announcement for CSM9. My main goal was to stand for two key things GÇô work on 0.0 and GÇÿCommunicationGÇÖ in the broadest sense between CSM, CCP and the player base. LetGÇÖs look at a report card for both of these goals: Communication GÇô My weekly reports have kept the player base informed of what CSM9 is up to on a regular basis with insight to what we are up to as a group, where we agreed with CCP, where we disagreed with one another and what particular issues I was personally focused on at any given time. IGÇÖm very pleased that I have been able to keep these going every single week despite issues being offshore and such like. That said, more could be done both personally and as a collective. I said this last year: GÇÿThe CSM as a body fails if it does not adequately communicate the wishes and thoughts of the player base to CCP, CCP's intentions and plans to the player base (within NDA obviously) and it's own work to both.GÇÖ We are closer to the above goal than we were a year ago but the work is not yet complete. Nullsec GÇô CCP is tackling 0.0 head on. We have had the jump nerf and some tweaks to structure HP but major changes to sovereignty are just around the corner. It is imperative that CSM does what it can to keep CCP on the righteous path they are currently on. Over the past few months we have seen blocs at war in-game join hands to push CCP for change GÇô 0.0 has never been so unified in ensuring sovereignty is improved for the overall health of the game. I have played some small part in that and wish to continue to do. Much good work has been done by CCP and CSM9 over the past six or so months. CCP is taking bold and brave steps in breathing new life into New Eden and CSM9 has been a vital part of that. But based on the two goals I set myself for CSM9, the work has begun and is going well but I feel the need to see it through to the end and to do that, I believe I need another term as a Council Member. I mentioned last year how I had worked very hard during CSM7 and CSM8 to bring the CSM closer to the player base and I can tell you that that doesnGÇÖt even begin to compare to the work involved in being a member of the CSM. It is also incredibly satisfying to feel you have made some small impact on the sandbox that is Eve. Many of you talk about how the CSM does nothing or has no power. I highly recommend you read thisto see how some CSM members worked incredibly hard on feedback received from the community on input automation via third party software and enacted real change in the game. This is a tangible, specific proof that your votes matter. Last year I was worried that my work offshore would make it difficult to be an effective member of CSM. I can confirm (as I hope can others on CSM9) that it hasnGÇÖt proved to be a hindrance. Indeed, it proved to be a huge help during the Summer Summit where I was able to attend every session bar one remotely from home. I worked hard to bring CSM to the player base before I was elected and I have worked incredibly hard as a CSM member over the past six or seven months. Vote for me and I will continue to do so. Most importantly, even if you donGÇÖt vote for me, vote for someone! Thank you for your time, Xander www.crossingzebras.com
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 502	Posted - 2014.12.08 20:16:47 - [2] - Quote Reserved. www.crossingzebras.com
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 502	Posted - 2014.12.08 20:17:36 - [3] - Quote Reserved. www.crossingzebras.com
Hendrick Tallardar Habitual Euthanasia Pandemic Legion 303	Posted - 2014.12.08 20:28:58 - [4] - Quote I've known Xander pre-CSM 9 and have recently worked with him on CrossingZebras.com and the new EVE101.com websites. While he can be a chore to communicate with at times and depending on if he's on crappy Oil Rig internet, he has always seen something through he promised he would see through. His podcast is quite good and he posts weekly about the role CSM have had in recent changes or announcements. EVE 101 Tutorial Series \| Monthly Nullsec Recap \| EVE Online Weekly
Tarek Raimo Eleutherian Guard Villore Accords 4	Posted - 2014.12.08 21:05:10 - [5] - Quote At the time of the last election I did not know Xander personally but he had my vote. In him I saw a candidate who was not a celebrity FC or held a high-level bloc leadership position, but a representative of the many nullsec line members. Not only that, I also saw someone who did his utmost best to deliver independent quality content for the community despite his demanding work schedule. Here's a candidate who kept his head level and his thoughts focused, never partisan, always passionate about the game and its players and with his moral compass pointing in the right direction. Since I have become a member of Crossing Zebras staff I only found every single quality I had assumed about him to be true. If you vote - as you hopefully will - then Xander definitely deserves to be on your ballot. Not because some in-game group endorses him, but because the CSM needs people like him. Also, if he gets elected, he promised he will wear one of those quaint checkered skirts the male natives of his country dress in on formal occasions.
Mike Azariah DemSal Corporation DemSal Unlimited 2096	Posted - 2014.12.08 22:25:10 - [6] - Quote I am glad Xander is running again. He has been and still is a strong proponent of the CSM process and an easy guy to work with. m Mike Azariah-á CSM8 and now CSM9
Manfred Sideous North Eastern Swat Pandemic Legion 1017	Posted - 2014.12.08 22:29:17 - [7] - Quote Xander is a great CSM and ill be voting for him. He goes out of his way to communicate with people and try to keep people informed. All you have to do is look at some of his publications and videos to know this guy has passion for the game and community. @EveManny https://twitter.com/EveManny
Jayne Fillon 444	Posted - 2014.12.09 00:03:36 - [8] - Quote Hi Xander! Great to hear you're running again. +1 Can't shoot blues if you don't have any. Long Live NPSI.
Lanctharus Onzo Alea Iacta Est Universal Brave Collective 54	Posted - 2014.12.09 03:16:23 - [9] - Quote Xander has already reached out to me in regards to an interview but for the sake of fairness. :D Good to hear that you have decided to run again. As you are aware we at the Cap Stable Podcast interviewed you during your run for CSM9 and we wish to do the same this year for CSM10. Here is our announcement: http://capstable.net/2014/12/01/council-of-stellar-management-x-call-for-candidate-interviews/ As we stated in the announcement, you can contact us to schedule your one on one interview via any of the following methods: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @CapStable Or via our contact form We look forward to speaking to you about your particular skill set and expertise in EVE Online and we hope you success in your candidacy. Sincerely, Lanctharus Onzo Co-host & Writer of the Cap Stable Podcast Military Director, Alea Iacta Est Universal Writer, Co-host of the Cap Stable Podcast Twitter: @Lanctharus
HVAC Repairman GoonWaffe Goonswarm Federation 847	Posted - 2014.12.09 12:19:36 - [10] - Quote do not elect this man he is a traitor to my heart Follow me on twitter
Endie von Posts Bat Country Goonswarm Federation 31	Posted - 2014.12.09 13:11:24 - [11] - Quote HVAC Repairman wrote: do not elect this man he is a traitor to my heart Ignore HVAC: this post leaves him with egg on his face. Xander is a good man.
Dirk Action Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 268	Posted - 2014.12.09 13:16:27 - [12] - Quote xander and endie are like the only good scots in the world a pity they still lick the boot of the queen
BadAssMcKill ElitistOps 927	Posted - 2014.12.09 14:30:34 - [13] - Quote Xander is ok but he still hasn't been able to explain what Irn Bru tastes like. So take that as you will
leetcheese Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 81	Posted - 2014.12.09 15:31:34 - [14] - Quote Xander is a rare thing in a CSM, he's proactive and communicative. I actually feel like the CSM does something other than get a trip to Iceland after interacting with him.
Alan Mathison EVE University Ivy League 15	Posted - 2014.12.09 16:34:34 - [15] - Quote Hi Xander! You and Crossing Zebras are the reason I actually know anything about the CSM. For me your communication and thought processes have been wonderful, so, you do indeed have my vote in YC117. Having said that, I'd like to ask you some questions I'm asking the candidates I'm seriously considering, if I could. Space has become littered with abandoned POS structures. What is your position on getting rid of them? I'd like to see, perhaps, a orbital degrading mechanic once the fuel is gone. This, then would open up the moons for pilots that will actually use them. The current mechanic, of course, involves Wardec-ing a possibly abandoned Corp and then sitting there for an extended period of time blapping the structures. I think something better is quite possible. EVE seems to be popularly seen as more than a game, perhaps moving into the hobby realm. I'm aware that some discussions have been held with regard to finding a way to bring a more casual player or a more casual play-style option into EVE. Would you advocate this? If so, how might this be done without fundamentally changing the nature of the game? Would it? It seems a given that CSM X and CCP will look at dealing with the SovNull question this term. Beyond that, from a gameplay perspective, what would you advocate as the next priority? EVE players seem to be quite passionate about the game, yet it is said that the voting rate for CSM elections is lower than that of even the United States midterms. Does this diminish the validity of the CSM? What would you like to do to combat the voter apathy that we see and effectively educate the voters on the reality of what the CSM can effectively do? Finally, and most importantly, do you like cats? :-) Thanks so much! -- Alan Mathison Proud Sophmore, EVE University
Kossaw Body Count Inc. Pandemic Legion 105	Posted - 2014.12.09 17:45:01 - [16] - Quote Xander has been an excellent CSM throughout his whole tenure, and his crossing zebras blog has been great at communicating with the entire community. + 1 WTB : An image in my signature
Dersen Lowery Drinking in Station 1320	Posted - 2014.12.09 18:25:09 - [17] - Quote I didn't vote for you last time because I was indifferent to yet another nullsec bloc candidate. But you've distinguished yourself, and you've provided lots of meaty updates and analysis at CZ, so I'm happy to eat crow about last year's judgment of you. You'll be on the ballots. Proud founder and member of the Belligerent Desirables.
JEFFRAIDER Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 368	Posted - 2014.12.09 20:18:24 - [18] - Quote Xander is awesome and in his time in PL has absolutely set the standard for a CSM to be communicative and approachable. He's just a great dude who has already proven he can do a great job at this and has the passion and energy to keep on succeeding. You've got my vote, boss.
Rockstara Blackwater USA Inc. Pandemic Legion 45	Posted - 2014.12.09 20:48:20 - [19] - Quote Xander has demonstrated that he is a great communicator which is an ideal trait for a member of the CSM as they are charged with communicating between the devs and the players. He is exactly the guy I want the devs to come to when they are trying to decipher the rationale behind our (the players) opinions of game design changes. He has my vote.
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 513	Posted - 2014.12.09 21:02:42 - [20] - Quote Alan Mathison wrote: Space has become littered with abandoned POS structures. What is your position on getting rid of them? I'd like to see, perhaps, a orbital degrading mechanic once the fuel is gone. This, then would open up the moons for pilots that will actually use them. The current mechanic, of course, involves Wardec-ing a possibly abandoned Corp and then sitting there for an extended period of time blapping the structures. I think something better is quite possible. I think some kind of degrade mechanic would be entirely reasonable. As you know, structures are going to be addressed soon - mainly in the case of sov but certainly not exclusively. I'll definitely make sure this question is asked at Winter Summit. Alan Mathison wrote: EVE seems to be popularly seen as more than a game, perhaps moving into the hobby realm. I'm aware that some discussions have been held with regard to finding a way to bring a more casual player or a more casual play-style option into EVE. Would you advocate this? If so, how might this be done without fundamentally changing the nature of the game? Would it? Hm, this is a tough one. See on the one hand, I would like to see there be more ways to play Eve 'quickly'. I hate that in Eve you normally need to sit down and dedicate a good chunk of time to any given play session. FW is maybe one of the few exceptions to this. So I guess I am more an advocate of 'quicker' gameplay options as opposed to more 'casual' ones. Whether that is actually an achievable goal, I'm not so sure. I definitely like the fact that Eve isn't a simple game and it caters to a fairly specific audience. I'm not necessarily sure attempting to attract a more casual audience in an attempt to increase subs is the way to go forward. Alan Mathison wrote: It seems a given that CSM X and CCP will look at dealing with the SovNull question this term. Beyond that, from a gameplay perspective, what would you advocate as the next priority? Another tricky one. I think lowsec as a whole, not just FW, could probably do with a good looking at. I think it's purpose and niche within the wider Eve universe has perhaps lost some focus of late and it could do with being worked on. Of course, those who fly in lowsec may avidly disagree with me there. Alan Mathison wrote: EVE players seem to be quite passionate about the game, yet it is said that the voting rate for CSM elections is lower than that of even the United States midterms. Does this diminish the validity of the CSM? What would you like to do to combat the voter apathy that we see and effectively educate the voters on the reality of what the CSM can effectively do? I don't think it diminishes the validity of the CSM. I also don't think there is a direct correlation between what the CSM can achieve and voter turnout. That said, it's reasonable to assume that CCP would be more likely to trust a CSM advocating a particular position on behalf of the player base when 90% of that player base voted them in than if 10% voted them in. As such, we all need to work hard to increase voter turnout. As to what can be done? CCP do seem to be doing more and I have very high hopes for that they have planned for the CSM X election. As CSM members, it is imperative that we each actively go out and engage with the player base. I myself have regularly blogged and taken part on #tweetfleet. I know some others have blogged, some have been incredibly active writing for news sites, some have been active on Eve-O or on their own alliance forums, etc. I will be watching the turnout figures for CSM X very closely indeed. Alan Mathison wrote: Finally, and most importantly, do you like cats? :-) I love cats and own one but I hate to tell you, I prefer dogs! Myself and my wife have two labradors and they are way more fun that our cat who I feel barely tolerates our existence. Thanks for the questions! www.crossingzebras.com
Malcanis Vanishing Point. The Initiative. 15846	Posted - 2014.12.09 21:12:39 - [21] - Quote Xander has been a sincere and effective member of CSM9, and it's also my personal opinion that he's a good character who would be too proud to betray his duty. CSM X will, god willing, have many EVE luminaries, members of the great and good of EVE who are obviously attracted to a term due to the increase in the CSM's credibility and reputation earned by the previous and current teams. But amongst these Titans, we should remember that just as the unconnected, unprivileged "little guy" in hi-sec needs a man like Mike Azariah, so the average mediocre grunt in 0.0 needs someone to represent his viewpoint and needs as well. And I deeply believe that Xander has the long exerience, both in game and on the CSM, to accurately represent that constituency. "It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his ISK/hr depends upon his not understanding it!"
Jaime Wulfe Blackwater USA Inc. Pandemic Legion 13	Posted - 2014.12.09 21:15:29 - [22] - Quote Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate go for it, u know who u are
corebloodbrothers Volition Cult The Volition Cult 925	Posted - 2014.12.10 10:09:23 - [23] - Quote Xander deserves his next council obviously, i knew him through his previous csm interrviews and he was a very nice Guy. Also within the csm he s a guy with a moral compass and a passion for eve. They say, what you see if what you get. Xandr works hard, nice guy. Worth your vote
Hitamino Better with Bovril The Bovril Collective 15	Posted - 2014.12.11 12:18:10 - [24] - Quote Communication is key to the csm, so I'm behind that completely.
Niden Moira. Villore Accords 132	Posted - 2014.12.12 10:26:07 - [25] - Quote I may be the EIC, but Xander Phoena is my boss and handles pay at CZ, so I'm voting for him. I'm a lowsec poor and will sell my vote to the highest bidder. Joking aside, Xander stood on a platform of communication and politically independent improvement of EVE Online through the will of the community. His conduct and work during CSM 9 have proven that he delivers on both points. If you vote for Xander you are not voting for a political bloc, you are voting for a truly independent conduit for the players. I've seen Xander go the extra mile to bring issues from the community to CCPs table, even ones that had absolutely zero to do with him as a player. He as without fault reported on the work CSM are doing every week through CZ, whilst being accessible in all manner of ways. Xander has his finger on the pulse of the community better than most and I would recommend anyone to vote for him. +1 /N Moira corp \| Villore Accords \| Gallente militia \|-á Lowlife on Crossing Zebras \| @Niden_GMVA
Alekseyev Karrde Noir. Suddenly Spaceships. 1687	Posted - 2014.12.16 17:42:21 - [26] - Quote Xander's a stand up guy and an excellent B-level podcaster He's worth your support to send him back for another successful year. "Alekseyev Karrde: mercenary of my heart." -Arydanika, Voices from the Void Hero of the CSM Noir./Noir. Academy Recruiting: www.noirmercs.com
Chitsa Jason Future Corps Sleeper Social Club 1298	Posted - 2014.12.21 16:07:21 - [27] - Quote Xander has sexy voice, there is no doubt CSM needs that! Burn the land and boil the sea You can't take the sky from me
Inggroth Aurora Ominae. The Gorgon Empire 39	Posted - 2014.12.30 08:33:02 - [28] - Quote **** poster but good man, glad you're running again. One of my top candidates for sure
Nashh Kadavr The Bastards 73	Posted - 2015.01.05 11:48:03 - [29] - Quote +1 #EVE_NT website; www.eve-nt.uk Blog; http://nashh-blog.pvp101.net
KIller Wabbit The Scope Gallente Federation 850	Posted - 2015.01.06 20:44:39 - [30] - Quote +1 Xander has worked hard and diligently delivered on his promises of great communication and keeping CCP's feet to the fire on controversial issues. Keep him in the game! CCP .. always first with the wrong stuff CSM .. CCP Shills with a vacation plan
ChYph3r Amok. Goonswarm Federation 143	Posted - 2015.01.06 23:12:47 - [31] - Quote Xander quit this craziness, go back to podcasting! And lower your skirt dammit. Want to find all the podcasts around EVE Online visit http://evepodcasts.com @chyph3r on Twitter
Freelancer117 So you want to be a Hero 228	Posted - 2015.01.08 21:57:01 - [32] - Quote Xander Phoena wrote: Over the past few months we have seen blocs at war in-game join hands to push CCP for change GÇô 0.0 has never been so unified in ensuring sovereignty is improved for the overall health of the game. I have played some small part in that and wish to continue to do. Much good work has been done by CCP and CSM9 over the past six or so months. CCP is taking bold and brave steps in breathing new life into New Eden and CSM9 has been a vital part of that. But based on the two goals I set myself for CSM9, the work has begun and is going well but I feel the need to see it through to the end and to do that, I believe I need another term as a Council Member. Do you honestly believe you as a CSM member and null sec resident have the power to change CCP games mind to make the new sovereignty system occupancy-based instead of the company's preferred "no sov" system with players fighting over objects like asteroid belts instead of over systems. source: http://cdn1.eveonline.com/community/csm/CSM9Summer_Minutes_2014.pdf Null-sec is the company's trump card when it comes to selling the game now that jesus features are scrapped and the game can only be marketed well through events like B-R5RB and Asakai and currently your alliance fight against BRAVE etc. This means the upper echelon management will have a final and definite view about how the new sov mechanics must work and we have seen how well they have listened in the past to customer feedback; it's not what you say but what you do they respond to. The players will make a better version of the game, then CCP initially plans. http://eve-radio.com//images/photos/3419/223/34afa0d7998f0a9a86f737d6.jpg
Protovarious Brave Newbies Inc. Brave Collective 16	Posted - 2015.01.10 03:01:13 - [33] - Quote There's a special place in our hearts for Xander. It's an enigma, really. We can't deny his dedication to the community. We admire his work / life balance and ponder how he manages to be an effective CSM member with his attendance at undeniably top levels. More importantly, he's a catalyst of what makes the out-of-game meta of this game so endearing. ...and we love to troll the living s**t out of him! Xander, of course you have my vote. You're a stubborn, hard-headed, egotistical, maniacal family man who always puts what the community and the game needs first above all the crap. So you're basically me. Xander Phoena for CSMX or riot. #Endorsed Co-host of The Neocom Podcast - http://www.TheNeocom.com Eve Community Blogger - The Eve Editorial - http://eveeditorial.wordpress.com Twitter: @Proto_Eve
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 541	Posted - 2015.01.10 03:21:36 - [34] - Quote Protovarious wrote: There's a special place in our hearts for Xander. It's an enigma, really. We can't deny his dedication to the community. We admire his work / life balance and ponder how he manages to be an effective CSM member with his attendance at undeniably top levels. More importantly, he's a catalyst of what makes the out-of-game meta of this game so endearing. ...and we love to troll the living s**t out of him! Xander, of course you have my vote. You're a stubborn, hard-headed, egotistical, maniacal family man who always puts what the community and the game needs first above all the crap. So you're basically me. Xander Phoena for CSMX or riot. #Endorsed As far as endorsements go, this one is rather epic. Cheers man! www.crossingzebras.com
appocalypsse State War Academy Caldari State 0	Posted - 2015.01.12 02:17:57 - [35] - Quote are you a official candidate of PL? other thank your weekly blog and the imput stuff what else have you done this year for the csm?
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 542	Posted - 2015.01.13 19:30:35 - [36] - Quote appocalypsse wrote: are you a official candidate of PL? other thank your weekly blog and the imput stuff what else have you done this year for the csm? Did you read the OP where I specifically listed some of the actual concrete things I have achieved this term? www.crossingzebras.com
Random McNally The Vendunari End of Life 92779	Posted - 2015.01.14 18:15:37 - [37] - Quote You were on my ballot for CSM 9. You will be on for CSM X. Good luck, Xander! Co-Host of the High Drag Podcast. http://highdrag.wordpress.com/ Check out the space music at http://minddivided.com In Game Channel HighDragChat
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 545	Posted - 2015.01.14 19:07:45 - [38] - Quote For those of you interested in the CSM process, I highly recommend reading CCP Leeloo's dev blog from today wherein I detail what I feel my accomplishments were this term: http://community.eveonline.com/news/dev-blogs/csm-9-review/ www.crossingzebras.com
Laurici eXceed Inc. No Holes Barred 71	Posted - 2015.01.14 23:15:48 - [39] - Quote Xander Phoena wrote: appocalypsse wrote: are you a official candidate of PL? other thank your weekly blog and the imput stuff what else have you done this year for the csm? Did you read the OP where I specifically listed some of the actual concrete things I have achieved this term? Actually, I think this is pretty fair cop. The things you list are the weekly updates and having "played a small part" in the null sec discussion. You specifically talk a lot about "ccp" and "the csm" but don't list your actual contributions. Additionally, you mention in the CCP Dev Blog about the input broadcasting which was a pretty hot topic for most csm members. Do you see your role as mainly an unofficial CSM reporter? The other question is pretty fair, are you an official PL candidate?
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 545	Posted - 2015.01.15 08:33:40 - [40] - Quote Laurici wrote: Xander Phoena wrote: appocalypsse wrote: are you a official candidate of PL? other thank your weekly blog and the imput stuff what else have you done this year for the csm? Did you read the OP where I specifically listed some of the actual concrete things I have achieved this term? Actually, I think this is pretty fair cop. The things you list are the weekly updates and having "played a small part" in the null sec discussion. You specifically talk a lot about "ccp" and "the csm" but don't list your actual contributions. Additionally, you mention in the CCP Dev Blog about the input broadcasting which was a pretty hot topic for most csm members. Do you see your role as mainly an unofficial CSM reporter? The other question is pretty fair, are you an official PL candidate? Fair enough. To be clear, from the CSM dev blog released by CCP Leeloo yesterday: 'A couple of things that came slightly out of the blue which I wanted resolved have come to me from the player base since I was elected. The first was the issue of input automation which I very quickly engaged CCP on with initially, limited success. I requested a session to discuss this at length at the Summer Summit and you can read how that particular conversation went in the Summit Minutes. It was clear that this urgently needed addressing so it was fantastic to see CCP clarify what was a previously grey area and to feel I personally played a significant part in that. I also wanted to address how CCP devs actively play the game in a very real way after the issue was brought up by a player. After all, how can a dev balance the demands of a large 0.0 bloc FC if they canGÇÖt experience said gameplay themselves? This is something I pointed at CCP Rise and Fozzie when they came on Crossing Zebras a few weeks back and I believe CCP will act on this in the not too distant future.' I thought I had mentioned these in my original OP in this thread but clearly not - my bad. As to being a reporter, I definitely consider that part of my job but not all of it. As listed above, I have achieved real, concrete change as well as being a conduit for the player base. As so being a PL candidate, I am a candidate standing on the CSMX election who flies with PL same as Manfred Sideous and Bobmon. www.crossingzebras.com
Tat Anga Galactic Transplantation 0	Posted - 2015.01.25 01:44:26 - [41] - Quote Reading through CSM Winter Summit minutes and I can see Xander is definitely very (if not the most) involved with the decisions and discussions. He is always there asking questions, giving suggestions. From what I've seen I can say that he really takes his job at CSM seriously and not afraid to take responsibility. You earned a place in my ballot =). Also if you check his lines in those minutes he is bold with the topics and questions! Definitely the CSM we need and the CSM CCP deserves :P
Hendrick Tallardar Habitual Euthanasia Pandemic Legion 361	Posted - 2015.01.25 05:51:04 - [42] - Quote Xander, As someone who works with me on the EVE101.com project, what are your thoughts on the New Player Experience in EVE in general? What do you think can be improved upon and adjusted to better incentivize new players into venturing down the path of PVP and eventually subscribing? One point of contention I have with the tutorials is that it does a very poor job introducing and preparing players for the concept of permanent loss when undocked and attacked by other players (or when their ship is destroyed by NPCs). There is also the problem regularly stated that a new player "has no clue what there is to do" when starting out and simply runs missions and so forth as commented on by CCP Rise at EVE Vegas. It could be said this is because the "sandbox gameplay" doesn't open up for the player until several hours into the game and beginners tutorial is completed. Your thoughts? EVE Online Weekly & Monthly Nullsec Recaps \| EVE 101 Tutorial Series
Langbaobao Tr0pa de elite. Pandemic Legion 44	Posted - 2015.01.25 10:44:41 - [43] - Quote Xander is legit a great guy. You will get my votes.
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 553	Posted - 2015.01.25 20:43:56 - [44] - Quote Hendrick Tallardar wrote: Xander, As someone who works with me on the EVE101.com project, what are your thoughts on the New Player Experience in EVE in general? What do you think can be improved upon and adjusted to better incentivize new players into venturing down the path of PVP and eventually subscribing? One point of contention I have with the tutorials is that it does a very poor job introducing and preparing players for the concept of permanent loss when undocked and attacked by other players (or when their ship is destroyed by NPCs). There is also the problem regularly stated that a new player "has no clue what there is to do" when starting out and simply runs missions and so forth as commented on by CCP Rise at EVE Vegas. It could be said this is because the "sandbox gameplay" doesn't open up for the player until several hours into the game and beginners tutorial is completed. Your thoughts? Sup Hendrick. Cheers for the question. The NPE was a huge topic of conversation at Summit. It clearly needs improvement. There's no shocker there. Not gonna lie - regarding your 'loss' comment, I completely agree however it didn't really come up at Summit. I think your second comment kind of brings up the bigger issue which isn't just teaching players the basics, it's pushing them in some kind of direction in Eve. The tutorials do a bad job of that at the moment. CCP showed us some 'very' cool ideas for where they could go with this in the future. We made 'very' clear that CCP should actually go and do these things. I hope they do. If they do, I think the NPE will be SO much better. Sorry for being vague but yeah, CCP are aware of the issue, they have some very solid ideas on how to solve it and I hope they follow through. www.crossingzebras.com
Hendrick Tallardar Habitual Euthanasia Pandemic Legion 364	Posted - 2015.01.26 10:28:21 - [45] - Quote As a follow up, what are your personal thoughts on areas of interest that need a complete overhaul and what would you like for that specifically to be? (eg. making the career choice an immediate thing in the tutorial rather than later on or adding a PVP training zone in highsec starter systems etc.) EVE Online Weekly & Monthly Nullsec Recaps \| EVE 101 Tutorial Series
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 553	Posted - 2015.01.26 14:34:35 - [46] - Quote Hendrick Tallardar wrote: As a follow up, what are your personal thoughts on areas of interest that need a complete overhaul and what would you like for that specifically to be? (eg. making the career choice an immediate thing in the tutorial rather than later on or adding a PVP training zone in highsec starter systems etc.) See I have to be careful with this question because I actively now 'know' what CCP are planning to overhaul in the coming months. I say something which I know isn't slated to be on the table and I get egg on my face potentially or I say something I know is coming and it's grandstanding. What I will say is that as you saw from the Minutes, the immediate NPE - that first hour or so someone is in the game - is so super important and some of the ideas CCP showed us at Summit are fantastic. I genuinely think that even more than sov update, this NPE stuff is utterly vital to the long term health of the game. www.crossingzebras.com
Hendrick Tallardar Habitual Euthanasia Pandemic Legion 364	Posted - 2015.01.27 10:49:24 - [47] - Quote Well, let's just humor the concept you don't know what CCP are planning. What did you personally believe to be the biggest area of weakness for the NPE as a whole prior to joining the CSM? EVE Online Weekly & Monthly Nullsec Recaps \| EVE 101 Tutorial Series
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 554	Posted - 2015.01.30 00:24:30 - [48] - Quote Hendrick Tallardar wrote: Well, let's just humor the concept you don't know what CCP are planning. What did you personally believe to be the biggest area of weakness for the NPE as a whole prior to joining the CSM? Edit - On a side subject, in this Capstable Podcast discussion the topic of having the CSM 10 candidates personal information remain private came up after CCP announced that will be the policy. As someone whose real name and such is already out there, what are your thoughts? Do you agree with Marc Scaurus, a former contributor at your website CrossingZebras who also levels some pretty strong criticism at you on his blog, in that perhaps your personal information should be put out there in order to run for CSM amidst the current gaming community's controversies? Things such as investigating people's personal lives, harassing those peoples family members and so forth over video games. I think the biggest issue getting players through the NPE is that crucial first 30 mins to an hour. People need to be grabbed in that timeframe except we all know that Eve isn't a game that's easily played in 30 min - 1 hour bursts, let alone that very first 60 minutes. There's one key way they could get round this and I can't discuss it in too much detail as it is NDAed but I certainly hope CCP follow through on it. I didn't spot Marc's post but wrt CSM members identities being private or not, I really don't have a particularly strong opinion either way. If someone in Eve really wants to go after you, they can probably find your real name pretty easily - gamergate only proves this thesis imho. On the other hand, there are some great potential CSMers out there who haven't stood up to now because they didn't want their names public. I guess we shouldn't be making it easier for them ofc but I certainly have zero issues with my name being public then CCP changing the rules down the line. www.crossingzebras.com
Mynxee Signal Cartel EvE-Scout Enclave 48	Posted - 2015.01.30 13:38:28 - [49] - Quote I didn't know Xander last year but included him on my CSM9 voting slate because I liked what I read and heard from him. This year, I've gotten to know him much better through his excellent and regular CSM posts and as a result of my having joined Crossing Zebras as a staff writer. I'll tell you this: HE CARES ABOUT THIS GAME! He is well spoken, knowledgeable, passionate, and engaged. He has been an actively contributing and communicating CSM9 member. He will be in the top tier of my CSMX slate and he deserves your vote too. Good luck, Xander, I hope you have the chance to continue the work you did on CSM9! Disclaimer: No, I wasn't paid to say this. Lost in space, looking for sigs... Blog: Outlaw Insouciant
Grath Telkin Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 2689	Posted - 2015.01.31 02:20:29 - [50] - Quote Laurici wrote: The other question is pretty fair, are you an official PL candidate? You know its funny we don't enforce an official thing, your votes are your own (unless you're angelus X). Most years theres only one or two guys who want to try, this year there are 4 guys in PL who'd like to try out. Ive been super critical of past PL CSM guys (and mazzi) for a relatively low level of communication. Xander is a fairly engaging guy, and if you consider what the man does for a living and that he still maintains his level of activity CSM wise you're left impressed . He's a solid choice in internet spaceship politics Malcanis - Without drone assign, the slowcat doctrine will wither and die.
Hendrick Tallardar Habitual Euthanasia Pandemic Legion 373	Posted - 2015.02.01 08:51:35 - [51] - Quote He is also running a blog/podcast and helps support EVE101.com behind closed doors. The guy knows what commitment means. EVE Online Weekly & Monthly Nullsec Recaps \| EVE 101 Tutorial Series
Raziel Walker Lucifer's Hammer A Band Apart. 25	Posted - 2015.02.02 09:43:36 - [52] - Quote http://funkybacon.blogspot.nl/2015/02/csm9-review-blog.html http://funkybacon.blogspot.nl/2015/02/a-response-to-ccp-leeloo.html Bloggers have more influence as the CSM. You are so disillusioned you don't give a **** about the entire process anymore. Why are you running again instead of removing your candidacy? Why would I vote for you besides to troll CCP (Leeloo)?
Angry Mustache GoonWaffe Goonswarm Federation 188	Posted - 2015.02.04 10:08:17 - [53] - Quote More of a roundabout meta question for you Xander. What qualities in a candidate do you think makes one the most electable? What qualities would actually make a candidate the most effective once elected? And makes a candidate good to work with on the council as a team. Are any of these qualities mutually exclusive. An official Member of the Goonswarm Federation Complaints Department.
John Holt Apollo Technologies Inc 31	Posted - 2015.02.04 16:52:29 - [54] - Quote I didn't vote for Xander in the last election. I thought his personality was to explosive for the csm. He proved me wrong and I will be voting for him this time around. Done my time in null sec, now I'm just a Privateer wandering around High and Low Sec.
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 560	Posted - 2015.02.04 17:05:21 - [55] - Quote Angry Mustache wrote: More of a roundabout meta question for you Xander. What qualities in a candidate do you think makes one the most electable? What qualities would actually make a candidate the most effective once elected? And makes a candidate good to work with on the council as a team. Are any of these qualities mutually exclusive. Thanks for the great questions Angry. Qualities that make a candidate the most electable? Well without putting too fine a point on it, being a senior member / candidate from a 0.0 makes a huge difference. Whether it is fair or reasonable or not, if you are the candidate in a 0.0 bloc, that trumps just about any other quality. It's the nature of the beast. I think though the question you are actually asking is 'what qualities would I like to see in a candidate?' Before they are even elected, I like to see someone with a proven history of interacting with the community. Whether that be in alliance forums or twitter or a blog or here on Eve-O or whatever - I like to see someone who has went out of their way to interact with other players outside of the game. I personally like to see someone who understands their particular fields of the game (anyone who tells you they know everything about every part of the game is lying), is able to back up their own particular point or argument when necessary but also understands how to listen to opposing arguments and back down with it is correct to do so. They need to be able to communicate effectively with other Council members, CCP and the player base while also being able to effectively prioritise what is important in any situation. They also must understand that they will almost certainly be working with someone in the other 13 members who have distressed them in game in some way. Being able to put the meta aside is imperative. And understand that you will need to work hard at certain times, particularly around Summit. That was doubly so when we had to do the Minutes ourselves. I think that kinda answers questions two or three as well but I am more than happy to answer any follow-ups you have Angry. As to whether they are mutually exclusive. Well put it like this, I am of the opinion that there are no 'perfect' council members on CSM9. Some get (a lot) closer than others but we all have things we can improve on - we are only human. I'd like to see all of the above in a council member but I realise that I myself am not perfect and try to be tolerant in the foibles of others. www.crossingzebras.com
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 560	Posted - 2015.02.07 22:21:01 - [56] - Quote Some other CSM candidates have been discussing me and transparency of late. I felt it only right that I added to the discussion: http://crossingzebras.com/on-transparency/ www.crossingzebras.com
Tyrant Scorn 186	Posted - 2015.02.07 22:38:39 - [57] - Quote I've asked this question to other Eve Media participants, be it podcasters, bloggers or video casters, so I will ask you the same question. I have a question in regards to being a participant in the Eve Media community. With all of the leaks, the controversy surrounding several Eve Media participants, going all the way back to the start of CSM9 and now with the latest drama surrounding FunkyBacon... Do you think it's wise to run ? I personally as a content creator think, at this point in time, it's gonna set you back as a content creator, in time, as well as in having a voice that can speak his mind openly without the NDA lurking in the background. Don't you think being a content creator would serve the community a lot better then you could as a CSM ? Legacy Of A Capsuleer Podcast Http://www.legacyofacapsuleer.com Sponsors: Eve Online Hold 'Em \| EveTimeCode.com \| GameTimeZone.com
Dermeisen Hedion University Amarr Empire 0	Posted - 2015.02.10 20:17:13 - [58] - Quote This candidate is legit, two fisted standup guy. His website & podcast after TMC is the goto resource for ear-to-the-ground journalism. You have my vote, a return player who followed the meta in the form of crossing zebras.
Bellak Hark New Eden Media Organization 36	Posted - 2015.02.16 09:25:55 - [59] - Quote Good luck, here is your ad.
Speedkermit Damo Demonic Retribution 387	Posted - 2015.02.16 14:49:21 - [60] - Quote Grath Telkin wrote: Laurici wrote: The other question is pretty fair, are you an official PL candidate? You know its funny we don't enforce an official thing, your votes are your own (unless you're angelus X). Most years theres only one or two guys who want to try, this year there are 4 guys in PL who'd like to try out. Ive been super critical of past PL CSM guys (and mazzi) for a relatively low level of communication. Xander is a fairly engaging guy, and if you consider what the man does for a living and that he still maintains his level of activity CSM wise you're left impressed . He's a solid choice in internet spaceship politics Grath, you should run for CSM one of these days. I'd bloody vote for you. Protect me from knowing what I don't need to know. Protect me from even knowing that there are things to know that I don't know. Protect me from knowing that I decided not to know about the things that I decided not to know about. Amen.
StupidGenius Charante Alea Iacta Est Universal Brave Collective 19	Posted - 2015.02.21 13:33:48 - [61] - Quote Recently, Xander Phoena and I sat down to discuss his CSM X Campaign. Listen here: http://capstable.net/2015/02/21/xander-phoena/
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 569	Posted - 2015.02.21 20:07:46 - [62] - Quote StupidGenius Charante wrote: Recently, Xander Phoena and I sat down to discuss his CSM X Campaign. Listen here: http://capstable.net/2015/02/21/xander-phoena/ Massive thanks to the Cap Stable guys for this interview and all the work they have done this election season. I wrote up a little piece following up some of the accusations that have been aimed at me this election season now that CCP have definitively stated there were zero CSM breaches this term: http://crossingzebras.com/on-transparency-ii/ www.crossingzebras.com
ShadowandLight Trigger Happy Capsuleers Soviet-Union 343	Posted - 2015.02.22 22:43:18 - [63] - Quote I'm very strong candidate in regards with his communication to the community, his desire to see a more robust 0.0 landscape and his desire to see supers and titans become more useful but hopefully not game breaking as they were/are now. However his stance on input duplication (he's against it) and his unknown position on other multiboxing tools leaves me very concerned. I hope he accepts my request for an discussion on one of our podcasts soon. EVE Online and Multiboxing Legacy of a Capsuleer Podcast
Alekseyev Karrde Noir. No Not Believing 1711	Posted - 2015.02.23 00:48:46 - [64] - Quote Xander definitely deserves another go, even if it means having to wait months between CZ eps. It's a bitter pill ;) "Alekseyev Karrde: mercenary of my heart." -Arydanika, Voices from the Void Hero of the CSM Noir./Noir. Academy Recruiting: www.noirmercs.com
Alan Mathison EVE University Ivy League 49	Posted - 2015.02.23 15:56:58 - [65] - Quote Xander: Just wanted to mention that I enjoyed your Cap Stable interview. Indeed, in some cases, I thought your answers were better than the questions. I look forward to dragging you to my voting block later this week. -- Alan Mathison, Proud Sophmore, EVE University The YC117 CSM Election. VOTE! "Or I don't even wanna know you." CSM-X Candidates List: Sugar Kyle, Jane Ting, Mike Azariah, Ashterothi, Steve Ronukan, Xander Phoena, Chance Ravinne, Dave Korhal.
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 569	Posted - 2015.02.23 16:19:38 - [66] - Quote Alan Mathison wrote: Xander: Just wanted to mention that I enjoyed your Cap Stable interview. Indeed, in some cases, I thought your answers were better than the questions. I look forward to dragging you to my voting block later this week. Thanks dude. The Cap Stable dudes have done amazing work this year and I was very relieved that they managed to squeeze me in at the end. Glad that my answers worked for you too. www.crossingzebras.com
Dermeisen Hedion University Amarr Empire 6	Posted - 2015.02.25 12:37:28 - [67] - Quote We have had the distinct advantage of having Xander on CSM 9, facilitating our insatiable interest in all things Eve. 1. All acknowledge the work he's put in, regardless of whatever they may make of him personally: I hear Dickens was a bit of a cad but its beside the point I think. 2. He's put his weight and intellect behind the removal of multibox automation increasing profits for miners, and hopefully increasing the constituency of miners, and therefore their stake in the game. 3. He delivers the skinny on what's going on in the CSM and presses CCP to tell us and keep us informed up to the mark but no further. 4. He's demonstrated that he's independent, articulate and hardworking with a deep interest in the game above! and he's a no nonsense Scott! Ignore the slurs, especially from those with an agenda in the run up to the election, if you want to keep on being so well informed!
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 572	Posted - 2015.02.25 17:42:32 - [68] - Quote Sat down to talk about the process with the Legacy of a Capsuleer dudes a few days ago. Recording is now available to listen to here: http://www.legacyofacapsuleer.com/mp3/LOAC_ep_21.mp3 Please get out and vote and good luck to all the candidates! www.crossingzebras.com
Xander Phoena Sniggerdly Pandemic Legion 574	Posted - 2015.02.25 22:04:51 - [69] - Quote I have detailed my own ballot and the reasons for it in my latest CSM9 Weekly Report here: http://c-z.me/csm9wk42 www.crossingzebras.com
Dan Seavey Allier Seavy Acquisitions 21	Posted - 2015.02.26 17:41:10 - [70] - Quote Hello Xander. Can you please give me your opinion/answer on the following topics? 1) Destructible clothing. ( Pod gets popped, your monocle, jack boots and CCP certified panties get atomized.) this has been discussed in the forums, and would make a decent Isk sink, and industry sideline for P.I products. 2) Smuggling. The current state of it is, to say lightly, ******. What is the point of having contraband when it's a lottery run by customs officials to haul it to other destinations? Do you think this will ever be on a small changes agenda? 3) Bounty hunting. A potentially huge and exciting activity for new players and bitter vets alike. Broken beyond repair, is there any indication that CCP might address this in the near future? I understand that smaller improvements get the back burner before major issues like SOV, POS overhauls, and NPlayer experience, but surly there is an argument to revisit poorly build or broken features (Number 1 and 2 ) sooner than later? Are these anything you would consider bringing to the table if re-elected Thank you for your time. Dan Seavey Honey Never Sleeps.

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