War Bear
Sharks With Frickin' Laser Beams
Mercenary Coalition
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Posted - 2007.06.18 03:57:00 -
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For my part I honestly had no idea how this whole cluster fux would turn out in the end. I knew we'd have a solid run. I knew we'd give our best just like always. I didn't know how much firepower and determination the other side was going to bring. As just another grunt it was a bit unnerving to see the story unfold while just trying to ride through it.
The MC gained so much during the course of this war. It goes way beyond the victories or the stations or the fanfare. Our gains are much cooler.
Our then newest corp, Eternity, had just finished its growing cycle as well as its growing pains. They were then dumped into a trial by fire the likes of which not many in EVE can say they've gone through. These guys passed their stress test with flying colors. If anyone doubted that an MC born and raised corp could make it they only have to look to Eternity for proof. These guys kick as much ass as any other MC corp. Keep a close eye on them. ;)
SERA. Who the hell are these guys? To be honest I had no idea when I first met them. First impressions combat wise were along the lines of "Holy hell these guys are nuts.". Afterwards there's an internal thread "So what do you think of these guys?" quickly followed by a "We're giving them a trial run in the MC.". It's funny, you can hang out with people for years and not know them. Fight along side someone on the other hand and you get to know them very quickly. These guys are hardcore and impressive to watch in action. I'm very, very happy to welcome SERA to the family. :D
I've seen new FC's come out of no where and take the reigns of not only MC pilots but allied pilots as well. In the year plus I've been in the MC there hasn't been a single time that I haven't trusted our fleet commanders with my ship. That is probably the single biggest compliment I can possibly give you regarding your performances. You guys inspire those under your command and it doesn't go unseen.
We've gained a wealth of knowledge over the course of the war that you simply can't put an ISK value on. Logistics, capital warfare, anti capital warfare, communications, fleet tactics ... the list just keeps going. We may be good at what we do but we're always learning, always adapting and always trying out new things out just because they haven't been done before. The phrase "fight smarter, not harder" comes to mind and it's something that rings true in this alliance.
Finally this campaign (like many others before it) took all of these elements and tempered them into a harder, stronger element than it was before. I'm looking forward to seeing what is next in store for us. 
To all of our allies I would like to thank you for putting your trust in us and for laying it on the line damn near every day for weeks on end. I hope you guys keep the fire burning and defend what you all fought hard for.
To those we fought against I would like to thank you also. For keeping us on our toes, for bringing some seriously epic battles and for keeping the fights smack free. I honestly wish you guys good luck in your futures.
Anyway, enough rambling from me. 0_o7
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