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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
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Posted - 2013.05.29 09:44:00 -
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One of our recent graduates posted the following on our forum:
"What OUCH does for students is incredible. YES it's "just a game," but the confidence you teach to people that are willing to learn helps them not only as a pilot, but in their lives. The sense of pride and accomplishment is more than just another acheivement; it opens up an entirely new level of playing EVE than could be reached before. I watched this transition in [name redacted] and I can tell you, just hearing and watching how he transitioned from carebear to combat pilot was a very neat thing to witness."
No need for me to add anything. Join us.
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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
356
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Posted - 2013.05.30 22:50:00 -
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As of this month, OUCH has now graduated over 200 students. That may not seem like much considering how long we've been around; however, we do not graduate students following a single class or roam. Graduation from OUCH represents a significant investment of both the player's game time, and the game time of several OUCH instructors. Training consists of nine structured modules which take a total of about 10 hours to complete. Following the classes, students must then successfully negotiate a nullsec gauntlet run, and join our fleets to participate in a specified number of kills. Only then can the student apply for graduation.
Although we accept all applicants, our program is not for everyone. It can be intense. It can be frustrating at times. Depending upon the skills and experience of the student, he may feel as if he's being fed with a fire hose or he may feel he is being forced to crawl at a snail's pace.
But there can be no doubt that our graduates have gained a wealth of knowledge that vastly elevates their play.
Join us. See what we have to offer.
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Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
2
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Posted - 2013.05.31 22:28:00 -
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Eve is a complex, difficult, and often unforgiving game to learn. If it were as easy as Wow, a few million pilots would be logged in nightly. It takes time, patience, and some tenacity to become proficient in the different areas: industry, mining, trading, pvp, etc. There are so many avenues to explore and each has its own learning curve.
The OUCH program focuses on two popular areas: nulsec survival skills and basic pvp. As with any educational program, students reap what they sow. Those who put in the time to attend modules, apply the lessons taught, and finally practice, practice, practice, reap the greatest benefit.
If you're willing to put in the time, then join us and elevate your game. |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
2
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Posted - 2013.06.05 00:03:00 -
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There is always something to learn in Eve, just look at all the changes introduced in Odyssey. For myself, I'm constantly reminded how much I yet to learn, especially in the area of PvP. I totally ignored PvP for most of my time in Eve, but now I have a new found interest. Thankfully, in OUCH, I have many great pilots to learn from.
There are many ways to learn more about PvP:
1) Just go do it, i.e. learn from the School of Hard Knocks. Buy a bunch of ships and go find some pew-pew. It may be expensive and one should expect to lose a few ships.
2) Search the Internet. There is plenty of information out there, the problem is separating the good advice from the bad.
3) Join a PvP corporation. Eve has many good PvP corporations out there but their focus is not always on training. Focus is often on PvP and while the new guy might get a class or two, much of the learning still comes from the 'School of Hard Knocks'.
4) Eve University offers some self-paced training videos/recordings, sometimes supplemented with student roams. I don't see many instructor led offerings, but I'm also not an expert on Eve Uni.
5) With Agony Unleashed, players can join one of their training classes / roams. These are usually largely attended events as we see Agony blobs regularly roaming Curse.
6) Join OUCH. OUCH exists to train pilots. (This is the option I recommend.)
Highlights of the OUCH program:
- Instructor led classes scheduled weekly. Plenty of time to get good information and ask any questions.
- Plenty of live-fire PvP 'Out on the Bubble' each week.
- Active forum with great guides and other training material
- Active TeamSpeak, where students are welcome to listen in and ask questions
- An Operations Team that is passionate about the mission of OUCH: Sharing knowledge and experience.
How do you want to learn PvP? Join us!
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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
356
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Posted - 2013.06.06 01:31:00 -
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In the world of Internet spaceships, it really doesn't matter whether you think it's all "serious bizness" or you're just in it for casual escape. But for you to get the most enjoyment from the vast sandbox of New Eden, you need to understand the game well enough to accomplish the day's chosen objective.
OUCH will teach you how to travel safely through the most treacherous space lanes, and how to effectively select and engage targets.
Join us. All it will cost you is commitment.
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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
356
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Posted - 2013.06.12 01:54:00 -
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Odyssey sure brought a lot of changes. Good? Bad? It all depends upon your personal Eve. That's the beauty of the game. That's the paradigm of the sandbox. Your Eve is very personal, and no two people play the same game.
But no matter what your Eve, and no matter how expansions change the game, Eve is a dangerous place. Nullsec? Lowsec? Hisec? There is NO place even reasonably safe in New Eden.
OUCH can teach you to survive. Teach you to travel through hostile space. And teach you to assess threats and engage targets on your terms, according to your play style.
Join us. We'll teach you to navigate the dangers of New Eden.
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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
363
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Posted - 2013.06.14 09:02:00 -
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Those of us for whom the mystery and majesty of New Eden is our siren's call know that we are here for the long haul. We have ambitions, vague they may be, that stretch into the months and even years ahead. We may not know where we will be living this time next year, but we know exactly when we will finish training Advanced Spaceship Command V.
With such a long view on skill points, doesn't it make sense to invest a small portion of your game time to learning actual game mechanics and piloting skills? What if, by spending just a few weeks with an experienced training corp, you could dramatically improve your game? Would you invest the time? No? Well, then we'll see you on the red side of the killboard.
Join us. |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
4
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Posted - 2013.06.17 13:45:00 -
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When I started playing Eve some years back, the concept of the game being a big sandbox was foreign. My previous MMO experience came from EverQuest, DAoC and WOW. Eve was just a cool space based MMO and admittedly the most complex MMO I've played. It was hard for me to grasp that pilots make the rules in Eve. A pilot is free to play the hero, or to be the villain. Pilots are free to adopt any play-style that fits, and fly any ship for which they have the skills/resources.
For example: When I first ventured into null, I fully expected to lose my ship and probably my pod. So, I chose a cheap frigate and used a clone with no implants. My wallet would not sustain a riskier play-style. After a couple losses, I bought a cov-ops frigate thinking a cloak would make navigating nul easier. However, as I quickly discovered, a cloak doesn't offer much advantage if you don't understand the mechanics of nul. I obviously didn't understand how to navigate nul and my ship was soon snared in a dictor bubble and popped.
Surprisingly I see the same behavior exhibited regularly in Curse, only it isn't always in a cheap frigate but often in an expensive transport with a hold full of faction loot, blueprints, exploration loot, etc. Many pilots jump gate-to-gate and land squarely in our bubble. Our merry band is always excited to see a transport ship.; such prizes make our day.
Ouch can help pilots, new or old, better understand nul mechanics, bubbles, and why it is risky to warp gate to gate. Join us, train with us and get tools to more easily navigate nul while reducing the risk to both ship and pod. Our training also covers basic PvP, where you can be the hunter vs the prey. The training is free, and we accept all who apply.
On the other hand, pilots are always welcome to play the game their way. Fly any ship they want, anywhere they want. Jump into nul and have a ball. If that is your play-style, please visit Curse. Traffic has been slow, so fly out and visit our bubble. Our staff and students are eager to entertain you.
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Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
5
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Posted - 2013.06.19 16:00:00 -
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Our merry group of staff and students recently entertained a player claiming to be 'new to EvE'. One never knows if the pilot was truly GÇÿnewGÇÖ or just claiming to be new. In any event, the poor guy landed in our bubble where he was quickly dispatched and provided a fast trip to his home station. Shortly after, he asked , why he was attacked, his ship destroyed, and his pod killed. Welcome to EvE Online; a dangerous place for a new and unprepared pilot.
Anyone who ventures into the hostile space of Eve-Online risks attack the minute their ship enters space. It doesnGÇÖt matter if the pilot is in hi-sec, lo-sec, or nul-sec space, everyone is vulnerable. Those who play the Eve accept this peril; however, knowledge and skills allow pilots to travel about Eve more safely. OUCH teaches pilots how to avoid and counter the risk of attacks and traps. We teach survival skills, and provide an introduction to pvp. Players may not be interested in, or even desire to engage in pvp; however, it is only a question of when, not if, they find themselves in a pvp situation.
Join us, be prepared! |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
6
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Posted - 2013.06.21 18:19:00 -
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New to Eve Online? Feeling overwhelmed by the depth and breadth of this big sandbox? If so, join OUCH, and let our team show you how to navigate the universe and how to defend yourself when called for. The lessons taught in OUCH will serve you well as you continue your adventures in Eve Online.
Join us. |
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Neme Orlenard
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
0
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Posted - 2013.06.22 06:54:00 -
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Carebear ? - I was
Bored with only running missons in Hisec? - I was
Ever been in low or null ? -- "too scared there be bogeymen!"
Don't be scared of the bogeyman, become the bogeyman
Join OUCH, learn how to live in Null and love it |
Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
364
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Posted - 2013.06.24 10:09:00 -
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Hisec, lowsec, nullsec and W-space. These are the major playgrounds in New Eden. Some are typically considered more dangerous than others, but there is no doubt that all are dangerous. The real difference in these areas is not the degree of danger or likelihood of pod death. The real difference is simply a matter of broad rules of engagement. Oftentimes, the successful pilot is the one who understands the rules of his area of operations. And pod death comes to those who do not understand the mechanics of bubble camps and gate ganks.
While OUCH chooses to play in nullsec, the things you will learn as an OUCH student will prepare you for whatever playground you choose to call home.
Join us. Learn the rules of your chosen sandbox.
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Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
364
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Posted - 2013.06.26 00:13:00 -
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A former member of Eve University and former OUCH student has posted an unsolicited assessment of the OUCH training program over in the Eve Uni Work Fair forum. It's an honest and insightful assessment. Well worth a read.
Join us.
[url]http://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=62297&p=600215#p600215[/url] |
Togg Bott
Sebiestor Tribe
Minmatar Republic
55
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Posted - 2013.06.26 04:09:00 -
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Mid sept of 2012... I had just gotten my email From O.U.C.H. Graduation after having completed all requirements. I had been part of many gate kills some we shouldn't have.. also lost a couple ships on the Gate... did a couple roams with Sygma... those ended Badly.
I was walking down the street, I went to cross the road at the crosswalk. I got hit in the middle of the crosswalk by a drunk driver.. needless to say, I been awhile getting back into shape.... looking to maybe... if allowed to join back into O.U.C.H. for another go around.... after all I have been outta everything for a good bit. |
Psi Theta
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
364
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Posted - 2013.06.26 22:53:00 -
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Togg Bott wrote:Mid sept of 2012... I had just gotten my email From O.U.C.H. Graduation after having completed all requirements. I had been part of many gate kills some we shouldn't have.. also lost a couple ships on the Gate... did a couple roams with Sygma... those ended Badly.
I was walking down the street, I went to cross the road at the crosswalk. I got hit in the middle of the crosswalk by a drunk driver.. needless to say, I been awhile getting back into shape.... looking to maybe... if allowed to join back into O.U.C.H. for another go around.... after all I have been outta everything for a good bit.
Togg, I remember you and think I even taught one of your classes. Sorry to hear about your accident. You were dropped from corp due to inactivity. You are free to re-apply and can go back through again if you'd like. We'd be glad to have you back.
Join us.
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Willie Horton
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
13
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Posted - 2013.06.28 11:18:00 -
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If you dont want to "grab a rifter " and die in ball of fire when ever you enter lower security systems,visit us and we will give our best to help you to survive more in your attempts of making new adventures.
It is always scary first time ,we will try to shake that fear off and make you see null sec as natural part of your game. |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
7
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Posted - 2013.07.09 02:42:00 -
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Every student should take something away from OUCH training. Some will take more, some less, depending on the students' previous experience, and the amount of effort put into the program. We realize that our program is not ideal for everyone, but those who complete the training become better pilots as a result.
OUCH is a free program. The only cost to the student is an investment of their time. OUCH instructors volunteer their playtime to lead classes, be available in TS for questions, and introduce students to nulsec PvP. We do so because we want to see each student succeed and get more enjoyment from this great game. Join us. |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
7
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Posted - 2013.07.12 19:16:00 -
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Bored with mining, tired of repeating the same old missions? Then spice up your gameplay and generate some excitement; test the waters in nulsec. Nothing like having a dozen hostiles chasing you to generate some adrenaline. Enjoy the satisfaction of eluding your pursuers while avoiding traps: bubbles, gate camps, etc.
Let OUCH show that a new, or minimally skilled, pliot can navigate null with less risk, and contribute to a pvp fleet while flying only a T1 firgate.
OUCH offers:
Classes taught in the 'relative' safety of hi-sec.
Active TS, students and instructors online to answer questions.
No cost to the student; OUCH accepts everyone; new and old, no interviews, and no API checks.
Hands-on, live-fire experience flying a tackler role in our PvP fleets.
Only a T1, student fit , frigate and some of your gametime is required.
Join our ingame channel OUCH-UNI for more info, or simply apply.
Join Us!
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Bren Genzan
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
453
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Posted - 2013.07.21 15:11:00 -
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For more information about OUCH join the OUCH-UNI channel. Even if we're not available, you can find links about our program there.
June's Kill of the Month: A 1.2 Billion ISK Black Ops Battleship.
Art of War Alliance -á-á Life on the Bubble
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kevs5678
Sebiestor Tribe
Minmatar Republic
2
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Posted - 2013.07.25 16:57:00 -
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Having been through the training and graduated from OUCH  .
I can honestly say this is a great program for those wishing to learn to PVP. Classes are excellent and very informative, as are the Instructors that teach them.
Nothing was too much trouble for them if you had any questions you only had to ask.
Was an absolute pleasure to fly with this corp that taught me how to survive and fight. It has increased my knowledge, given me the confidence and most importantly, increased my enjoyment of Eve substantially.
Learn to fly dangerous and have fun, You won't regret it.
All the best OUCHies
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Willie Horton
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
21
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Posted - 2013.07.27 08:09:00 -
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What I like the most ,is moment when our students are first time with us taking heat.
After few fights you see how recently peaceful miner from high sec ,starting to have lust for more blood."This is fun" and things like that ,make you happy.Even more if you were student not long time ago,and your sharing what you learned is making more ppl involved in null sec and pvp in general.
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Bren Genzan
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
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Posted - 2013.08.01 23:27:00 -
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There was this epic 4000 man fight in Fountain last weekend. It occurred to me that it takes a frig more than 40 seconds to go to warp in 10 percent TiDi.
Not for me. Small gang pvp is where it's at.
If you're interested in getting the basic skills that you need for flying with gangs that don't blot out the sun, OUCH is a good place to start.
Art of War Alliance -á-á Life on the Bubble
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Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
11
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Posted - 2013.08.07 01:13:00 -
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Our light is always on; our door is always open to any pilot seeking our services. We have classes and PvP training operations scheduled each week. Members are online and ready to answer your questions. The only thing missing is you. Join us. Learn how to survive and fight in nul sec. |
Captain Sinned
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
0
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Posted - 2013.08.10 12:41:00 -
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 I am hoping to start training soon. I have been reading all the info and it alone is very informative. I really like the way they suggest you set up your space view.
...so says Captain Sinned
http://www.prosynergyeve.com/
Check it out! |
Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
12
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Posted - 2013.08.15 16:03:00 -
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I'm thrilled to be a member of OUCH. Although real life has put a dent in my playtime, I'm always excited to login and join in corp activities as I have time. I learned a lot as a student and continue to learn much more as a member. Given the rate at which CCP expands and tweaks Eve, the need for continued learning is a given.
Last night I had the opportunity to audit Modules 6 and 7 with one of our senior OPs members. Thanks Ze! I will be teaching these modules in the near future and wanted to see how another instructor presents the material. I view teaching as another extension of my continuing Eve education. Our team has a great deal of collective experience, so there is a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw from in OUCH. Plus, I still enjoy sitting in our classes. Experiencing students' excitement and enthusiasm first hand is contagious. During classes I'm constantly reminded of the excitement, awe, and sometimes frustration, I felt when I began playing Eve years ago.
I'm obviously biased but I strongly believe OUCH has the best program available to introduce any interested pilot to the fun of navigating and fighting in nulsec. If this sounds interesting to you, join us!
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Bren Genzan
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
455
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Posted - 2013.08.24 05:42:00 -
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We've been having a blast flying in Curse, showing new players how to avoid becoming a statistic on someone else's killboard. Our students quickly learn that preparation and situational awareness go a long way to surviving in null sec. Those null sec skills apply in low sec and high sec too.
Lots of corps will tell you that the advantage of learning with them is you learning by doing: they aren't going to bore you with lectures. They'll bring you out to null in the safety of a 5 to 20 man fleet and leave you to your own devices. Unfortunately, outside of the safety of the fleet, you can find yourself all alone trying to figure out how to get home safely.
OUCH teaches a formal program: we lecture, and we teach practical excersises for you to get a greater understanding of the skill set we are trying to pass along to you. Only then do we send you into null sec for you to hone those skills.
Use those skills to fly alone in the depths of null sec space. You won't need the safety in numbers that larger corps use to travel in null.
Now, trial and error works, but it's a much longer road than actively being trained, mentored and coached through our program.
Check us out. 
Art of War Alliance -á-á Life on the Bubble
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Twisted Syko
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
0
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Posted - 2013.09.02 05:28:00 -
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Back on a new character after a long absence.
Of course went back to OUCH because of the instructors. They are the best.
They are still doing what they do, just doing it better then ever.
OUCH teaches Null Sec survival and PvP and they do it for free and they do it right. |
Bren Genzan
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
456
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Posted - 2013.09.06 11:16:00 -
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Twisted Syko wrote:Back on a new character after a long absence.
Of course went back to OUCH because of the instructors. They are the best.
They are still doing what they do, just doing it better then ever.
OUCH teaches Null Sec survival and PvP and they do it for free and they do it right.
Welcome back, Syko.
Art of War Alliance -á-á Life on the Bubble
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Epsi Lon
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
13
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Posted - 2013.09.10 17:32:00 -
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RL finally allowed a chance to login and join a fleet. I wasn't expecting much for a Monday night, but wound up in a good fleet brawl and engaged in a couple fights on the bubble. We simply have a great group of students/staff, exceptional fleet commanders, and great allies. It was another fun time out 'on the bubble' last night. If you're interested in exploring null, join us and learn how to survive and fight. |
getyourgun
Open University of Celestial Hardship
Art of War Alliance
0
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Posted - 2013.09.12 14:43:00 -
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After a couple years of sitting in hi-sec running missions i was getting quite bored with EVE as a game, I had seen this OUCH recruitment thread before and after a bit of research i decided to try see what they had to offer.
So just over a month spent in OUCH as a student and i'm loving it. Yes they have rules to follow but they are there so you don't go charging into null and loose everything you have. You fly T1 frigs with T1 fittings and after some basic training you can go into null and be part of a few gate camps.
OUCH instructors give their time freely to help train you up and help you understand what null is like and how to get more out of EVE,
so if you are find yourself not bothering logging on to run your level 4's or your new to EVE then i would recommend giving OUCH's training course a go.
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