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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 11:29:09 GMT -5
I've been thinking, ever since i joined the fleet, that new members should have a different uniform from regular members. That way we can easily distinguish between the two durring Fleet meetings and events. Maybe even, have a uniform for Command Officers (current fleet uniform) and a different one for Junior Officers. just an idea. Anyway, my proposal is for a separate uniform for new recruits that are in their probationary period. This would be an Official Fleet Daedalus Omega Recruit Uniform. I used the 2370's Starfleet Academy Cadet Uniform and the current Fleet Uniform as a base. I wanted to add cargo pockets, but the colors wouldnt match the shirt, so it's really just a simple color change to the current fleet uniform. Let me know what you think.
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Post by Cmdr Xaelei Arnimane on Jun 25, 2010 14:52:48 GMT -5
I have to ask why you think it is important to distinguish visually and purposely, who is new to the fleet?
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Post by phantom5040 on Jun 25, 2010 15:17:13 GMT -5
The only difference in our uniforms at boot camp was a ball cap that said "RECRUIT" across it in lieu of "NAVY". Our uniforms were the same otherwise. I don't really see any point of highlighting the new kids here just because we can, either.
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Post by greatholdings on Jun 25, 2010 17:16:17 GMT -5
Is this for new members or recruits who haven't been accepted yet? either way I see no practical purpose for the idea. The only reason I might want to know who is new is so I can brutally haze them But seriously it is good to know who is new so we can welcome them and help them get involved in fleet activities, but I don't think we need to mark them with special uniforms.
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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 17:39:16 GMT -5
The only difference in our uniforms at boot camp was a ball cap that said "RECRUIT" across it in lieu of "NAVY". Our uniforms were the same otherwise. I don't really see any point of highlighting the new kids here just because we can, either. well, in Starfleet, there was always a difference in uniforms for cadets and regular officers.
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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 17:54:25 GMT -5
sorry everyone feels that way about it...
Im a big fan of role playing authentically, and since we dont have cadets ingame, new members that are new and under experienced fit that discription close enough in my opinion.
I dont know everyone in the fleet, i dont know whos new, been here for awhile, or those that need help learning the ropes about the game and RPing in general. I think having a uniform for the new members lets everyone know that they are new and to try their best to help them and get to know them.
Im not trying to dicriminate against anyone, or try to single people out for hazing and ridicule. I just want to know who needs help and who i need to show extra attention to.
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Post by utukku2000 on Jun 25, 2010 17:55:17 GMT -5
I would encourge the use of a 'recruit' style uniform if the player in question is suppose to be a cadet, otherwise no. Characters that joining the fleet, even in their probationary period, are still suppose to be commissioned Star Fleet officers with years of experience already under their belts. From a RP point of view it would not make a whole lot of sense.
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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 17:57:13 GMT -5
I would encourge the use of a 'recruit' style uniform if the player in question is suppose to be a cadet, otherwise no. Characters that joining the fleet, even in their probationary period, are still suppose to be commissioned Star Fleet officers with years of experience already under their belts. From a RP point of view it would not make a whole lot of sense. well, this wasnt supposed to be a Fleet "Cadet" uniform.. just a new member uniform.
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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 18:01:07 GMT -5
-sigh- i really thought people would like the idea. its too bad... I have a hell of a hard time distinguishing new members from regular ones. only trying to make helping people easier
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Post by Cmdr Xaelei Arnimane on Jun 25, 2010 20:00:08 GMT -5
I appreciate the sentiment Brian, I hope that is not too informal. There are plenty of ways to help people, and in fact, that is why we are all here together..to help each other I just think new people try to fit in and be part of the group..and special visuals can be helpful for many things, it can also make someone newer feel uncomfortable and can heighten the feeling of alienation.
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Post by phantom5040 on Jun 25, 2010 21:54:08 GMT -5
Actually, reading all this, I think this would be a good idea, for the aforementioned reason of spotting new members to brutally haze- uh, welcome to the fleet.
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Post by Vice Admiral Brian Donaldson on Jun 25, 2010 22:45:16 GMT -5
I appreciate the sentiment Brian, I hope that is not too informal. There are plenty of ways to help people, and in fact, that is why we are all here together..to help each other I just think new people try to fit in and be part of the group..and special visuals can be helpful for many things, it can also make someone newer feel uncomfortable and can heighten the feeling of alienation. looking at it that way.. i have to agree.
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