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http://www.deathshandbrigade.net/
Death's Hand Brigade
"Strength Through Unity"
Welcome to the consolidated Death's Hand Brigade recruitment thread! Please take the time to read the first few posts, each a representation of our separate battalions, which divide our member base into groups based on their primary playtime. All you need to join is a desire to play and a positive attitude, as no matter where or when you play, you will find comrades here!
WHO ARE THE DEATH'S HAND BRIGADE?
The Death's Hand Brigade are a collection of mature and like minded players from across the globe; brought together by a common love of all things Mechwarrior. We have endured and accomplished much in whatever guise we wear. From Canada to Australia, from the northern reaches of England to the southern tips of the United States; our member base spans the globe.
We function as a military unit having adopted many of the structures and operational guidelines of a modern day military (rank, protocol, etc) but in the end we are a bunch of people who like each other beyond just what the color of our uniform happens to be. We choose to put our friendships with one another first, keeping an eye towards respecting each other and everyone else we may meet, regardless of the colors they fly. We do unto others as we would want done unto us, and if we meet someone disrespectful or rude, we quietly let them rant, best them in battle when the time comes, and just as quietly walk away with dignity, knowing we're doing the right thing. Our motto on this is "Let our guns be the only thing to reply when an insult is cast our way".
We choose to train, and focus on improving our abilities as Mechwarriors, while maintaining friendships with one another. To be a part of the Brigade is to be a part of a family. We follow the Brigade Code of Conduct, and Grievance Procedure when the need arises. Lastly, the commander and Founder's vision is listed in the tenants of his Manifesto. All Brigadiers are expected to read over and be familiar with these documents upon acceptance into the Death's Hand Brigade.
Who we want:
- Pilots interested of all skill levels willing to learn and play as a team
- EU/NA/OC timezone players
- Able to join regular trainings and be part of the unit (Interact in TS and the Forum)
- Ability to use and understand english
- Maturity, 18+
- No "drama-queens"
Applying:
Head to our forum and register an account. (The link can be found just below the Unit's logo above)
Then you just need to fill out an short application (The "Apply Now" image that is front and center of the DHB home page) and check in to our Teamspeak server.
An Officer or Battalion Liaison (with a red/yellow shield) will give you a quick tour and set you up with your applicants tags.
As an "Applicant", you are required to show your engagement by attending training and generally becoming part of the unit through participation and getting to know us while we get to know you.
If you get at least 3 recommondations from Officers or Liaisons on your application, you will have an interview with Officers and then become a "Recruit" after the interview is successfully completed.
(Note: This process can take a variable ammount of time. The more active you are as an Applicant and the more you play and get to know us, the faster you'll get the reccomendations from existing members)
After receiving the Recruit rank, you will be granted Brigadier status and allowed access to our private forums and will further go through a two week probation period while we ensure what Battalion will best suit you and your play time/availablity. After that, you then be granted the "Mechwarrior" rank and issued a uniform where your awards will display on the website.
HOW WE CAME TO BE
The Death's Hand Brigade, formerly known as the Gray Death Legion of Battletech Lore has a rich and storied history dating back through many previous iterations of the MechWarrior franchise.
Initially, DHB was going to be playing as the Gray Death Legion, (GDL) and we had made efforts to reserve our place in MWO under this banner. However, in early May of 2012 the announcement was made that no canon mercenary unit, of which the Gray Death Legion most certainly was, would be allowed to be run, or controlled, by players. Thus began the renaming of our mercenary corporation. Potential unit names were submitted to the Command Staff and a series of votes took place over these names. Ultimately the final decision was reached based on input from the entire unit and Colonel Havoc chose to rename the unit: Death's Hand Brigade.
One of the members of the Brigade, Killhunger, devoted his considerable artistic talent to the creation of a new unit logo, paying homage to the classic Gray Death Legion logo, but putting our own spin on it and making it uniquely our own. The fruit of his labor can be seen at the top of this post, as well as on the front page of our website, and is a testament to his amazing artistic ability.
Reestablishing a new website, purchasing domain names and setting up our own Teamspeak server came along after this, as did exponential growth of the Brigade.
We are one of the most recognized & respected units within Mechwarrior online thanks to the hard work and dedication of each and every member of the Brigade. Our reputation is second to none, and no matter who we face, we always give a good showing of our abilities when we meet opponents on the field. Offering 'good luck' before the match and 'great game' afterwards, whether we win, or lose. We will continue to build on and expand this reputation as MechWarrior Online grows and flourishes in the future, and always ensure that we're having fun, and that our opponents are given a challenge every time they square off against us.
Thank you, and know I look forward to meeting each and every new recruit that chooses to check us out. Till that time, keep your engines hot, and your weapons online.
See you dirtside, Mechwarrior.
<S> "Strength Through Unity"
-Colonel Andrew "Havoc" Davis
Death's Hand Brigade Mercenaries
Edited by HAV0C, 16 December 2014 - 02:49 PM.
