Grenadier ideas thread!

[Raiden Morana]

I totally agree Darek.

I always tried to set challenging trials, not just in terms of content but in terms of workload too. If you want to be the best then prove it was the way I looked at it when I had a more hands on role running the squad. I always asked potential Grenadiers to do more than other squads expected of their potentials simply because we're the best.

It should not only be challenging to make Grenadier it should also be challenging to maintain that status. If people aren't cut out for it then they should be invited to resign or be expelled after receiving a good kicking.

I agree with the general discipline theme too. This is one of the main traits of a Grenadier. Grenadiers should set an example on all times to the other ranks.

[Aliryl]

sorry to butt in, remove this if you like.  In agreement with Darek and how I have felt about the squads for a while.  Grens and Scouts should not be just an option to join if people feel like it.  A place in them should be earnt and then kept on being earnt by members constantly proving themselves for it.

I think too often people are thinking if I make this kind of char with these skills I can join them.  It needs to take a certain attitude of character and such first. 

Thats all, carry on..

[Demarian Tel'var]

There used to be requirements such as You'd have to be Regular to Join the Grenadier's as such and been mentored for at least few weeks before you could even just join.
I think a few member's of the Grenadier's currently make it look someone shabby with there IC attitude good soldier's or not the Grenadier's are suppoused to represent the Baron in his stead and should be roleplayed as Gentlemen.
Im not saying everyone should because I know I never did constantly but at times you need to be with certain character's you come across as they can effect Coves status with you being the Baron's men.
I believe there used to be a restriction on numbers on the Grenadier there basically just Heavy Infantry Squad instead of being the elite.
I'd either Vote for the Highlanders or Dragoon's to come back to fill that spot as Heavy Infantry.
Not to steal attention from the Grenadier's, to much about how we can do more and not focusing on the current issues.
Darek's making a strong point, same with the Scout's more training should be done harder requirements for each.
grenadier's should run an Explosives Course that all Applicant's must attend, several Grenadier hunt's with Apprentices, Meetings(Never seen one since I've been back) Perhaps weekly, and write up a memo as Ihiniar did once.. doesn't need to be all IC can be OOC just to let everyone know and be up to date, your main problem is most likely communication and Advanced tactic's training regarding modern day battle tactics in UO and enemies and also a few Body Guard training sessions!

As Raiden's also said Dicipline factor is important also the Baron Guard are the best of the best think of them as Special forces a leading example and morale factor for other Guardsmen.

But honestly!He's got a point!

[Demarian Tel'var]

Ah yes Torrak will hate me for this but... make grenadier promo requirements harder like before!

House hold checks and all that!

[Darek Milako]

I think the meetings do need to be reinstated as well as increasing the trainings, especially mandatory trainings that potentials MUST attend to even be considered in joining should be made as well. At least once a week we should hold a Grenadier training. Like rotate each week with a different training, like body guard training, explosive, field tactics, general order, how to act as a Grenadier, discipline training, all that.

[Marcus Kobra]

Just to say for this "More meetings". Milako, post a time and lead it. If The sarge shows, give it to him, or who ever ranks you. But if they nay arrive hold it with whom ever -does- show up. Else I fear the issue of "we need to do more" will persist. Even Junior and aspiring Grennies should get incouragement to call these meetings.

[Darek Milako]

Yea I know, I'm working on things to make the trainings about, but i'll hold a meeting to talk about it....so I think I'll hold the meeting Tuesday or Monday. Grenaders let me know when you can make it. I wont be on Wed. or Thurs. Maybe next Friday?

[Keitaro Kazami]

monday if it is in the evening i cant attend ill be at work but tuesday i can

[Linaeus]

I have Monday off, so thats the best day for me. Any time. Any day from Tuesday to Friday it'd have to be after 5:00pm EST (10:00pm GMT), and thats if I get lucky and I get home on time and the computer is available immediately.

[Demarian Tel'var]

What about a Sunday 7-8pm usually the majority of us are free or not working or got school

[Keitaro Kazami]

sunday is fine if i get out on time.... ill be home about 7:20-7:30 depending on traffic  but you have to remember the parade is at 8

[Darek Milako]

I wont be on Sunday, Wed, or not til later on at night EST Thurs.   gah...next Sunday?

[Demarian Tel'var]

So this meeting this SUnday the 4th 7-8 pm That alright for you lot? Need a plan of action

[Linaeus]

Works for me.

[Keitaro Kazami]

i'll be there just a little late