Humanity’s hostile relationship with the Vanduul began almost 300 years ago after the alien species unexpectedly raided a civilian outpost in the Orion system. All diplomatic efforts to improve Human-Vanduul relations have failed... but you can play your part: Enlist and help crack their communications! Read Squadron 42's March Newsletter, and participate in the "Vanduul Interpreter" Contest. To read this Newsletter, don't forget to subscribe to "Squadron 42 Updates" in your Account Settings, and to select your preferred language: Our Squadron 42 Newsletter is now available in French, German, Spanish (EU), Spanish (LATAM), Chinese (Simplified), Korean, Portuguese (Brazilian), and Italian! How To Participate The Vanduul are more than just a terrifying force in Squadron 42: They have their own language, culture, and stories... and now they even have a challenge for you! We’re calling on all aspiring warriors, linguists, and voice actors to test their skills in the Vanduul Interpreter Contest! Your mission is clear: record yourself pronouncing the six following authentic Vanduul phrases, and prove that you can sound just as fierce as the real thing. Ferocious Vanduul Scythes await those who can master the guttural growls and sharp tones of the UEE’s greatest threat. ► Follow the Vanduul Pronunciation Guide, and the Classified Vanduul Chatter in Squadron 42's March Newsletter. :movie_camera: Record: Capture yourself interpreting the six Vanduul sentences, as accurately as you can just like a Vanduul would! :scroll: Prepare: Edit your video and host it on YouTube in clear and high quality. The video must not exceed one minute. :outbox_tray: Submit: Post your video to the Community Hub with the title "Vanduul Interpreter" Keep In Mind! Read the contest rules You must be subscribed to the Squadron 42 Newsletter Post-processing effects are allowed Group submissions are not allowed Multiple submissions are not allowed Posts must have "Vanduul Interpreter" as their title to be eligible Submissions must be at least 1920x1080 resolution The video length must not exceed one (1) minute, and you must read the six Vanduul phrases Music/sound/effects should not infringe on any third-party copyright. This means you're able to use originally created/sourced music/effects, or official Star Citizen or Squadron 42 music/effects Post your video to the Community Hub. Replies to this thread will NOT count as a submission Your submissions must include the Squadron 42 ‘Made By The Community’ logo Winning Conditions The CIG jury will judge your submissions on the following: Quality of the interpretation Creativity shown in the video, revealing your face is not mandatory Rule Adherence Dates The submission period ends on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1 PM (Pacific) / Friday, April 18, 2025 at 8 PM (UTC) Rewards :first_place_medal: 1st Place: Vanduul Scythe in-game ship with LTI (in-game lifetime insurance), and a Star Citizen Game Package. :second_place_medal: 2nd Place: Vanduul Scythe in-game ship with LTI (in-game lifetime insurance), and a Star Citizen Game Package. :third_place_medal: 3rd Place: Vanduul Scythe in-game ship with LTI (in-game lifetime insurance), and a Star Citizen Game Package. Think you can infiltrate the enemy's communications? Prove you're the best Vanduul interpreter and show us you got the guts to speak the enemy's language! Winners Congratulations to the winners of the Squadron 42 Newsletter "Vanduul Interpreter" Contest! :first_place_medal: 1st Place to @Myre - One of the best and closest interpretations, we love your take on this! Now, you can change your avatar to a Vanduul wearing a red hat, right?! :second_place_medal: 2nd Place to @Nydula - Your Vanduul reminded me of the Savage (Hulines) of Lands of Lore II, one of my favorite games, and it also resonated with the team! Excellent creative work here! :third_place_medal: 3rd Place to @Zwigs - Nine Tails News, best news! We received so many fantastic and creative entries; Great job to everyone who participated! The teams truly enjoyed watching each of your videos, and we can't wait to share more about the Vanduul language and lore with you all. But for now, yeshqeew³ng ruu³nza..