The Initiative is currently Looking for new recruits! Get in on the ground floor of a brand new org! Work with a Talented Veteran-ran Gaming organization dedicated to neutral fair market mercenary contracting. We aim to become a Self-Sustaining, Self-Governing Fleet dedicated to assisting any and all who can afford it in whatever tasks they require. The Initiative has applications available on Discord (join us here https://discord.gg/TtPTPNQ8Yj and click #Apply-Here) Check out and apply at our Org Page here https://robertsspaceindustries.com/orgs/TINI Website TBD and will contain much of this information and more in the future! Org Background The Initiative was founded under the general principal of gaming for gaming sake, to assist Veterans in using gaming as an outlet and to build comradery with each other through Star Citizen! We aren't here to make you work a second job or to force your participation. You do the job, you get paid! We wanted to create an organization that did not adhere to classic Org Vs. Org drama, conflicts, or diplomacy. We are here to game, and we aim to contract our services on an "event basis" Meaning we could be escorting you one day, and fighting your fleet the next. There is no personal grievances, no Org drama, just the mission. Our solid base of Veteran founding members wish to hang out and enjoy a space sim with each other, while also providing efficient work, tactical battle plans, and solid logistics support to any and all willing to pay for our services. The Structure; Space and Ground, Small Unit structures, Play how you want. The Initiative is structured to reduce the load on its leaders and to encourage team-based community building. No one in the initiative will ever be tasked to lead more than three others in their squads. Each tier of the structure is dedicated to what we like to call an "Increased resolution of command" Wherein a squad leader is only responsible to ensuring their people are doing their jobs. A infantry NCO (Non-commissioned officer) Will have three enlisted members under them, a Junior may have 3 NCOs under them, A senior officer will have 3 junior officers under them. Each will have a wider view of the battlefield or the grand strategy of the org. For Example, A space based Senior officer may be in charge of the orbital fleet as a fleet commander, Three juniors may then be in charge of specific elements of the fleet, such as the logistics fleet, the capital fleet, and the Aerospace (Space fighters). The Officer in charge of the capital fleet may be in charge of their own juniors who each in turn will command up to three capital ship captains each, So on and so forth until you reach the smallest resolution which is an individual member in charge of themselves. At any time an org member will be allowed to choose the branch and area that fits them best, You are not set in stone when you join and your off time is your own, we will not dedicate or dictate your free time! FAQ: "What Time zones does your Org operate in? Am I a good fit?" The Initiative is looking for members within US Based Time zones, As well as Oceanic time zones. Our membership extends from all across the US, to New Zealand, Japan, and Australia. We Primarily speak English, As well as many members speak Japanese. "Does your Org operate like a military? Company?" The Initiative was founded by Veterans, we operate in the field in a controlled, military-like fashion, That being said everyone within the rank structure is an equal, You will not be treated better or worse by your peers due to your rank within the org. The ranks are there to designate who is responsible for what during org functions and org functions alone. The High Fleet Commander for example has volunteered their time to ensure that the Space fleet is functioning and operational. Promotions are not handed out based on seniority or foisted upon its members. The Membership applies a promotion based on two factors: 1. Are you able to do the job 2. Are you WILLING to do the job Therefore you may be approached for promotion at any point if you are willing to do that job. Your mercenary salary is adjusted based on those positions and the more responsibility you undertake the more you get paid for org functions. There will never be any negative repercussions if you wish to reduce your responsibilities, or are unable or unwilling to undertake them. "Do I need to be a Veteran to Join your Org?" No, The Initiative is open to all age 18 and above. We don't require anything but a working Mic and a willingness to provide the best you can give while you work with us. If you are a Veteran, we can offer you a spot in our veterans lounge where we discuss all sorts of topics, most certainly our members share experiences with navigating the VA system and have helped each other file for claims within that system, We will do our best to take care of our veteran members whenever they need it! "Why should I join this org?" There are plenty of Organizations built out here that are incredible additions to Star Citizen. What sets us apart is our dedication to neutrality, we do not want to embroil ourselves in the entanglements of diplomacy, or to focus our attentions outside the game space. Add to that, our organization is meant to pay as the game does, Each mission you complete with our org will have ships, equipment, contract fee paid out, along with performance bonuses. Our Org will charge premiums that will cover the cost of assets used to accomplish the mission, any unused UEC will be paid to participating members via fees and Bonuses -- For example, if we are contracted to escort a salvager, we will charge for the potential max repair cost of the ship used to escort, any ammunition and fuel, If that UEC is not spent on the repairs or otherwise, it goes directly into the pilots pocket. We strive here at the initiative to make sure our members are well funded, and encourage their participation to make sure each individual isn't working for the enrichment of just the org, but for themselves! "Are there any requirements of the members? Do I need a big fleet in my hangar to participate?" Absolutely not! As one of the Founders my core tenet for this Organization is that your fleet is YOUR fleet. If you wish to use the ships for which you have pledged, the Org would appreciate, but would never require it. The Aim of the org is this; When available and able the Org will provide any and all ships, equipment and ammunition to participate in org functions. You will never be required to use your own personal assets to enrich the Org. This allows us to keep personal accounting for the Org and allow you, the member, to use your own assets on your own time! "There are many Larger Orgs out there, Is this one active?" The Universal truth of Star Citizen is that the player base may ebb and flow, We strive to make sure that any and all leadership within the initiative is held accountable to lead and provide guidance to new players and old alike regularly. With that said we do not currently have a requirement to log into an Alpha Test and force you to endure countless bugs and issues, However we have instituted a fair and balanced approach to ensuring whenever you play you will have a healthy number of org mates that are willing to hop on and help you with that next mission you want to get done. This org would not have been founded if we were not confident that Star Citizen will be in a playable state within the next year to two years from this date (6/5/24) and that all its members will be active and ready to play the game with you and each other. As an enlisted member you are only responsible for yourself, if you wish to play you can play, if you wish more responsibilities then you may have an increasing responsibility to be here when you are needed. If you cannot be available or active due to any circumstances we have an extensive system for those on Hiatus from the game or the org. For any other questions please visit us at our Discord where the majority of our communications take place https://discord.gg/TtPTPNQ8Yj We look forward to meeting you, Future Member!