Greetings fellow Empyreans,
I am happy to announce that MALRO and AIDER have both been exceeding expectations in numerous places. We have been stimulating the Dodixie market with essential ships and modules, capitals are rolling off the lines, PI is flowing to fuel block manufacturers, and a hoard of Triglavian ships fit to stock an alliance are under collective construction. The State is once again routed, and soon we will once again be the defenders of the southern warzone. We have the incredibly powerful tools built by AIDER at our disposal, as well as the incredible Industrial tool LMEVE.
Fun fact: Aideron Robotics first made their name by becoming the most powerful Industrial force, and they did so on the backs of three incredibly talented and dedicated dudes. LM EVE began as a part of that effort, and I am happy to say that it is up and running, powering our industrial wing once again.
Fun fact: Aideron Robotics first made their name by becoming the most powerful Industrial force, and they did so on the backs of three incredibly talented and dedicated dudes. LM EVE began as a part of that effort, and I am happy to say that it is up and running, powering our industrial wing once again.
When AIDER joined Faction Warfare (FW) it split the corp. The industrialists sensibly did not want to be in Faction Warfare. We originally envisioned a joint effort of High-Security forces and Low-Security fighters. While I still believe we all went into that with the best of intentions, over time it was obvious that the “joint” effort was in name only. When Aideron Technologies finally came under wardec, AIDER responded that the best course of action was to not fight. While this was the correct advice, it appeared as if we had no intention of defending our ally. The dream died that day.
That dream is now alive, and fully functional.
Aideron Robotics is a proud Gallente Militia fighting force, filled with venerable pilots, and a dedicated mission of ensuring the southern theatre of the warzone remains within Gallente control. Because of this, they need ships, logistic help, and pilots. Because of them, our industrial program has access to numerous Low-Security industrial structures, fortified by their bonuses from the space they occupy and the investment of our militia’s pilots into the FW system.
Faction Warfare systems confer the following bonuses in addition to the standard Low-Security ones:
- Reduce NPC taxes for industry
- Reduce broker fees
- Reduce clone costs
In addition, AIDER is forming a Low-Security Mining team, as well as working with MALRO to start a Low-Security Invasion team. The mining fleets are ongoing, however, they are dangerous. SRP will not be available for any but the most exceptional reasons. We expect our pilots to be active and use expendable equipment (provided on-site). This is one of the highest risk endeavors for mining, but the money is certainly there. Contact Baynex for more information. AIDER Discord: https://discord.gg/bcsMq6M
MALRO has become the 5th largest independent corporation in EVE Online, bursting at over 700 members, and given that we actively encourage people to keep alts in alt corps, I only assume our number of individuals rather than alt accounts is higher than normal. MALRO has successfully and regularly conducted attacks on NPC Forward Operating Bases, frequent Invasion running at all levels, as well as providing buyback programs and resources for anything you could want to do in High-Security space (provided that it’s in accordance with MALRO principles detailed later in this post).
In the last several months, MALRO has increasingly become a household name. Together we are changing the way people look at EVE Online, creating a space for players new and old to discover the game, engage in its mechanics, and find others interested in doing what they want to do.
In fact, the only serious complaint that I have heard is a lack of information about where to find information. We are a very social group, and our Discord almost always has 5-10 folks hanging out. I understand that not everybody is able or willing to be in Discord, so this and future updates will serve as a more permanent source of information.
I want to assure everyone that we are in the business of solving each other's problems. That same group just hanging around serves as a fully functional Quick Reaction Force (QRF). I am pleased to report that we have a pretty successful hobby of responding to all kinds of problems, in particular people going suspect in your Emerging Conduits. If you have any trouble out there, and could use some help, let people know in Discord. You can post in any relevant channel, and a list of opt-in channels can be found in the #information channel. In-game chats are insufficient as they give no audio cue, and thus cannot alert people to your request for assistance.
On a similar topic we also now have a “home defense force” in the form of PewBears. The idea is that anyone willing to join the effort should put one or more Alphas into PewBears and have them in position, such that when the call goes out you can simply dock up your main and be on the grid in the time it takes to log in. Once enough people are interested, Jay’s plan is to begin doing more structured activities with the forces. All you need to do is take advantage of the million SP from the buddy code referral program https://www.eveonline.com/signup?invc=a0253dbc-c736-4e40-8b0e-95f43206fa4a, then train the required skills for one of our doctrine ships [see the “MALRO Doctrine Information” in-game channel].
On the subject of High-Security combat, MALRO has a “don’t be a dick” policy; however, given its ambiguity, it only serves as a guideline. EVE is, after all, on some level about dickery, so what actually falls under social grace vs punitive transgression is a more nuanced discussion. That said we have one rule that is hard and fast, and now a second one to cement in our culture, and our understanding of what MALRO is and what MALROvians can be trusted to not do. Violations will be acted upon.
- No suicide ganking in High-Security space
- No entering other players Missions for the purpose of disrupting the mission, attacking their MTU, or other such negative intent.
(I wanted “no smartbombing in highsec”, but I got voted down)
For current fleet action, we have frequent operations in coordination with AIDER. Due to our diplomatic agreements with FEDUP, we will not form up with the main Militia fleets that include RDRAW, as we do not wish to be on opposing sides. We are otherwise free to conduct our own operations and join AIDER in their efforts. I advise anyone interested to hop on AIDER’s discord and sign in to their Alliance Auth website.
On the subject of AIDER’s web tools, they have incredible tools at their disposal -everything from a shiny map & tracker for Faction Warfare, to courier contracts through CFO, visualisation of character skill profiles (shown below), and doctrine progression - including bridges to Discord for important alerts.
As I mentioned, AIDER also runs a program known as “Cars From Orbit” (CFO). Through CFO you can have parcels magically teleported back and forth between Jita and Fliet, and I am happy to announce that services now include Pemene and Amoderia (our low-sec pocket). If you wish to take part in this program, contact Baynex. For instructions as to how to use the CFO services, see the pinned messages in the #freight-services channel in AIDER’s Discord.
For those wanting to live the spookier side of life, we now have accommodation available in two wormholes. The first is a C2 with a C1 and a High-Security static, and the other is a C4 with a C4 and C3 static. We have recently anchored a Fortizar and Athanor within the C2, and both systems are looking for more occupants. With a few more people they could make some great activities and resources for everyone. Additionally, paying close attention to our C2 statics can allow you to move goods without crossing through any ganking areas. Opportunities abound for those who chose to join the wormhole group, but NO TALKING IN LOCAL!
To discuss structure a bit. AIDER is commanded by Baynex. I trust this man without question. He has not only been in AIDER likely longer than anyone beyond Marcel and his close buddies who are in for legacy reasons but he also, through CFO, has been the beating heart of AIDER for half a decade. When it was time for me to move to MALRO, I don’t even think I asked, I just informed him that he was going to be in charge. AIDER would have to have a new commander, and I needed someone who I knew would never waver from who AIDER is at it’s core. He has not let me down; AIDER is back in Fliet and actively expanding their efforts.
When it was time to choose a logo for FEDUP, I held a competition and Keltorin won. I made him my propaganda minister and when it was time for us to start to build a new High-Security organization, he was the one I went to in order to lead it. Since then he has done so dutifully, and has defended the MALRO identity. One of the most critical tasks of MALRO leadership is to not be lured away by attractive options in Null-Security space. We are here because we want to live in High-Security space.
What we need more than ever is a larger active staff. While these and other programs are functioning, they do so thanks to a limited number of people, and I know there are others looking for their place. In particular, we could use recruiters, particularly in the EU and Asian time zones. We need more people writing guides and helping us make MALRO even more useful. We also need FCs in all timezones, both PvP and PvE. If you’re interested in anything here, or interested in starting your own project, please contact the head of that project or myself to get involved.
As always, if you do not get an answer elsewhere, please bring the issue to me. I probably either have your answer or know who does. Do not struggle in silence.
Together, these two organizations have grown ever closer, realizing the dream we once had for a united High/Low group that focuses on learning, teaching, and engaging with EVE Online. Thank you all for coming with me this far. We are changing this game, for the better. We will help usher in a new golden age of EVE Online.
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- Ash
