Captain Ratso

Player of the Week 19/9/2021

  After an overwhelming week and the previous week, it has been a tough decision to narrow down a specific player. So rather than instigate an aneurism, we have identified three players who have come to our attention that need to be identified and commended for their efforts.

Your Player’s of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team are Weary Dig, Sky Monster and Lt Toad

Congratulations Weary Dig, Sky Monster and [L11] Toad

Weary Dig – Another great example of a player who knows the objectives and approaches the objectives with a tactical plan.  An auto rifleman who plays throughout the day and has been a part of the Straya family and community for some time.  Well respected and always willing to help and engage with other players. Extremely handy to have when  in a firefight with CSAT.  One should never dismiss the ability of a 5.56 when in the hands of a competent Autorifleman.

@Sky Monster– A regular player with the IA Community and well respected.  Was identified for his efforts in assisting, providing guidance to new players and for his approach and targeting of the side missions. We are always very supportive of players who take the time out to provide any assistance to new players, it builds repour and respect and this week Sky Monster has excelled at that.  Well done and well earned.

[L11] Toad – Plays as a medic and also been flying the helis.  Has come to notice over the past few weeks and continues to play his role well, engages well with other plays and knows what is needed to gain the upper hand and more than happy to work towards it. Made a great impression and great to see players diverse into multiple roles and gain experience from different perspectives.

Honourable Mentions:

@Deagle – Another long-term player and plays the role as a HAT.  Very handy to have when faced with the CSAT armour, especially if there are more than one.  Makes every effort to even the odds.  Plays early morning and into the day and has earned the respect of players and staff.  Great to see players with this calibre leading by example.  

Hansolo – Plays as an Auto rifleman, slinging a 9.3 beast and does a damn good job of it too.  Very handy in a defend to reel off lead into the advancing CSAT or laying down cover fire while sprinting to the next objective.  A good player who helps out where he can, well done, bring it on.

Roki – a rifleman that has been a constant player on IA for sometime and has proven to be a good seasoned player who communicates well and also knows the objectives and tactics to engage CSAT.  Still collecting gold as he goes and known to carry explosive, multi skilled as he targets the CSAT towers and has managed this week to excel at the latter. Communicates well with players and staff, and likes to also play the Tanoa server.  Top effort Roki.

Newman – A player who has come to light as a reliable medic, one who definitely plays his role well, and knows the responsibilities and what is crucial in ensuring players are back on their feet to ensure they gain the advantage in finalising the objectives.  Weaving across between the towers in a defend making every effort to get to those who need it. 

GauRus – One of our international players who has come to the attention of staff for his medically skills, always there in the heat of whatever CSAT deals, slithering across on his belly to get players up.  A complete disregard to CSATS onslaught, makes the effort and albeit sometimes is unsuccessful, regardless makes the attempt in any case.  Awesome effort and better to try and fail than do nothing.

A fantastic week, an increase of new players and a lot more players adopting for the pilot roles and the learning curve that comes with it.  Really great to see those wanting to learn in all roles, be guided and shown by the senior players on the server.  You know who you are, thank you, your efforts have been noted.

Again Congratulations to the Player’s of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 5/9/2021

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Jamsheed

Congratulations Jamsheed

Jamsheed: - Plays as a medic and is a classic as he always makes sure he does everything he can to get to you, has strapped to his back an RPG, pretty good use of it against armour, attack helis etc.  Has gained the respect from his team mates, comes up with some classic chat in text and has earned the reputation as a great medic. Well done RPG God, enjoy the perks and whitelisting.

Honourable Mentions:

Romeo Victor – A player who has come a long way as a pilot.  Initially had some issues with the role, initially attracted some negative attention however had some personal input from Straya Staff with his piloting and has over the past week really stepped up, become reliable, gained his confidence and increased his skills and built a good repour and resulted in a fantastic improvement.  Great effort Romeo, your efforts have been noted and your ability as heli pilot has resulted in a real positive.

[L11] Toad – Front line grunt who has been playing pretty solid over the past couple of weeks, Noted to sometimes wear a wetsuit and carry fins on his pack, maybe expecting a water entrance when a chopper goes down in the event he can swim ashore.  Regardless a great effort and a player who knows the tactics and objectives and is always up the front leading the charge.

Roki – a rifleman that has been playing IA for sometime and has proven to be reliable, communicates well and also knows the objectives and tactics to engage CSAT.  Likes a little gold and loves playing with explosives, targeting the tower if the opportunity is there. Engages well with players and staff and is respected. Also likes to mix it up on the Tanoa server. Nice.

[WP] Pepa – Fairly new to the server however has played as a medic and noted to make the effort and plays the role well.  Has transitioned to pilot, has made a really solid effort in getting troops and coordinating ammo drops and FOB resupplies over the past week.  Great attitude, albeit if given the chance would steal Ratso’s rainbow skin of his carcass.  Top effort Pepa.

@the tank guy – Normally seen rumbling across the frontline, weaving through the streets in a tank, however this week has been seen actively engaging on foot in the front line early in the morning and late into the day.  Communicates well with players, has done an outstanding job in getting the objectives sorted and always a tactical player.

A fantastic week, a lot of new players and an increase in those wanting to pilot and also in the front line roles. 

Congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 8/8/2021

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Cereal Killer

Congratulations Cereal Killer

@CerealKiller – When he’s not flying or lasing targets for XAS or the UAV  he is generally always up the front somewhere on the ground leading by example pushing his way to the objectives.  His effort this week has been pretty solid, lots of activity and gameplay, A great team player who is happy to assist where he can.

Honourable Mentions:

Atmov – Plays as a medic and this week has been pretty active in the filed getting to those who need it.  Good to have in a defend, always weaving across the HQ getting players back into the fight. Additionally carries Semtex in his backpack for those towers and leads the tower destruction for the week. 

Ninja – Pilot who has only been with Straya for a short time but has managed to learn the ropes real fast when it comes to what is required to get troops into the frontline.  Great effort Ninja.

Pighunter247 – Another player following the lead as a medic and another who goes to whatever lengths and distances to get those down back in the fight. Another great example of a player that plays his role well.

Lt Toad – Frontline grunt who has been playing pretty solid over the past couple of weeks, Noted to sometimes wear a wetsuit and carry fins on his pack, maybe expecting a water entrance when a chopper goes down in the event he can swim ashore.  Regardless a great effort and a player who knows the tactics and objectives and is always up the front leading the charge.

Again congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 25/7/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Shredder

Congratulations Shredder

Shredder - a regular player on IA, knows the game, what is required and the objectives needed to gain the advantage.  An international player who plays well, brings maturity to the playing field, happy to help those that need it and tactfully knows what is required to send CSAT back to where they came from. Great effort and great to have you around and well deserved.

Honourable Mentions:

@Boris – Been playing the IA server for sometime, consistent and reliable in the front line, always up the front taking the brunt of what CSAT can dish out and in return feeding it back to them. A player that engages the targets consecutively and in a strategic order.  One of the main contributors to the server by way of his play style and maturity. 

@CerealKiller – Great name, great player, watching his efforts as he advances in the front line dishing out a severe case of lead poisoning to the enemy as they attempt to prevent the advance of friendlies.  Definitely attracts a frostie reception from CSAT

Hansolo – Another great player who is solid in his play, happy to provide help in the frontline and does it exceptionally well.  Been around for a reasonable time however noted when he plays he engages well with players and staff and uses force if needed to gain the overall advantage.  Obviously CSAT wouldn’t agree, but I guess that can be expected.

@Wally – An IA player who is very multi skilled as a pilot and a front line rifleman.  Tactfully dispatching CSAT along the way as he weaves himself across the front lines heading towards the next objective.  An absolute fiend when it comes to the side missions, uses the advantage of knowledge and tactics well to get those rewards.    

Another great effort this week, still attracting a lot of new players and its great to see out POTW and Honourable Mentions getting involved and assisting and guiding where needed the new players

Again congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 18/7/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Reggie

Congratulations Reggie

Reggie -  a regular player on IA, knows the game, what is required and the objectives needed to gain the advantage.  Brings a wealth of knowledge and maturity to the server and is well respected and reliable.  This week a solid effort, one that cant go without praise.

Honourable Mentions:

Spidermonkey – One of our reliable transport pilots, consistent and knows exactly what needs to be done regarding the troops and also logistics and engages in the role well.  Always a consistent high point player who engages with players and other pilots and has gained the respect of players and staff with his comms and playing style.

Tim – A player with a wealth of knowledge who has been actively supporting IA for some time and of late has been doing a lot of background work with the staff team on the development side.  Known to play as the UAV, and very competent at it, more than likely our best which is very beneficial to the CAS and ground forces.  A role which if played well, can lead to less issues for advancing ground forces and ultimately change the playing field.  

Boris – Been playing the IA server for sometime, consistent and reliable in the front line, always up the front taking the brunt of what CSAT can dish out and in return feeding it back to them. A player that engages the targets consecutively and in a strategic order.  One of the main contributors to the server by way of his play style and maturity. 

Godfather Actual – A player who plays the role as a pilot, generally consistent and high scoring, reliable and gets the troops where they need to go.  His demeanour and attitude and the help he provides in the channel to other pilots and ground troops is fantastic.

Another  great effort this week with a lot of new players joining and again congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Cheers Nuke, good you are part of it mate 

Player of the Week 4/7/2021

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Kay

Congratulations Kay

Kay– Between Kay and his friend Crazy they have made a definitive change to the playing field with their dedication to the role as a medic.  Both players taking their roles seriously and making a difference.  This week due to his diligence and dedication has earned the position as the POTW. Well done Kay and keep those bandages and free meds coming.

Honourable Mentions:

Crazy – Super medic last week’s POTW and now this week has managed to pull off more than 1500 revives not to mention the minor bandaids applied. What an awesome achievement and one that players have gained considerable faith in knowing if you’re in the frontline as a medic, their potential to get back into the fight is a definitive reality. Absolute top effort.

@.Synth. – Along with Kay and Crazy, seem to compete and race each other towards the in-capped to get the revive.  Nothing like healthy competition especially when you are pretty guaranteed that one of these fine medics is trying to get you back on your feet without having to endure another unnecessary heli ride and the potential of being a target for the CSAT AA.  Well and truly noted Synth.

@Sinerbuzz – A player who has been away and has come back.  Polite helps other players out and his forte being a pilot and loves his Mohawk.  Has clocked up over 750 transport points this week which effectively translates to 750 odd successful combat deliveries.  Nice job

A superb week for our players and the medics have really stood out and made a massive impression and a difference with their dedication to the role and their efforts. Again congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 20/6/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @XGenos

Congratulatiions XGenos 

@xGenos – A player who has been around for awhile and has done pretty well in pilot, UAV and the frontline roles.  Generally seen at base and flying the lil birds into the AO, usually displaying the Canadian Flag in a white hentai heli.  Loves the side missions and regularly assists other players in getting the objective done.  Loves his Kajmans, when he can get his hands on one too.  Well played XGenos a good asset and member to have on the server.

Honourable Mentions:

Vanill – Another international player who has been flying as a pilot.  Polite and knows his role well, and additionally can fly the blackfish both infantry and vehicle which is sometimes lacking.  Great to have you and hope you keep coming back.

.Synth. – A young player from the USA who has only been on IA for a short time however has left a good impression.  Plays as a medic and initially asked a lot of questions but fortunately the answers were all provided by players and staff,  The result is a medic who has achieved over 796 revives in a week, and having been in capped in the frontline, have seen what this player will go through to get to you no matter what is in his way.  Well done .Synth, keep up the good work.

Kay – previous mentioned last week for his attributes and role as a medic, and this week is still in the role and doing whatever he can to get players up on their feet

GauRus – A player who has been with us for a couple of months and plays as a medic.  Definitely a good one to have on your side and another international player from Malaysia.  Great in a defend and always makes the effort to get players back on their feet and back into the fight.

A Fantastic effort this week with a lot of new players joining and making their mark, again congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention. 

Player of the Week 13/6/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Pvt Badger

 Congratulations Pvt Badger

An Active member of the community that has always contributed positively. Badger has given great direction and leadership on the ground to the infantry and has successfully coordinated and lead the main group to capturing AO after AO, his veteran status is exemplary and self evident in his skills as a rifleman and a leader. Well done and keep up the good work

Honourable Mentions:

Kay: An recent addition to the InA community but has made a good impact as a dedicated medic. Kay has shows true dedicated to the medic role risking life and limb to get the revive. He has made a good first impression and we hope he stays as one of the more active medics of the community.

@xGenos: Identifiable on pads as the hummingbird with the hentai skin and a Canadian flag, he has shown some good improvement and dedication to the transport role, able to skillfully pilot the hummingbird with great conviction. He has also shown an affinity for side mission teaming up with Moonman to take out side missions with great efficiency and little (well a lot of) deaths.

Nomad AU: Another recent member of the community and also a known medic, like Kay he has shown some great skill in the medic role being able to assess situations and successfully plan out a revive and goes out of their way to get people back into the fight. A fantastic medic, we hope you stay around.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 6/6/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @Appu

Congratulations Appu

An Active member of the community that has always contributed positively. Often seen in the UAV role providing competent lasing and sending swarms of medical drones to AO. Appu has shown great dedication to his role as he applies himself and with very good results

Honourable Mentions:

Alexi: a recent member of the straya gaming community but has made a considerable impact as a dedicated transport pilot. He has shown great improvement in his flying ability and is always in the TeamSpeak chatting it up. He has made a good first impression on everyone and has shown some great promise. And for this Alexi has stood out to be one of the most willing to learn member of the community. Keep up the good work and we hope you stick around

Groovy: Groovy’s Astrology degree has come in handy as he heads to the skies as a dedicated and competent transport pilot. His recent addition to the transport roster has seen him play a lot and increased his skills exponentially. His determination to be on top of the leader board has seen disturbing results and has topped it a few times. Groovy has also shown some good communication skills in the role and is always communicating with others on the info of the AO.

@Reggie: you have most likely met regie at the end of his medkit as he roams the AO picking up the wounded. A dedicated medic he has seen a lot of action as one of the veteran players of the server. Reggie has also shown some great leadership in directing the main group in AOs and in side missions and always brings a positive attitude. When he is not holding the medkit he is holding the joystick also being one of the safest pilots and you are sure to have a safe trip with him.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 30/5/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is

JFE

Congratulations .

@JFEActively plays and is one of reliable medics who constantly gets to those in capped.  Lately has transitioned his medical skills and taken the sticks of the helis with good success. A long-term player who is actively and consistently on the server and great to acknowledge that when in the heat of the battle and you need a touch up, he will get to you if possible.

Well done JFE on your commitment to the server

Honourable Mentions:

@tsarmonkeybomba:-An international player who plays a lot on the IA server and engages in a variety of roles including medic. Of late has climbed into the cockpit of a heli and is doing a great job getting troops into where they need to go.  Like every new venture, gets better each time and is getting the job done.  A very competent medic and long time player, you are sure to find him running around reviving players.

@JBOB:- Frontline player specifically targets the objectives strategically who is known and was observed to assist new players regarding the rules and intricacies of the IA server.  Known to carry explosive to take the tower down and carries the right gear to engage whatever tries to get in his way.  A player who also has been around for a while is a

@YeomanMaple – aka known by Ratso as The Professor, gained from tweaking and experimenting with various Armas 3 roles and equipment to gain the knowledge to use it to its maximum efficiency.  Often seen ploughing through a town in a slammer wreaking mayhem upon CSAT, in the skies as very effective and competent UAV or streaking across the map in the CAS ruining CSAT’s day.  Need info regarding a particular role or its armament, just ask Yeoman, if he does not know the answer, he will definitely find out with experiments to sustain the facts.

BoSon – Another player who likes a variety of frontline and specialist roles.  Known to plunder though the AO in Tanks, Bobcats and amongst other thinks very handy also in the mortar role. A recent reoccurring player that helps others and has made a good first impression on everyone in his competency and friendly nature, we hope you stay a while.  

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 16/5/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is  S.A.S

Congratulations S.A.S. 

SAS: - A relatively new player but has made a huge impression on players and staff alike with his play style and dedication to his role as a medic.  Id expect every player has at least has been revived once if not a multitude of times this last week as he made his way across the battlefront evading CSAT.  With over 1000 revives to his credit, the expression outstanding and impressive was noted.  SAS even had time to relieve 15 gold teeth from enemy he had encountered along the way, perhaps he is intending this to further his studies and abilities as a combat medic. Either way a fantastic effort and I’m sure appreciated by those who were fortunate enough to those on the receiving end of your medical intervention.

Honourable Mentions:

@ron:  – Another really top effort this week as a pilot, medic, tower ranger, gold digger and played on both the Altis and Livonia sever.  An all-rounder who has cemented his abilities skills and dedication into his role.  Multitasking at its best and one that he is damn good at.  Always solid and making the effort in defends, reviving and patching players who are in capped or injured.  Patiently crouching in a tower in the middle of a firefight watching others engage the CSAT advance, waiting in case they require medical assistance. The roles of our medics are crucial to maintaining the HQ in a heated defend, and we are fortunate to have Ron and several others who put the ultimate effort in ensuring the advantage is ours.

Felo -  Plays as UAV and a pilot and his UAV role he does this exceptionally well.  The UAV role is quite demanding having to protect your airborne assets however still be in a viable position to assist advancing friendly troops as the engage CSAT,  Nothing more satisfying is having an enemy T140 leveled by the UAV drone flying above or knowing exactly where the objectives are when trying to gain the advantage over CSAT.

Dan-Gling Wang: - Known by a few names on the server however has been noted this week to pilot a good number of players into the AO and provide logistics when the need arises. One thing noted by players is the effort made not only dropping them off at a safe LZ, but the efforts made in delivering ammo and supplies to the ground troops in a  defend or otherwise.  One of a few pilots who actually make the effort and ensure the friendlies have what they need and one that is definitely appreciated.  Top effort.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 25/4/2021 

Congratulations Ron. 

Ron –Technically a one-man army for Ron this week and marathon effort, 689 revives, 11 pieces of gold, 24 towers and 6 prisoners placed into Gitmo. Definitely a milestone in his role that not only was able to revive nearly every player at some stage during the week, but had time to level 24 towers, 15 more than anyone else and still be able to stop to prospect for gold and in his spare time take a few prisoners.  Outstanding effort Ron, and your prowess and dedication has definitely come to notice by players and staff alike.

Honourable Mentions:

@Tim  and @tissh820 – The effort and time you put in this week to assist @Rogmantosh in setting up, trialing, and preparing the various tasks to setup the Anzac Day Service on the IA server is commendable.  Whilst Rog was writing and developing scripts, behind the scenes your input, timings and testing was outstanding to say the least.  Your dedication to making this event come to fruition is a credit to the three of you.  Words cannot detail the gratitude and appreciation. 

Old Scruff and Nikko – Players came onto the server on the IA Anzac Day Service, and without prompting or being defined a role or task, immediately initiated their own involvement and self-assigned themselves roles as MP’s on the main entrance gate ensuring attendees entered the premises unarmed and with correct attire and headdress.  Their commitment, dedication and selfless actions, certainly came to the attention of staff.  Thanks guys, it was really good to see and well appreciated for your roles and efforts.

Weary Dig – previous weekly mention as gamer who has been playing in the Straya IA community for some time and has achieved a damn good reputation at being consistent and a team player.  Albeit very professional and rarely speaks but his tactical approach and reasoning to gain the advantage and his demonstrated efforts to lead from the front really stand out.  Generally, a player who strategically and chronologically will take the objectives in order to prevent CSAT gaining the upper hand. Well played.

Pvt Badger  - This week Badger has been flying helos and has managed to top the list for the most transport points.  Not only can he play a great front-line role taking the battle to CSAT, but has the added ability to get troops in successfully.  Well done Badger.

Old Chopper – A long term player who has been playing for quite a long time.  Since being with Straya IA has come to attention and earned the respect of staff and players alike with his attitude and want to assist players in their roles, providing mentoring and support and tactical information regarding the engagement of the objectives.  Has previously been a POTW and has gained a number of honourable mentions. 

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 11/4/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Bad Moons Boss

Congratulations to Bad Moons Boss

 Bad Moon Boss – A front-line player that has come to the attention of the staff due to his approach and providing assistance. Ammo delivery, medical pods and repairs by bringing a bobcat into the AO are not above his capabilities. While he is not resupplying Bad Moons is lasering targets for CAS and taking down towers along his way.  Noted as playing in the JTAC role and an effective player.  Really good to see another player making the effort and generally working as a team to achieve the desired goal; however, he then goes one step further to ensure ground troops have ammo and supplies during a defend or in preparation to move from one AO to another. 

Honourable Mentions:

ED – Plays the role as a medic and does a fantastic job getting those who need a little patch up during the forward advance or in a defend.  Another international player, great to see ED always does all he can to make sure that he gets you up whenever they can regardless of the odds or obstacles that lie between.

REDSoDEAD – Been watching this player for a week or so and am impressed with his play in the front-line as a medic.  Made an awesome dent this week in getting those friendlies patched up as they charge into the AO.  Always in the front leading the charge seeking out CSAT and destroying their objectives. Great team work. 

Personal – Another medic and one of our international players that is committed to his role and definitely up there in the front.  Nice to have you on our side! Great work with your efforts in the past week and your dedication to the role of a medic.

Ace Rimmer – Early morning player that has been very consistent in playing for some time on the IA server. Quiet but consistent and tactical in his approach to the objectives. Plays as a medic and due to the smaller numbers in the morning sessions, consistently works as a great team player that can be relied on when engaging CSAT and medical intervention should you need it.

Aussie Cowboy – Another week of medical intervention, his actual kill ratio may not be as high as some, that’s because he actively heals and gets players back on their feet.  Sighted in a tower during a massive defend, kneeling and applying band aids and doing revives as those in the tower with him went down. Absolute marathon effort.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 4/4/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @tissh820

Congratulations tissh

@tissh820 – A definitive multi role player, Pilot, UAV, front line player lasing CSAT armour as it bears down on the advancing Blufor troops. Been an honourable mention over the past few weeks and continues to show he is a force to be reckoned with. As for this week’s endeavours and objectives this week was sighted not only in an operational role, but working the bobcat cleaning off aircraft wrecks on the apron from pilots who have either had a a misadventure or those that have been exposed to the constant irregular weather patterns from pilots not abiding from the pilot ROE.   Congratulations Tish and a player who communicates well and who has gained the respect of players and staff alike. 

Honourable Mentions:

ED – Plays the role as a medic and does a fantastic job getting those who need a little patch up during the forward advance or in a defend.  Another international player and great to see and always does all he can to make sure that he gets to you whenever he can regardless of the odds or obstacles that lie between.

@YeomanMaple – Aka the professor, anything that needs to be tested, modified or efficiency tested falls on his shoulders in some form of “science experiment”.  A massive knowledge of information relative to the workings of tactics and weaponry somewhere has been through his hands.  A very effective operator of armour, constantly pillaging and raining hell down on CSAT and his ploughs his way across the open flats into the AO and small towns that CSAT have infiltrated.  Oh and if you’re in a CSAT jet or helicopter, don’t for one second think you have the advantage, his tank shell statistics undeniably prove that your speed and agility for air superiority is flawed. A wealth of knowledge and a well-respected part of the Straya IA family.

@Lewes – A prior POTW and continues to show he has the ability to adapt and conquer day by day.  A good pilot however this week has made an impressionable forte as a front line player smashing a total of 18 towers and being part of the advancing foot soldiers into an AO.  Great to see a player move from the comfort of sipping warm tea, snacking on jam, cream and scones and the relative safety sitting on a leather pilot seat whilst patiently sitting on the pads and adopt another role and bunk down and face T140’s, GBUS, Snipers and all the other CSAT obstacles that a general front line player has to face. A good example of multi skilling. 

 Sosa – A relatively new player to the Straya IA server but has made an impression with his ability to get troops into the AO and boots on the ground.  Definitely shown he has the ability to deliver and another international player that is becoming a frequent part of the Straya IA community and one we are glad to have on our side.

@Aussie_Cowboy – oh you’re probably thinking he is just some yahoo with no cares in the world running around aimlessly around with no cares I the world when in fact he runs that’s for sure,.. he runs around weaving across the AO, hills dodging CSAT as he tries to get to your crumpled injured bleeding out body so he can fill you full of drugs to get you back into the fight.  A medic that plays the role very well, previously received an honourable mention for this exact reason.  A long-standing member of the IA community and one that knows how to lead by example, exceptional frontline operator and is always there when you need a medic.  Just ensure you leave your gold teeth at home; he sure likes gold.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 14/3/2021 

 Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @Clockie

Congratulations @Clockie.

@Clockie – Another great effort and play this week by Clockie as a medic and another dedicated to the role and knows what is required and applies it to get the job done. 348 revives, 8 CSAT commanders and HVT’s into Gitmo and leveled 6 towers.  A player that loves the role, challenges and is always prepared.  19 towers in the previous week as well as a huge amount of revives. Top effort Clockie, always good to have you playing alongside us, we all owe our appreciation for your revives, tactics and your dedication to the role.

Honourable Mentions:

@Ozzy: - Here we have another medic who plays his role well with 545 revives this week alone on top of the 879 revives the week prior.  Between Ozzy and Clockie, their overall revives are massive and I expect every player has had their direct involvement at some stage.  This keeps up, we won’t need as many pilots, and your be conscripted to working the front line, relinquishing your time on the pads sipping warm tea and eating crumpets. Another outstanding effort Ozzy, your sailing so close to the top I expect you to breach next week and take the lead and walk away with the top prize. 

@Venom– As Big Red said it is good to see a fellow JTAC in the field, and agreed that the role is underused or not used in its full capacity.  Again this week lasing targets for CAS and other air assets to annihilate the CSAT objectives, AA armour, and of course the CSAT ground troops.  Bring marshmallows as the diesel files he is creating with the strikes and remnants of what was an T140 Angara or other piece of CSAT armour is awesome.  Really great to be able to rely on the man with the laser, if it happens to be Venom, he just might be in a position if the opportunity arises to save your ass.

Tissh820 – Plays several roles and one as a pilot and seen in the UAV role as well.  Upcoming pilot who does his best to get you to the AO and on the ground, although, a T14 popped his head over a hill and made a lasting impression on his preferred LZ.  Albeit he pushed on and made amends and continues to improve.  As the UAV have been watching his progress and was seen to lase some AA and Armour with fantastic end results with all being totaled by the incoming CAS.  Plays both roles really well and is reliable, communicates and does a great job.  Well done Tissh820, fly with you anytime.

Monkhead – Plays also as a medic and has been a solid player on Straya IA for sometime, plays early and late and always leads by example, polite and willing to assist players new and old alike. Plays his role well, always on the move and up the front somewhere and goes the distance to get to you when the odds dictate otherwise. Very handy to have in a defend and a really good tactical player who is methodical in his approach yet extremely effective in neutralising the desired objective. Definitely a player that can be relied on and a great team player.

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 28/2/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @Glory501

Congratulations

@Glory501: –   pilot and also likes to play in the field.  Great skills to be able to diverse between the two, so his perspective of what ground troops rely and require from a pilot is definitely an advantage.  A pilot that does his utmost to get you to you AO, with a good overall result in succeeding.  Continues to provide a fantastic job, gets involved in the discussions in the TS channel and group chat and willing to help anyone who needs it. 

Honourable Mentions:

Clockie: – Continues to come to the attention of players and staff with his overall approach to the game.  Solid playing style as a medic and overall a good all-rounder in carrying explosive as well as his excellent dental skills in managing to extract gold and add to his financial portfolio.  Definitely a medic that can be relied on and more importantly a player who is always there willing to do what he can and help those who need it. Did I mention the 19 towers he bought down this week, rumour has it CSAT are seriously considering revoking their cheap imported steel and buying BHP.  

Styx: – Fast approaching a Veteran player on the IA server, well respected and knows exactly what needs to be done to reach an objective.  Definitely a force to be reckoned with plays as a medic and is always leading by example and getting in-capped players up and back into the fight.  Gets on very well with players both new an old.  Has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to strategic approaches and the way to approach the objectives to gain the upper hand and along the way leave a trail of CSAT that tried to defy his tasks.

@Appu:– Still holding his ground and playing well on the server, early morning and sometimes comes on again late into the evening. Plays a multiple of roles in the front line and targets all the objectives which include the mortar pit and AA. Has had several honourable mentions over the past few weeks, very well deserved and is still on the radar as a strong candidate to take out the top position.

Cookies: – Generally plays as a medic and a pilot but as of late has been flouting his abilities in a tank and doing a fairly good job overall.  Steep learning curve but is getting ahead inch by inch. Communicates well in game with his fellow Blufor team. Keep up the effort Cookies your doing a great job.  

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, our congratulations again to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 14/2/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is Lewes

Congratulations.  

Lewes – Been a constant player on the server as a pilot getting troops where they need to go and generally a good success rate.  Also playing in the UAV role lasing enemy armour in the AO and calling in CAS  to engage enemy assets. Considering he has only been with Straya I&A a short time has definitely left his mark and continues to learn, improve and engage with the other pilots and players. A player with a good attitude, Polite and willing to help where he can.  Engages well with players and Staff. Top stuff Lewes, good to have you on board.

Honourable Mentions:

The Tank Guy – As the name suggests is a Tanky has been extremely helpful to the advancing ground troops with his armour support in both advancing on the frontline and more importantly in the middle of a heated defend.  Does a fantastic job and is always up there doing whatever he can to disrupt CSAT by reducing their fleet of armour and cutting them off at the knees.  Considering the effort to drive to some of the most distant locations, doesn’t complain, drives and gets the job done as best as he can with the assets he has. Keep up the support and great to have a player who knows the role well.

@Appu– Another solid week for Appu, as a medic, sniper and plays both roles well.  Engages with other players well and always prepared to assist them with whatever he can do. Still likes to carry explosive and targets enemy assets, towers, vehicles whatever is needed to even the playing field and giving the BluFor team an edge. Keep it up Appu your achievements and efforts are not going un-noticed.

Venom – Another player who enjoys the armour side of playing driving a Marshal.  Very handy with a laser designator and was seen to lase two AA’s, and two CSAT tanks from a hill 1.3 km away and successfully was able to call in and achieve 4 direct hits from a T140 Friendly tank.  Very impressive and all done within the first 15 minutes of the AO commencing.  Nicely done especially for the ground troops and pilots having to slog their way through knowing they have a better chance of gaining the upper hand without being slaughtered in the first wave.

Stephen – Known for his abilities as a Tanky achieving some good solid results in ironside however has of late traded the tracks for rotors and is flying the helis and dropping of troops, cargo and providing an air service where needed.  A fast learner knowing that success is based on being able to fly low at times to avoid those AA and still be able to get your troops in within striking range of CSAT.  Continues to improve and engages well with other players and pilots and providing advice and assistance to new players if required. 

On behalf of Straya Gaming Staff and of course all its players, well done to the Player of The Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.

Player of the Week 7/2/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is ProRock

Congratulations. 

ProRock – What an awesome effort overall, playing as a medic and getting down to business and getting those in capped back on their feet back into the fight.   Still doesn’t say that much but his actions speak louder than words.   Plays the role exceptionally well, very handy to have in a defend and distance or obstacles between him and the inured make no difference.  Great effort overall and if he is playing you can pretty well accept that if you are in need of a touch up, medically that is, he will be on his way to you to make sure you get the attention you deserve. Top job ProRock.

Honourable Mentions:

@Appu – Another great week’s effort to Appu who is a relatively new player to the game but has made up a lot of ground and has really come on board.  Decisive player who plays the front line up the front doing whatever he can to support the advancing troops. Plays as a medic and likes to carry the odd explosive just so he can leave a lasting impression on the enemy leveling the radio towers when he gets the chance, which last week he made a considerable effort and achievement.  Fantastic effort Appu and great to see you having fun doing what you enjoy.

Rex12 – Plays as a medic, Has only just recently joined Straya gaming I&A but has left a damn fine impression of his attitude and playing ability in his tole.  Was instrumental in reviving downed players in a defence of the HQ during a defend and was noted to weave across the terrain, making every effort to get to those who were down.  Nicely played Rex2, we hope you continue with your chosen field, as we are always on the need for medics who are prepared to go the distance when the heat is turned up.

Patrick – Pilot, very new to the server and with very little experience, he has faced his errors, learnt from his mistakes and has pushed forward in becoming more confident and gaining more experience by the day.  Still may have a way to go, but in any case, has accepted the challenge, knows the aviation rules and is certainly improving and willing to give it his best shot.   Great effort Patrick.

On behalf of Straya Gaming , Well one and Congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable mention

Player of the Week 31/1/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @CPT iNSANO

Congratulations. 

@CPT iNSANO – Another long-term player from across the waters outside Aussie.  Never the less a great ally and formidable asset to have on your side.  Strategic player who is always leading and advancing forward on the enemy regardless of the role he plays.  Knows what to do and in what order things need to be achieved to take charge of the HQ.  Great communication in game and always willing to help others out where needed to achieve the desired goals.  Glad you’re on our side Cpt iNSANO.

Honourable Mentions:

@rd_sp– Frontline player who plays well under fire and has been playing with Straya I&A for sometime.  Constantly up the front with a laser on enemy armour, AA and anything else that is preventing the advance of BluFor.  Has a tendency to carry explosive and loves taking the radio towers down to ground level thereby preventing the enemy from calling in reinforcements.  Well done

Appu – A relatively new player to the game but has made up a lot of ground and has really come on board.  Decisive player who plays the front line up the front doing whatever he can to support the advancing troops. Plays as a medic and likes to carry the odd explosive just so he can leave a lasting impression on the enemy levelling the radio towers when he gets the chance.  Keep doing what your doing Appu, your leading by example.

ProRock – Plays as a medic and damn fine set of stable hands he has got.  Doesn’t say much, way to busy reviving and treating the advancing troops as they succumb to the enemy.  Plays the role exceptionally well, very handy to have in a defend and distance or obstacles between him and the inured make no difference.  Great effort overall and I can guarantee its comforting to know if you are one of those down, and Pro Rock is on the server, you have a damn good chance of getting back into the fight, without having to re spawn.  Top job ProRock.

On behalf of Straya Gaming congratulations to the Player of the Week and those players receiving an Honourable mention

Player of the Week 3/1/2021 

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @YeomanMaple

Congratulations. 

@YeomanMaple – Previously mentioned several weeks ago as an ISTAR powerhouse that provides not only the most pertinent information on high-risk enemy asset locations but also goes the extra mile to designate those targets and even then goes on to provide a fantastic Air Surveillance Operator service to the friendly fixed wing assets. Extremely effective in the CAS Jet providing support for advancing ground troops for those armoured targets.  Has continued throughout the past two weeks and has been a very valuable asset who is more than happy to pass on help and assistance to nee players in the JTAC and UAV role.  Outstanding job, YeomanMaple.

Honourable Mentions:

@Scandar - A frontline rifleman who has been noted to be right up the front leading the charge on CSAT.  Plays his role well, always in the thick of it and is strategic in his approach to the targets, polite and gets the job done.  Nice job Scandar.

Sgt Boisen – Another good example of a player who knows the UAV and JTAC roles.  Noted by a staff member have done a stellar job.  Really good to see players taking these specialist roles and are not only capable but are willing and happy to pass on their knowledge and experience to new players who try these roles.  Well done Sgt Boisen.

Steve – Ironside player and has provided exceptional support to our advancing ground troops.  Very effective in the role and plays right throughout the day.  His kill ratio is impressive and he manages to evade the CSAT anti-tank guys pretty well.  Definitely a thorn in their side.  Great effort and glad to have you on our side.

A great effort this past week and many more to come with a large influx of new players to the server.

Once again on behalf of Straya Gaming and Staff, Congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving Honourable Mentions. 

Player of the Week 6/12/2020

  Your Player of the Week chosen by the I&A staff team is @BuffyAU – Congratulations.

Plays on the front line and also known to fly the helis and handy behind the stick. Carries a .308 and knows how to use it well.  In fact rumours coming to light from other players mention that he is one of the best long distance snipers on I&A.  Considering he uses the nightstalker scope and shoots well outside the maximum distance with pinpoint accuracy and that info from comments of players in the game who have watched him.  Enemy snipers even feel the brunt of a .308 round as it passes through them as he searches for them lying in wait for the heli drop-offs in the hot zones.  Generally up the front punching his way through the flood of CSAT as they try to stop the BluFor advancing. Likes to play with explosives and is well known to decimate a number of radio towers when he gets near them.  Strategic player targeting the tasks in a good order, hence never having to re-engage the enemy twice on taking the HQ.  Plays early in the morning until the wee hours. Nicely played BuffyAU, a great asset to I&A.

On behalf of myself and all the Straya Gaming Staff, it is my honour and pleasure to award BuffyAu with the award of Player of the Week.

Honourable Mentions:

Ron – a Medic on a mission, covers all bases and plans well ahead.  Has adapted to his role perfectly and goes well beyond.  Has come to the attention of Straya Staff both on the Altis and the Tanoa server and a comment noted was “a really good trooper”.  Not only does he go to whatever distance required to get to you, along the way he has time to blow radio towers, capture HVT and other Commanders but also able to use his medic skills (Field Dentistry) in relieving CSAT of their gold teeth.  Definitely an all-round player who is a great attribute to his teammates and a thorn in the side of CSAT. Well done

@Seshwan Saucy – has come to attention of Big Red with his killing skills.  Noted in a session to clock over more than 300 kills prior to a restart and is always in the front line leading the charge ploughing through CSAT like a jack hammer going through a duck.  Definitely a player who knows tactics and works his way through the barrage of oncoming enemies in a strategic clockwork action leaving behind an endless trail of destruction for CSAT.  A great asset and player to have with I&A Straya Gaming.  Well done and we are glad to have you on our side.

Aidan T-M – A new player to I&A but this player has time to light for his unselfish actions in the heat of a gruesome defend on a couple of Altis locations. Actually watched him as did several others and supported by several players who made positive and supportive comments about his actions to run outside and carry those outside the walls of the HQ, back into the safety of the HQ to be revived by the medics.  He did this through the entire defend, only stopping to momentarily heal himself. He’s not even a medic yet this doesn’t deter him to take the risks regardless of his own safety.  He goes the distance and makes sure those down are able to get back into the fight.  Welcome to Straya Gaming I&A, your efforts haven’t gone unnoticed and a worthy of an honourable mention.

Awesome effort this week and congratulations to the Player of the Week and those receiving an Honourable Mention.  Thank you for making the Straya Gaming I&A server a great place to play, your support, attitude and overall involvement in the game has been well received and truly noted. 

Good to have you on board Watchy, your medic role has come to my attention. Well done mate enjoy, have fun and welcome to the Straya I&A community mate

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