TEST Infinity Squad Interest/Discussion Thread

[NKato]

Okay, well since there aren't any other categories in our forums that suit this just yet, I'm posting it here in Logistics, since Infinity's order of business is "information logistics".

Basically, Infinity Squad will start life in the Persistent Universe with a primary Exploration mission statement, and when the initial exploration push is concluded, Infinity Squad will be rolled into several other new categories. They are as follows: Imaging Intelligence (IMINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Celestial Cartography (CELINT). Infinity Squad will also develop extra skillsets that may be helpful for specialized needs (SPEC). I'll break down these categories into specific roles that prospective Infinity Squad applicants may be interested in.

SIGINT

• Data Specialists (Anybody with a Herald, good at running data)
• Electronic Warfare Specialists (Defensive and Offensive EWAR)
  
• Sensor/Scanner Specialists (Useful for Exploration and as part of a command vessel)

IMINT & CELINT

• Stellar Cartography (Charting unknown systems)
• Science Officer (Also falls under SPEC)
  
• Resource Mapping
• Jump Point Charting
• Photography

SPEC

• Medical (Medic & Doctor)
  
• Engineering (Repairs & Optimization)
  
• Scouting
• Information Analysis
  
• Other roles that may be called for in Infinity Squad missions

The short of it is, Infinity Squad is a well-rounded squad that specializes in information acquisition in-universe. "But isn't that spying?" You might ask.

Well, my response is: Are you stupid? Read a dictionary. None of Infinity Squad's mission roles cover espionage, apart from hacking the Spectrum (yes, that will probably be a thing), and targeted data interception of other couriers ("pull over and give us all your data, or we blow you to pieces."). Even those aren't clandestine like what you'd think. I'll let the spies do the spying, and I'll do my part as a data specialist.

To give you an idea of what a typical Infinity Squad mission will be like after the first couple of weeks of PU (of which will be spent with the majority on voluntary assignment to exploration), let's look at the Galactic Guide for the Rihlah System.

In the Guide, it says:

From the surface of Rihlah VI, the system’s distant dwarf worldlet, the light from Rihlah’s star is barely visible. This is not, of course, something the typical traveler would ever experience. Rihlah VI is a lonely world void of atmosphere, resources, landing zones or any interest whatsoever. It is wholly un-noteworthy, safe for the persistent spacer rumor that the planet is home to a Xi’An “tripwire” capable of autonomously placing the Empire on a war fitting. The claim, wholly unsubstantiated, goes that the technology is left over from Rihlah’s days as a fortified border system and that the technology remains active, buried in Rihlah VI’s core to this day. No rumor clearly identifies what the tripwire is, with claims ranging from the central computer that controls a massive space network of scanners to some sort of doomsday device capable of destroying the planet and anyone caught investigating it.

This kind of rumor would be something that Infinity Squad would investigate. We'd put the job up on the Infinity Squad board, and any takers are encouraged to work together as a unit to find out more. If a positive outcome is achieved, they may receive a payout from the pooled funds of Infinity Squad (this point, I'm still thinking on and hammering out details of, so all details associated with a funding pool for I.S. is in the air.)

Overall, I see Infinity Squad as a group dedicated to improving each member's skillset in information, data observation and gathering, and making snap decisions on the spot. I anticipate that one of the most common roles for an Infinity Squad member, will be sitting at the sensor station aboard a multi-crew ship (be it heavy ship or capship), and watching the scans and information very closely.

Any thoughts, or questions? You're also welcome to express your interest in Infinity Squad in this thread; I plan on putting up an official application when the Persistent Universe Alpha launches.

Important Disclaimer: Infinity Squad is not an official group in TEST Squadron...yet.

 

[Garrus_Vakarian__]

So Infinity Squad is the Intel section of TEST? Does that mean the Squad won't be very combat oriented(aside from gathering militaristic intelligence)?

Also you have my vote for participation.

 

[CookieDoctor]

The optimization for engineering I can understand for Intel, but aren't repair and medical out of place?

 

[NKato]

The optimization for engineering I can understand for Intel, but aren't repair and medical out of place?

Infinity Squad will be making use of exploration ships on a regular basis, so those fields of specialization are needed to ensure optimal running condition of our DUR's and Carracks. And to figure out a way to get the engines to run on Pabst Blue Ribbon.

Having the ability to effect in-the-field repairs and medical assistance to injured crewmembers is going to be important, too. Especially if you're operating in Stand-Alone Status like most crewed exploration vessels. The idea is to encourage well-rounded skillsets in Infinity Squad, and by extension, TEST Squadron.

 

[CrashMan054]

Infinity Squad will be making use of exploration ships on a regular basis, so those fields of specialization are needed to ensure optimal running condition of our DUR's and Carracks. And to figure out a way to get the engines to run on Pabst Blue Ribbon.

Having the ability to effect in-the-field repairs and medical assistance to injured crewmembers is going to be important, too. Especially if you're operating in Stand-Alone Status like most crewed exploration vessels. The idea is to encourage well-rounded skillsets in Infinity Squad, and by extension, TEST Squadron.

I would think one of those repair ships(crucible) would be nice to have along with a DUR or a Carrack. Getting people to use those(IMO) is going to be very important to large fleets in the PU.

 

[Yellowdog]

I am a L33tH@X0RS
herald will be good for this though.

 

[Preston]

I'm definitely interested in it.

 

[NKato]

I would think one of those repair ships(crucible) would be nice to have along with a DUR or a Carrack. Getting people to use those(IMO) is going to be very important to large fleets in the PU.

Crucibles are probably going to be multi-crew ships, so if you're in stand-alone status (operating as a single ship), bringing along additional ships would be out of the question. This is more about being able to repair the ship on-site with drones or EVA work.

 

[_paramedic]

Sign me up for your interest-list.

 

[Huegpaynis]

I look forward to getting "locations of interest" to "Say hello to" with my retaliator from Infinity squad.

 

[Tooterfish]

My Carrack is at your service.

 

[NKato]

I look forward to getting "locations of interest" to "Say hello to" with my retaliator from Infinity squad.

*bweep bweep*

Comm Officer: Incoming transmission from Infinity Squad, sir!

Admiral: On Screen.

*screen opens, showing a squad of drunkards aboard a Carrack*

Infinity Squad Captain: Hello, Admiral.

Admiral: What is it this time? Last time you called me like this, it was for a piece of space wreck that you yourselves blew up.

Infinity: We've found a gigantic, ginormious pirate base. It's in Goss.

Admiral: Okay, and?

Infinity: That's it. Sending coordinates now.

Comm Officer: Sir, we've received the coordinates. The pirate base is in the Olympus Pool Nebula.

Admiral: Send in the Boomshine Raiders.

*dramatic music*

 

[GrammarGestapo]

no. This is how it would really be.

You go this way. K.

You go this way. k.

You go this way. k.

(hours later)

NKato: Find anything?

all others: nope, we ain't found shit.

 

[GrammarGestapo]

Also, NKato, make sure to keep it clear that this is your squad. Not the official TEST one.

 

[NKato]

Also, NKato, make sure to keep it clear that this is your squad. Not the official TEST one.

Not like there are any official TEST squads yet! :p

 

[GrammarGestapo]

Not like there are any official TEST squads yet! :p

yeah, but people perceive it as that way. Have to make sure they know what they're up for.

 

[NKato]

yeah, but people perceive it as that way. Have to make sure they know what they're up for.

Done. :p

 

[GrammarGestapo]

Done. :p

happy! and interested!

 

[CitizenDad]

Okay, well since there aren't any other categories in our forums that suit this just yet, I'm posting it here in Logistics, since Infinity's order of business is "information logistics".

Basically, Infinity Squad will start life in the Persistent Universe with a primary Exploration mission statement, and when the initial exploration push is concluded, Infinity Squad will be rolled into several other new categories. They are as follows: Imaging Intelligence (IMGINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Celestial Cartography (CELINT). Infinity Squad will also develop extra skillsets that may be helpful for specialized operations (SPEC). I'll break down these categories into specific roles that prospective Infinity Squad applicants may be interested in.

SIGINT

• Data Specialists (Anybody with a Herald, good at running data)
• Electronic Warfare Specialists (Defensive and Offensive EWAR)
  
• Sensor/Scanner Specialists (Useful for Exploration and as part of a command vessel)

IMGINT & CELINT

• Stellar Cartography (Charting unknown systems)
• Science Officer (Also falls under SPEC)
  
• Resource Mapping
• Jump Point Charting
• Photography

SPEC

• Medical (Medic & Doctor)
  
• Engineering (Repairs & Optimization)
  
• Scouting
• Information Analysis
  
• Other roles that may be called for in Infinity Squad missions

The short of it is, Infinity Squad is a well-rounded squad that specializes in information acquisition in-universe. "But isn't that spying?" You might ask.

Well, my response is: Are you stupid? Read a dictionary. None of Infinity Squad's mission roles cover espionage, apart from hacking the Spectrum (yes, that will probably be a thing), and targeted data interception of other couriers ("pull over and give us all your data, or we blow you to pieces."). Even those aren't clandestine like what you'd think. I'll let the spies do the spying, and I'll do my part as a data specialist.

To give you an idea of what a typical Infinity Squad mission will be like after the first couple of weeks of PU (of which will be spent with the majority on voluntary assignment to exploration), let's look at the Galactic Guide for the Rihlah System.

In the Guide, it says:


This kind of rumor would be something that Infinity Squad would investigate. We'd put the job up on the Infinity Squad board, and any takers are encouraged to work together as a unit to find out more. If a positive outcome is achieved, they may receive a payout from the pooled funds of Infinity Squad (this point, I'm still thinking on and hammering out details of, so all details associated with a funding pool for I.S. is in the air.)

Overall, I see Infinity Squad as a group dedicated to improving each member's skillset in information, data observation and gathering, and making snap decisions on the spot. I anticipate that one of the most common roles for an Infinity Squad member, will be sitting at the sensor station aboard a multi-crew ship (be it heavy ship or capship), and watching the scans and information very closely.

Any thoughts, or questions? You're also welcome to express your interest in Infinity Squad in this thread; I plan on putting up an official application when the Persistent Universe Alpha launches.

Important Disclaimer: Infinity Squad is not an official group in TEST Squadron...yet.

I love you Nkato. And yeah fully support this 1000%.

 

[rogesh]

if im not on russianj's javelin i would be interestet in the spec part of your job describtion :D