GG: Today we have German Jaramillo in the Galaxy Gathering
studio. Welcome German, can I offer you something from the wet bar or a cigar
from General Nova’s private stock?
GJ: Hello. my pleasure John.
GJ: About your offer I do not smoke and I only drink bottled
water with seal of guarantee of sanitary authorities ... and rum! *wink*
*Pours to large glasses of rum and gets a sealed bottle of
water out of the mini fridge. He hands a glass of rum and the bottle of water
to German*
GG: Only the best for
my guests! Thanks for taking the time to talk to me today. ok let's get down to
business!
GG: For the record, what is your name, ID number and the
clan you are fighting with in this war?
GJ: GJ, Pilot License number 685605 reporting for Northwind
Dragons.
GG: What are you most looking forward to this war?
GJ: I intend to do some stress tests for my squad, in the
face of an eventual confrontation with Xeon. I will use the tournament to check
those marvelous missile boosts developed by ChronoPower and that mad dude of
Harlan.
GG: Yes, the +50 speed boost to Missiles this war should be
interesting for sure.
GG: There are 4 specialists this war. Do you enjoy running a
specialist formation or do you enjoy fighting as an unlimited more?
GJ: Scott, our CO, has the common sense of not waste a spec
on one of his most powerful crew pilots. *grins*
GJ: But, answering about my preferences, I like the relax of
an unlimited force. You need less maneuvers to avoid get caught by enemy
stalkers.
GG: Yes, your unlimited formation has grown powerful over
the last 8-10 wars. I can see why Scott would chose to keep you in that role.
Yes, I do hear you on the spec snipers. If you can catch someone out of
formation you feel great but if you are the one caught then life sucks *Grin*
GG: This war every clan must have an SRB specialist to
enter. Are you a fan of a clan being required to have a specialist just to
enter the war?
GJ: I like that the game organizers use the tournaments to
refine those strategies that the enemy could demand, as we have seen that has
happened repeatedly in the past. General Nova is not a fool.
GJ: On a personal basis, I find every opportunity for
improvement to be stimulating.
GG: I like to see a pilot who loves looking for ways to
improve. Good for you!
GG: Do you think Nick will give a bonus prize to the SRB
specialists this war like he did for the 20T guys last war?
GJ: I ignore it. But I think that would not be a bad idea.
Those little gestures of generosity always generate good press for Craftsmen
and encourage rookie and veteran pilots to take care of and perfect their
specs.
GG: Well if he does give those extra prizes out I am sure
those who win them will not be sad.
GG: Which specialist formation do you least enjoy fighting
against and why?
GJ: None. There is only one spec that I have not ready yet
(and that I am upgrading), but if my opponent is running it, I will simply do
not attack.
GJ: However, a spec that I will always avoid is ... Hey, let
the others use their brains to realize which are the best specs for each case,
do not you think?
GG: Grats on having almost every spec formation built. That
is impressive! Yes, I am personally all for more player choice and letting them
think for themselves *Smile*
GG: What clan do you most enjoy fighting against and why?
GJ: I enjoy when the opponent has a strength comparable to
ours and with a defined strategy that allows him to measure us.
GJ: Uncertainty and danger are an excellent stimulus for
further improvement. Right now, the only one clan that could attempt to do it,
ran out from our current division.
GG: Well there is a few days left before final clan lock so
maybe things will change and you will find them back in your division when the
dust settles.
GG: What clan do you least enjoy fighting against and why?
GJ: Another Dragon clan. When that happens, it is because
the Craftsmen made unforeseen changes in the distribution of the divisions,
which escaped to the control of any possible planning. It is not a pleasant
situation, because we are not only in the spotlight of the bitterest criticism,
but by force, one of the two will not be able to taste the triumph of his hard
work and preparation.
GG: I have found myself in that situation over the years and
yes, it is not very fun to have to fight your fellows.
GG: Is there something in your career as a mech jockey you
are proud about and would like to share?
GJ: The virtues one can acquire are as many as defects and
vices in case of abandoning to the darker aspects of this life (and this game).
GJ: Over time, you can learn to relativize things and set
aside concerns to begin to take care of the issues that require your attention.
You will save energy and avoid stress.
GJ: Anger does not lead to anything positive, nor does it
help you to fight better. Stay calm and you will be a more effective and
dangerous warrior for your opponent.
GJ: Be patient. Excellence does not fall from the sky as if
Zeon made a colony drop. Work hard and the profit will come with time in many
different ways and forms.
GJ: Be gentle and cordial with everyone: with friends and
with enemies ... If you have destroyed the mech of your opponent, take the time
to favor his rescue. You would want them to do the same for you, right?
GJ: Each step in life holds a lesson from which to learn ...
Stay focused!
GG: Those are very good words for playing the game and in
our personal lives.
GG: Is there anything else you would like to add or a shout
out to a friend or foe you would like to give?
GJ: A message to the rookie pilots: Despite how hard you may
see the possibility to reach the top divisions and the excellence as a Mech
Pilot... Never discourage and keep working hard and with patience towards your
goals. All of them are achievable, no matter how absurdly hard they may look.
GG: Thanks for the words of encouragement to all the new
pilots out there.
GG: Well that concludes this interview. I want to say thank
you again for taking the time to talk to me German. It has been a pleasure. I
wish you and your crew the best.
GJ: The pleasure is mutual, thank you John.