Saturday, May 13, 2017

CW3323 Pre-War Interview With Robert C. Goetz #175626 By John Ringo #899287

GG: Today we have Bob Goetz in the Galaxy Gathering studio. Welcome Bob, can I offer you something from the wet bar or a cigar from General Nova’s private stock?

Bob: Sure, like the Double malt myself.

*Gets out 2 large glasses and a bottle of "Old Tanersley" one of the best double malts you can't buy on the open market. John hands one of the glasses to Bob*

GG: Ok now that we are all comfortable 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?

Bob: Robert C Goetz Sr. #175626 MG Defender's {AFF} (Collector's)

GG: What are you most looking forward to this war?

Bob: Seeing if we can score more points against The Isle of Misfit Toy's (MMI), they won D2 gold last time and we were the new kids on the block and lowest in division but still earned silver, doubt that will change anytime soon, but want to see if increasing our average a little brings us more offence.

GG: The joys of clan leadership. Learning what you can from the last fight and adjusting from there to get a better outcome. I wish you the best in your quest.

GG: There are 4 specialists this war. Do you enjoy running a specialist formation or do you enjoy fighting as an unlimited more?

Bob: Last CW I was 1200t and did quite well not only did I receive D points all 3 rounds but I used it against others mains last 2 rounds and beat almost half of 1 clan and over half the other...so a tighter better force was nice, and considering the level difference I was very impressed, I do always try to keep all my formations current as to be able to attack where and when needed, but this CW I'm going unlimited as thought it would be nice to let some of the others have the fun 🙂

Bob: I'd love to see something different for next Squad Wars, 5 member squads all specialist all has to be different...it will show the true commitment to the game for all involved...  😈

GG: I see your Mother taught you the value of sharing. *Smile*

GG: Yes, a five member squad and everyone has to have a different spec would be a tough test of a lot of groups for sure.

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?

Bob: I have mixed feelings about it to be honest, Rainbows are simple so no biggie, but 20T could be tougher for some players, so either way if you're prepared no big deal but if you’re not can catch you off guard. I neither hate or love it.

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?

Bob: hmmm...didn't think about that...not sure what it could be..a 1 legged mecha?? lol   but would be nice to get something extra...we all want MOAR!!

GG: And the MOAR crowd goes wild!

GG: Which specialist formation do you least enjoy fighting against and why?

Bob: the ones that require not weight like 30T for example but the ones that require a certain mechas like iMech KOTM, as far as in CW's...rather not give out which ones I rather not face.. wouldn't want the enemies to know which ones to pick 😈 that is classified information.

GG: Fair enough we will never push for Classified Info *Smile*

GG: This war missiles are getting a +50 Speed boost. Are you excited about this and will this change how you set up your formations?

Bob: Yes on both parts...I went through all my formations added more missiles and missile shielding...this will make the prepared look beastly against the ones that failed to plan...as old saying goes if you fail to plan you plan to fail...I expect to see lots of these...I mean if some players can't even be bothered to make sure they have HG...why should we expect them to be ready for this new twist.

GG: Ah yes, the lack of HG. I see that way more often then I should.

GG: What clan do you most enjoy fighting against and why?

Bob: Currently (MMI) they are the gold standard in D2 so nice to see where our troops measure up against theirs.

GG: What clan do you least enjoy fighting against and why?

Bob: Could say same clan...as we know at this time they are out of our league power wise...

GG: Is there something in your career as a mech jockey you are proud about and would like to share?

Bob: I guess thing I’m most proud of is the {AFF}, we've been here plugging away for over 4yrs, sometimes we were the underdogs other times we were the favored, but the loyalty of our guys even in the down times has remained, other groups have risen and fell since begging of this game but we remain...we may not be the most feared...or even respected in the game but we are here to support the game and our friends, and at the end of the day it's a game to be played for fun if you're here for any other reason...why? Let's treat each other as friendly rivals and have some fun, Peace out 🙂

GG: Very well said. *Smile*

GG: Is there anything else you would like to add or a shout out to a friend or foe you would like to give?

Bob: Get gear loaded Pilots I smell war...and it's very near....see ya on the battlefield..remember Xeon is the scourge of the galaxy...go get you some of that!!


GG: Ok thanks again for taking the time to talk with me today Bob. It was a pleasure. I wish the best to you and your crew.