There was no way the newsletter team could single out just one person to represent TAW in the 50th ITS interview. That would suggest that one member deserved the honor more than another, and in TAW each recruit is as valued and important as the CiC. So we decided to hop on TS at 1am and ask a group of several random TAW members to answer just one question:
What do you feel most clearly sets TAW apart from the other big clans and gaming communities?
Lt. Gen Eifer, [OS SCC]: I think, one of the major - and in my opinion, best - things that set TAW apart from other clans or communities, is our structure. From servant leadership, which we basically toss at anyone that wants an opportunity, to arrangements that make sure our members can stay, even though real life commitments hinder their online time.
1SG Corrosive, [CS 1]: The first thing that comes to mind is the structure, it is great for effective communication and organization. With this structure members are easily recognized for their dedication and commitment. Also members have a sense of identity that creates a community that is open and welcoming to all.
2nd Lt. RaulenAndrovius [SW 1]: TAW has the best experience in teamwork, organization, and human-sympathy for large-group dynamics. With time-tested experience, TAW will last, with its current policy, til 2111, imo. Culture is made, not merely tolerated, and we prove that every day.
MSG EpsilonAlpha [TA 3TS]: What truly sets TAW apart from other big clans and gaming communities is extremely simple - organisation. TAW is organised in ways which I have never seen in a gaming community before. From the new recruits to the CIC, everyone benefits from the level of organisation that TAW has developed over time.
SGT Nocturne [LL 1]: I feel like one of the more positive things that sets TAW apart from other clans I've been in is that we emphasize mutual respect and enforce it as a law.
SGM ExquisitExamplE [QW 1]: TAW stands out from other clans I've been in primarily because of the depth of divisions; while other clans may support several games, TAW supports a multitude of different games, and is constantly adding divisions for newly released games. If you lose interest in one game, you can move to a division that plays a different game, while still having a centralized place to find and socialize with your friends from previous divisions. Those things, coupled with our high standards in regards to civility and decorum, make TAW a true gaming community, as opposed to just another "clan".
COL DeadXOn [OS SDC]: The organization of it all and the diverse international community. I like how I can go play a game in QuakeWars then hop down and play a few rounds with CSGO while still being recognized as a TAW member. TAW truly is a gaming community and not a run-of-the-mill clan
MGN Subrat [CC 4CC]: There is not really one thing that sets TAW apart from the rest. It's our core beliefs that set us apart from the rest "Loyalty, Honor, Friendship, and Fair Play".
Loyalty - A feeling of strong support for something - The support of our community and members
Honor - High moral standards - Our members are held accountable for there actions on and off our servers.
Friendship - The relationship between friends - The friendships and bonds that are built between members of the community.
Fair Play - Behaving or treating other people in a way that is honest - That everyone here plays the game that they enjoy fairly and honestly.
As this is the foundation of the TAW and why we have been so successful for he last 11 years and are still growing. Since everyone that wears a "TAW" tag in front of their name is proud being in this community.