Capt. Jaymorr WT 1CO
Thinking back, what drew you to TAW?
I was playing in a random battle of World of Tanks, and a member sent out a recruiting message, and I took the bait. Lol I have enjoyed the structure of TAW being former military seems like a natural fit.
Do you have any special hobbies or activities outside of online gaming/TAW?
I love collecting firearms. Currently I have an AK-47, SKS, Mosin Nagant short version (one of the most accurate sniper rifle of WW 2), and a Henry Repeater., several hand guns,
Did you admire a famous person?
What made them admirable? Winston Churchill This man was able to hold off the *** for over 2 years before we entered into WW 2. Also said one of my favorite quotes, "If you're going through hell, keep going."
What are some favorites? Color, food, ice cream, book, movie, song, sports,
My favorite color is blue, favorite food is steak properly prepared and cooked, favorite ice cream I would have to go with Ben & Jerry's Cookie Dough ice cream, Favorite movies are Apocalypse Now and Big Red One Even though in Big Red One the Tiger tank and PZ IV are both Sherman tanks with a few modifications.
What are the goals you are still working toward?
Getting my associates degree in Information Technology
Tell me how you first got involved in with TAW
I first got involved in TAW as a DI. I held that position for over two months then, shortly after I became a TI. I held the position of TI for a little while when I heard about a opening for the SO position. When I was interviewed for the position I was asked which I would rather be an XO or SO. I picked the XO because I like dealing with regular members more than recruits at that time. Now currently I am CO of fourth corps, first battalion World of Tanks.
What was your first impression of TAW?
My first impressions of TAW were that I liked the structuring, and how organized meetings were. I also liked at the beginning of mandatory trainings that the highest ranking member of your division made announcements first, and that there was always time for even lower ranking members.
What's your first memory of something related to TAW?
Receiving a gift from a member for joining in World of Tanks. The person who did my boot camp was the SO at the time, and must have thought I was something special. LOL
What has surprised you most about working with TAW?
That I have made it to CO. I joined with intentions of remaining a soldier just to have more in game time, but now that I am the CO I love being able to see what goes on behind the scenes to keep a battalion, and division in TAW running.
What do you find most challenging about TAW?
Being able to maintain a professional bearing at all times. Especially if I know that one of my members has done something and will not admit that he did it. This is the hardest thing I have come across in taw. I've only had this happen once. Great job WT 1
What's the best/worst thing to happen since you started working with TAW?
Seeing friends come and go. I understand that it is only a game, but I feel I have made some very good friends in TAW, and I hate to see them leave. Also dealing with some of the drama that has happened since I have been CO has been pretty difficult.
When you last volunteered, made a donation, etc., how did that make you feel?
I have felt great about the help that I have been able to contribute to WT 1.
If you could change one thing about TAW, what would it be?
To see more of the TAW universities being held. When I first joined I believe these were once every month or at most two months in between. Now it seems that they have been almost forgotten about. Also I would like to see more newsletters going out.
What do you wish other people knew about TAW?
More of the history behind TAW. I took the information specialist tab test recently, and I the information I found to get the tab was very interesting. The one thing though that TAW was founded by military for military originally.
Why are you supporting the TAW as opposed to other groups working on TAW?
Since I joined a year ago, I have enjoyed the military like structure of TAW, and the people that I work with in my position, and enjoy the competitions we have in World of Tanks.
Tell me about some of the people you've met while working on TAW?
I have met Steel Ranger my current division commander, a very good person. Also I would like to think Themus XO and JordonDummy SO. I do not know what I would do without you guys. Also I would like to think all the WT 1 members for sticking with us through the good and bad times.
What would you say are some of your strongest beliefs about TAW?
That we are organization that keeps personal views out of gaming. Like religion, sex, and political views. Also respecting one another from CIC down to recruit.
What's your personal philosophy on what should be done about TAW?
My personal philosophy on what should be done about TAW is that; I wish the members knew more of the history behind TAW, and how it came to be the massive soon to be non-profit origination it is going to be.
When your friends/family find out that you volunteer, donate, etc., what do they say or ask?
They are happy that I have found something to do as a hobby.
Tell me about someone who has influenced your decision to work with TAW?
SteelRanger and Patamon both World of Tanks Division Commanders have both influenced me to work with TAW. Both being in the military also made it easier to listen to them, and reassured me they knew their stuff.
What might someone be surprised to know about you?
I would like to get my pilots license.
The interest in TAW seems to be growing/waning. Why do you think that is?
More members are joining, and having a good experience with TAW. One of the best reasons I can think of for an organization to grow is members enjoy the experience.
What would you tell someone who is thinking about donating, volunteering, etc.?
I would let them know the responsibilities of that position, and tell them to give it their all.
What do you think will change about TAW over the next five years?
I think that we will add more games, making us grow even more. I would also like to see another division formed once we have more games added into TAW.
What's it like to be a volunteer, client, donor or the TAW?
It is like doing anything else you do in life. Give it everything you have, and in the end hope for the best. If you do not get the best, then evaluate what went wrong, and do not be afraid to make changes.
If you weren't volunteering, using their services, etc., what would you be doing instead, or what would your life be like?
I would probably be bouncing from one clan to another trying to find one that I liked.
As a client, volunteer, donor, what sorts of trends do you see?
I see that when our battalion is not actively involved in some type of contest to see which platoon is the best our overall attendance goes down.
How would someone describe you?
That is best for someone else to answer, but if I had to guess all around a good guy, who keeps his word.
What do you do when you aren't working, volunteering?
I like to go out and shoot my rifle and pistol collection. I also enjoy fishing, watching football and eating pizza.
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