Sylvos

I would hate to see the OFCC and the BSB shift away from a friendly format and become ard'boys style as a result

I would like to point out one simple principle that needs to be said.  Involvement in a tournament circuit does not mean that you can not have a "friendly format" first of all.  Just because sportsmanship may not be a scored election or primary requirement in an event, it does not mean that you are going to run into a "Win at all costs" environment.  These are all events put on by Ordo Fanaticus or clubs affiliated with them.  The Pacific Northwest self-polices their player-base and events to eliminate that form of behavior.   

Also, a "no comp" style events do not mean you are going to run into ultra competitive or win at all cost players.  It just means players have the freedom to bring whatever they choose to the event including things like Special Characters and so forth.  I wish to break this mentality that if you have a "no comp" event that it means you are going to encounter aholes.  That really isn't the situation, after all you will be playing against Ordo members so what is the concern?

I just wanted to update this topic with the mention that we have had 4 Ordo Fanaticus members obtain gainful employment and have started a career in the Trades!

2 Inside Electricians

1 Sheet Metal Worker

1 Carpenter

Congrats on your new apprenticeship guys!

Committees are accepting applications guys and gals, if you are even remotely curious feel free to give them a call.  The committees for each trade's contact information will be on the link listed above.  

Again, good luck Ordo!

Rothand Studios has a Hierotitan conversion kit I bought which is pretty bad ass.

http://rothandstudio.blogspot.com/

Just look at his Tomb King models and you'll see his Hierotitans.

Hello Ordo Fanaticus,

My name is John Kersey and I'm the Internal Operations Manager of the Apprenticeship and Training Division (ATD) for the Bureau of Labor and Industries here in Oregon.  I also serve as the SAA Director for the Bureau's Department of Veteran's Affairs contract.  The reason for my post is that I have noticed that there are quite a few Ordo Fanaticus members that are looking for jobs and seeking a method to support their families.  

The Apprenticeship and Training Division is responsible for the registration of all Apprentices in the state of Oregon that are in registered trades.  An apprenticeship is an On-the-Job (OJT) program that consists of a combination of Related and Classroom Training as well as on the job experience performing the work.  

For those of you who do not know what an apprenticeship is, apprenticeship is an occupational training that combines supervised on the job training and classroom instruction towards a specific career.  The apprentice usually starts out at 50% of the wage of a Journeyman (those who have completed their training, received industry certification and have passed the exams) and most apprenticeship last anywhere from two to five years.  The apprentice wage increases per step as you progress through the program until the apprentice wage is equal to the journeyman wage and the apprentice is ready for graduation. 

An apprenticeship is run through an organized body called an "Apprenticeship Committee" which is comprised of both employees and employers of the trade and who have developed a structured curriculum to fully train apprentices in their chosen occupation.  These committees may be union, non-union, or mixed and are all supervised by the Apprenticeship and Training Division of the Bureau of Labor and Industries.  

So right now, there are several committees seeking people to become apprentices in their chosen trades.  The Apprenticeship and Training Division posts the "Opening Notices" (job postings) for each committee that has available spots.  I am encouraging anyone who is interested in finding a job doing skilled trade work to check out the ATD's website and apply for an apprenticeship through the committee of the job they are seeking.  I would also like to point out that the Journeyman wages of several of these occupations are very good.  On average you will find journey workers making around $30.00/hr on some jobs if not more.  

Now some of you are probably asking "What does John get from someone applying? Does he get a bonus if X amount of people sign up?"

The answer is no, I do not receive any compensation or acknowledgement.  I merely wish to provide an employment opportunity to those who are in need of a good career that will pay well and keep them buying models to play at OFCC!

Here is the link to the FAQ we have for Apprenticeship.  "What is Apprenticeship?"

Here is the link to the Opening Notices (Job Postings) for all our Committees: Apprenticeship Opportunities Statewide.

The Apprenticeship Opportunities Statewide table is organized as follows:
1st Column shows the Area (Portland Metro is Area 1, Salem Area is no.2, etc. if you click on the numbers it will pull up the State Regional Jurisdiction Map)

2nd Column displays the Program Description (Occupation) - Plumber, Electrician, etc...

3rd Column displays the Program's affiliation - Union, Non-union, Mixed.

4th Column displays the Master Agreement Number which is what we use to designate every committee.

5th Column displays the Location that you may physically apply for the position.

6th Column displays the Application Accepted section that will show the current job postings and contact method for each committee to apply for the apprenticeship.

To apply for a position merely contact the committee providing the opportunity and they will give you the instructions on how to apply.  This does not automatically guarantee you for a job as you must like other applicants be selected from a pool of other applicants.  

If you have any questions about these apprentice opportunities or wish to know more, you may contact me at work at 971-673-0772.  That is my office number and I'm more than happy to provide information on how to get a career in the trades started.

If you are a veteran, every registered apprenticeship with the Bureau of Labor and Industries is an Approved Facility.  That means you may also use your G.I.Bill benefits while serving as an apprentice.  You may also call me at the number listed above with questions about that as well.

As I said before, I receive nothing if you are brought into a program - I merely wish to see everyone in Ordo on their feet and happy.  I will also state that these programs and occupations pay very well, you merely need a high school diploma or a GED to qualify for most programs.  So feel free to give me a call and I'll be happy to provide whatever assistance I can.

Thank you and good luck Ordo!

John Kersey

With two years of Exterior House Painting, have you considered contacting the painters union or their apprenticeship office to be an apprentice painter?

Western Oregon Southwest Washinginton Painters JATC.

They have an Opening Notice which means they are accepting applications for apprenticeship.

Contact information: 503-287-4856

The non-union Painters - Area 1 Paintes JATC also have an opening notice their number is: 503-675-0548.

Currently, Wood Elves excel at movement. They are mostly move 5, 9, and flyers. The dryads skirmish and can spread out quickly, if you spam them. I listened to and read several theories. I decide to play them like a 6th Ed armry: dance around for position, pick your fights, and pounce. I think John Kersey's advertised tactic works well: go move away from where your opponent expects you to be. Play to your strengths and use the terrain to your advantage.

It's poor form to beat someone with their own tactics :).

Just saying!

Grats again Eric :D

James, you may use them whenever you want.  They are 100% welcome in the Ordo Fanaticus Fantasy Open if you want to run your Ogres with them then.  Otherwise in normal gameplay who cares? Bring them and if your opponent is going to cry about it then have them counts as Mournfang and remember them for being sissies.  This entire mindset that Forge World not being allowed is just stupid, but that is a rant for another day.

For the Ordo Fanaticus Fantasy Open: or the OFFO!
 

I would like to point out that not only are Storm of Magic creatures allowed in the Special allowance (following the Scrolls of Binding rules - i.e. no more than 2 of the same type of scroll) but you also have access to Sorcerous/Demonic pacts and the monsters from Warhammer Forge Monstrous Arcanum and Forge world.

That distinction is rather important!

OFFO, I like that.  I think we'll keep it.

Yes, this event is a single player event taking place on Friday while the team event takes place on Saturday/Sunday.

Hello everyone,

I am happy to announce the release of the official Rules Pack for the OFCC Fantasy Open 2014!

This OFCC 2014 event will take place Friday, September 26th at the Double Tree Hotel in Portland, Oregon during the OFCC 2014 event.

The OFCC Fantasy Open will be a 3 round, no composition event where players bring 3,000 pt armies and battle.

Interested parties may review the rules pack in the Downloads section.or find it here.

Any questions may be directed to me via PM.  Rules Pack 2014 for the Warhammer Fantasy Open will be updated once a month as needed.

Code of Conduct prevents me from responding with an adequate response that would justify my distaste for the very title of this thread.