21Feb/120
Time to make it rain!
Hope everyone had a good extended weekend, and you paid homage to past presidents and bought some furniture.... With that said, thesis going to be a good week for raiding. I'm confident that we will finally make some serious progression.
It's been a real struggle with the roster changes, and really do appreciate everyone who has played a role and stuck around.
One small issue... melee... As of now, we really only have one solid melee (Josh) and really need another. We do have some new people and am excited seeing them sign up and willing to raid. The issue is, however, is that they are priest(s) and ranged. And their alts are ranged as well. We do have a new paladin; and I'm hoping he signs up...
I'm going to reaching out to the group this week and see if we have another melee that wants to regularly raid.
Have a great week!
9Feb/122
Happy Friday Eve.
Just a quick reminder... Tonight is progression night; and I really want to kill some new stuff. I know we've had problems on the last two fights; but I'm confident that starting fresh on Gunship will really give us a good edge.
We had a good signup on Tuesday, and I'm about to go approve raiders for tonight.
On a side happy/sad note... Scott won't be raiding on Thursdays with us for a while, because he and his wife are doing birthing classes. Congratulations Scott and wifey! Can't wait to see a new Jackhammer wearing a baby Horde onesie.
Lastly... I know I've mentioned this, but don't just log on to raid guys. We have a ton of fun doing some PvP at night (or during the day). If you haven't PvP'ed with us... give it a shot; I'm sure you'll be back for more.
25Jan/123
Upcoming nerf
So... just as in WoTLK... we are getting a wide-raid nerf. I'm not sure if it's a good thing or not, but at this point we'll take it.
About last night... I'm still concerned with certain aspects of the raid. Our DPS was there as well as healing. However, some of the mechanics are just not falling into line. At this point in our progression, we shouldn't be wiping on Gunship (or whatever it's called) and should be on Deathwing.
I'm hoping this nerf will get us through our troubled areas. It's important that everyone really starts tweaking their gear. I saw a few times where people weren't food buffed or flasked. There's no excuse for it. We have a guild bank filled with gold, food and flasks. If theres something you don't have... ask!
Ok all... See you tomorrow for our progression night.
5Dec/113
Progression Mondays…
Hope everyone had a great weekend! Mine went by far too quick...
As the holidays approach, guild activity can dwindle. Just be aware of this, and do not be discouraged. We've been doing this for five years now, and this is one of those times where people are focused on friends, family and running around doing a million different things.
I do, however, think the patch came in a good time and we were at least able to get a couple of raids in. From talking to a few guildies about the holidays; it appears some people will be MIA for a week or two starting the week of the 19th. I know I will be traveling and out of town the week of the 19th until then new year. This leads me to my next question... Do you guys want to put raiding on hold those two weeks? Or should we continue and either pug/recruit? Give me your feedback, and I'll also bring this up tonight during the raid.
I'm assuming everyone read up on some of the new fights. Our next two bosses are: Hagara Stormbinder and Ultraxion.
See you all tonight!
24Nov/118
The art of being thankful.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I just want to express my thanks to everyone in the guild; past and present. Over the last five years, I've made a lot of great friends. Some still raid with, and some still stays in contact with me on Facebook, Google+ and email.
I look back at all the people that have made the game enjoyable for me to play with... Tony, Brandi, Rusty, Mikey, Barry, Bryan, Shandray, Jason, Kim, Rich, Justin and the Larry's. (I'm sure I've missed a handful) These guys and gals really made the game not simply about killing stuff, but also having a ton of fun doing so. Although they don't play anymore, they impacted the guild and will forever have a place in any game I play or real life.
My old crew, like... Dan, Nate, Jamie and Josh... These guys have been around forever and still continue to play. Without these core members, AJ wouldn't exist. Even the 'new' guys to the guild have not only helped the guild progress, but reinforced what AJ is all about... Chris, Wendy, Matthew and Carl... You guys rock.
So anyway... There's a lot I have to be thankful for in real life, but also the virtual world. I love you all!
10Nov/110
Extended weekend, incoming.
Happy Veterans Day everyone. High-five to all of the Veterans as well as active duty military. I appreciate your sacrifice and commitment and fully know that I wouldn't be here updating my blog without you.
With that said... great job last night in Firelands. Aside from our one priests (cough-cough) who kept disconnecting; it only took us one 'real' attempt to down Shannox. Awesome. Rhyolith is definitely doable. Our best attempt was 42% and I'm confident we'll get him down our next go around.
On long weekends like this, don't be a stranger online. Pop in and do some PvP with us or run a dungeon for fun.
Just another reminder... Next week I'll be traveling for business. I'm 90% sure I'll be able to make Monday night's raid. The only way I wouldn't is unless these people want to take me out for dinner or whatever. Wednesday is more than likely a no go. I'll be flying back... The following week is Thanksgiving, and my in-laws will be in town. I'll keep in touch via the website and pop in when I can.
Also... Show the new Alien Jackhammer Google+ page some love and add it to your circles. Clicky-click!
Have a great weekend, and will talk to everyone soon!
26Oct/113
To raid or not to raid…
Without going into vast amounts of details, decisions, etc... I want to bring up some simple facts so everyone is on the same page. I spoke to another guildie about this; as well as my officers in the past. First off, I've been leading raids and a guild for many years and I know one simple thing... I can't make everyone happy. There's always going to be hurt feelings, disappointment and disagreement.
What I do want to do, is keep the same feel and pace we are familiar with; without causing additional drama. This is the period where most guilds fall apart (the lull between expansions). We'll be here, even if we don't raid...
Anyway, what I want everyone to do is this... Sign up early for the raids. The day before, we will be choosing who is primary and who is backup. If you sign up, you are expected to at least show up (even if you are backup) to make sure the primary is on and raiding. We will try and integrate people as needed to maximize the raid makeup as well as give people what bosses/gear they need.
At this point, there are a few of us who need minimal (or nothing). Also, if you raided on Wednesday and still need the second half; you will get preferential treatment for Monday. If there's nothing you need, please put yourself as 'tentative'.
I'll discuss this more in depth tonight. See you all then!
23Oct/115
World of Warcraft… again… and again…
Just thought I'd pass this information along to everyone. If you agree to a year subscription to World of Warcraft; you can get some perks for free. I always have paid six months at a time; so it wasn't that much of a big deal (like $77 for six months).
Anyway, if you commit to a one-year agreement you can get the following goodies:
- A free copy of Diablo III (yumm)
- Tyrael's Charger (cool mount)
- Guaranteed Beta entry into the next World of Warcraft expansion (beta pandas!)
So, check it out... If you are gonna fork out the cash anyway; might as well get some free stuff with it!
Click here for the direct link to sign-up.
4Oct/116
Goodbye Mr. Dragon… err.. Mr. Elemental….
Last night we finally cleared the last boss of the current content. Although we started off really rough... And when I mean really rough... I mean really rough. But, once we got into our grove; it only took 2-3 attempts to finally down Ragnaros.
Everyone did a fantastic job, and it was very fulfilling to put another notch on the guild belt.
I've already been approached about the 'next steps' and so here is my official response. Most of us still need gear and the tier pieces. Usually after clearing content, people slack off. However, this is the time to get prepared for the next level of content (Deathwing). I do believe that some of the heroic modes are very doable; so we will be approaching them with caution.
I want everyone to have their tier set before the next patch.
Again, great job everyone! I'm proud of you all!
3Oct/115
This is a house of learning doctors.
Hope everyone had a great weekend. For the record, I recently moved to Florida and as the fall comes; I'm really surprised on how I've adapted. I lived in Baltimore for most of my life and just checked their weather... 45-degrees (F)... Here, it's 70 and I'm a bit chilly... strange.
Anyway, I'm hoping to have a Ragnaros kill tonight. I know Zotak will be out today, and I haven't heard from Chris or Erin (anyone?). For those of you who haven't been signing up for raids; please do so. Even if you CANT make it; it really helps the leaders out a ton knowing who is and who isn't coming.
I love the seasonal events, and its a really good time to get to know your other guildies. Go and do some quests together, and hang out. Remember, the guild has lasted this long due to having fun in the game and relationships... Grab a buddy, or someone new and run a dungeon, pvp or seasonal event!
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