WHO ARE WE?
The Formiden Colonial Mandate, previously the Arstotzkan Federation, is one of the oldest player organisations in the game, surviving through various revivals since May 2013. The core members have been present in every major server since NASS Main in 2013, all the way to the present on TAW. Most are veterans of dozens of conflicts across years of play time. The Mandate is a faction dedicated solely to creating and participating in pure PVP - no faction politics, no nonsense. Everything we do is done to further the goal of pure PVP.
But we are more than just fighters. Engineering, building, graphic design, video editing and public relations - all of these are necessary to create fun and engaging gameplay. Our members do all of these things and more.
WHAT IS OUR PHILOSOPHY?
Player-versus-player combat is a prominent component of this game and arguably one of its most entertaining features. When done wrong, however, it breeds grudges, unfriendliness and toxic attitudes on the forum at large. PVP should be devoid of emotional investment, done purely to have fun. Personal opinions and gameplay are two separate subjects.
For this reason, the Mandate abstains from politics. It has no grudges nor allies. We will fight any faction whose battles will be conducive to good gameplay, regardless of allegiance.
HOW DO I JOIN?
Players of all combat aptitudes, nationalities and availabilities are welcome to join. Our application process is strict only in regards to attitude. Ask anyone and they will tell you our foremost members are hooligans, true scoundrels who love to cause shenanigans on the forums between battles. Ask those we've fought and they will tell you we don't partake in needless trash talk, petty rivalries or pointless shouting matches. Knowing how to keep these two things separate are critical. We are a group of friends as much as we are a faction - keep this in mind.
Fill out this application if interested.
- In-game name:
- Age:
- Timezone:
- Availability:
- Desired role:
- Reason for joining:
MEDIA
To a new forum-goer, or anyone new to factions, understanding and immersing yourself here can be difficult. Factions have long and intricate histories, written only in part if at all. It's easy to get lost, which is why media such as after-action reports, news posts, combat videos and propaganda are crucial to a faction's public relations. We carry out and encourage the creation of all of these.
Some of our older media;
OPERATION: Peshawar
OPERATION: Tyre
OPERATION: Yarmouk
Strikecraft preview
OPERATION: Tehran, or the First Battle of Vir (click here for video)
Comr4de Does A Dumb
OPERATION: Maginot, or the First Battle of Caris
To a new forum-goer, or anyone new to factions, understanding and immersing yourself here can be difficult. Factions have long and intricate histories, written only in part if at all. It's easy to get lost, which is why media such as after-action reports, news posts, combat videos and propaganda are crucial to a faction's public relations. We carry out and encourage the creation of all of these.
Some of our older media;
OPERATION: Peshawar
OPERATION: Tyre
OPERATION: Yarmouk
Strikecraft preview
OPERATION: Tehran, or the First Battle of Vir (click here for video)
Comr4de Does A Dumb
OPERATION: Maginot, or the First Battle of Caris
With much more to come, check here.
EVENTS
The Formiden Colonial Mandate is a frequent host of PVP events, such as the First Battle of Caris. If you are interested in organising one or joining one already planned, contact Captain_Boroski . Currently, we're waiting on ER. Mercenaries are almost always welcome if you prefer not to join a faction involved in the event.
INQUIRIES
Contact Captain_Boroski on the forums or on Steam. Diplomatic visits will be handled via faction Discord, message either of the above on the forums for details.
IMAGES
Our screenshot album can be found here. Other miscellaneous images will be posted below.
VIDEOS
The Formidine Colonial Mandate Youtube channel can be found here. Other miscellaneous videos will be posted below.
OPERATION: Ragnarok (video)
NEWS AND BATTLE REPORTS
News and battle reports from the designated meanie zone thread will be linked below for convenience.
OPERATION: Marrakesh (click here for video)
Strikecraft Drills
Logic Inhibitor on CC
Name change and other announcements
OPERATIONS: Goliath & Cougar
OPERATION: Veracruz
EVENTS
The Formiden Colonial Mandate is a frequent host of PVP events, such as the First Battle of Caris. If you are interested in organising one or joining one already planned, contact Captain_Boroski . Currently, we're waiting on ER. Mercenaries are almost always welcome if you prefer not to join a faction involved in the event.
INQUIRIES
Contact Captain_Boroski on the forums or on Steam. Diplomatic visits will be handled via faction Discord, message either of the above on the forums for details.
IMAGES
Our screenshot album can be found here. Other miscellaneous images will be posted below.
VIDEOS
The Formidine Colonial Mandate Youtube channel can be found here. Other miscellaneous videos will be posted below.
OPERATION: Ragnarok (video)
NEWS AND BATTLE REPORTS
News and battle reports from the designated meanie zone thread will be linked below for convenience.
OPERATION: Marrakesh (click here for video)
Strikecraft Drills
Logic Inhibitor on CC
Name change and other announcements
OPERATIONS: Goliath & Cougar
OPERATION: Veracruz
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