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  RESTRICTED TO FW CAPSULEERS OF THE MINMATAR REPUBLIC
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  Participants must enlist in the campaign to take part

• Must take place in the system of Vard

• Capture enemy sites in the following systems
• Vard

Plexing enemy occupied target systems is worth 1.00 points on the leaderboard

Plexing friendly occupied target systems is worth 1.00 points on the leaderboard

• YOU ARE NOT LOGGED IN

YOU ARE NOT INVOLVED IN THIS CAMPAIGN OR DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED AMOUNT OF KILLS / PLEXES OR ARE NOT LEGIBLE FOR REWARDS.

Testing The Waters Campaign Report

The Testing The Waters campaign has officially commenced as a bold initiative to liberate the Vard system, a historical stronghold of the Amarr Empire. Launched on April 25, 2025, at 12:00 NEST, the campaign has gathered numerous capsuleers under the banner of the Minmatar Republic, with a clear mission to reclaim the system from Amarr control and assess the strategic dynamics at play.

As stated, "Vard has long stood as an Amarr fortress. Prior campaigns in this system have long been heavily defended by the slavers." This system is critical for our operations, marking a significant focal point for military engagement.

With the slogan, "It's time to liberate this blight on the map," the campaign emphasizes the importance of pushing forward against the Holy Amarriens, who are expected to escalate their defenses in reaction to our incursions. This will require strategic coordination among capsuleers as we test the limits of our capabilities over a week's duration.

Overview of Activities

Since the start of the campaign, capsuleers have engaged in various battles across the Vard system. With the anticipation of an escalation in conflict, the unity and strategy showcased by our forces will determine the success of our objectives.

The campaign is directed by EveJoker, a dedicated ally of the Minmatar Republic known for their commitment to ensuring the success of our fleet and the liberation of our ancestral homelands. Their leadership has galvanized our forces into action, emphasizing the necessity of tactical collaboration and readiness for potential engagements with Amarr defenders.

Significant Participants

Among the notable capsuleers actively participating in the campaign, several leaders have emerged:

• EveJoker - Campaign Leader
• ButchersKnife Austrene - Engager of multiple plexes
• Arnaud Kring - Active participant in capturing plexes
• Zodan Em - Key defender of captured points
• Santia Eriker - Contributed to the offensive
• X TREME1 - Continues to push for advancements
• phreak42x - Engaged in defense strategy
• Evana Aldard - Active contributor to multiple skirmishes

These individuals have been instrumental in setting strategic objectives and mobilizing forces for combat against the Amarr defenders.

Key Dates and Actions

As the campaign unfolds, capsuleers have engaged in pivotal skirmishes aiming to capture and defend key locations. Here are the significant activities recorded so far:

• April 25, 2025, 12:00 NEST - Campaign officially launched.
• April 26, 2025 - First engagements begin:
  • ButchersKnife Austrene - Captured 2 plexes, securing 2 victory points.
  • Arnaud Kring - Captured 1 plex, adding 1 victory point.
  • Zodan Em - Captured 1 plex for an additional 1 victory point.
  • Other capsuleers such as Santia Eriker, EveJoker, X TREME1, and phreak42x also contributed to capturing 1 plex each, bringing in additional victory points.
• April 27, 2025 - Significant plex captures occurred:
  • phreak42x - Gained 4 victory points, significantly impacting the campaign.
  • Evana Aldard - Contributed 3 victory points.
  • Santia Eriker - Gained 3 victory points.
  • EveJoker - Captured 3 plexes for 3 victory points.
  • X TREME1 - Gained 2 victory points from their engagements.
• April 28, 2025 - Continued successful operations with capsuleers earning considerable victory points, including:
  • EveJoker - Secured an additional 9 victory points for strategic maneuvers.
  • X TREME1 - Gained 2 points during critical engagements.
  • ButchersKnife Austrene - Effectively earned 2 points for the campaign.
  • Iso Attor - Captured 1 plex adding 1 victory point.
  • W Murdoch - Gained 1 victory point from defenses.
• April 29, 2025 - Continuous capture of additional plexes, reinforcing the gain of crucial points for the Republic:
  • EveJoker - Further contributions solidified the operational success with an additional 3 victory points that day.
  • ButchersKnife Austrene - Earned 2 victory points through consistent engagements.
  • Snauso - Made significant contributions by gaining 1 victory point.
• April 30, 2025 - Further engagements saw capsuleers continuing to capture and reinforce positions:
  • ButchersKnife Austrene - Gained 4 victory points.
  • EveJoker - Secured 3 victory points.
  • A number of other capsuleers collectively gained additional victory points, showcasing their steadfast resolve.
• May 1, 2025 - Capsuleers continued to contribute significantly:
  • W Murdoch - Earned 2 victory points.
  • EveJoker - Secured 1 victory point.
  • ButchersKnife Austrene - Added 1 victory point to their tally.

Strategic Insights

Reports indicate that the Holy Amarriens are expected to escalate their defenses, presenting challenges for our capsuleers. It is critical to analyze enemy tactics and adapt rapidly to shifts in the battlefield landscape. Leadership under EveJoker showcases a commitment to reclaiming what is rightfully ours.

Concluding Illumination

As we drive forward in the Testing The Waters campaign, it is urgent that our capsuleers remain unified and tactical in their approaches. Each victory inches us closer to liberating Vard, while every defense solidifies our foothold. Prepare for whatever may come as the battles ahead will define the trajectory of our campaign.

For Further Reading

Capsuleers are encouraged to keep up-to-date with articles that provide insight into ongoing operations and strategic developments:

• The Scope - Citadel Destruction, Nullsec Heist - Insights on enemy movements and tactical operations.
• The Scope - Pirates Threaten Citadels; SCC Clamp Down - Understand the pirate activities that may affect our strategic interests.
• Minmatar Republic Celebrates Liberation Day YC123 - Remind yourselves of our history and motivations.

Prepare yourselves, for the time to act is now. Let freedom ring through the cosmos!