I'm not sure how well known this is, but they're supposed to be releasing a three pack of Scimitar carriers sometime in the future. I like to keep an eye on the STO group on Reddit and someone posted some screenshots of the new frigate pets.

http://puu.sh/3lax6.jpg

This pic shows the description for what "Tri-Phasic and Multi-Specral" emitters are.
http://i.imgur.com/CJCKBdh.jpg

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Something about this dosen't seem right. The BBC is saying the affiliated ministries wont be shutting down. They are shattered not defeated yet anyway.

Even if we take our victories in small pieces, we're still taking our victories. The outcome is not in question, friend:)

SaintPlazma: That's because Exodus is/was an umbrella organisation. It provided support, services, and branding to affiliates who were in all other respects independent.

In practical terms, this is what the shutting down of Exodus means:
1) No more ex-gay materials from the Exodus imprint (but could still be printed otherwise)
2) No more public speakers and media spokespeople bearing the name of Exodus (but who could still theoretically function in the same capacity without Exodus's aegis)
3) No more of Exodus being considered the "go-to" people to represent their "side" of this issue in the popular consciousness (though others can serve this capacity independently.
4) No more of Exodus dictating the talking points to the evangelical world on the subject of homosexuality (though others can do so)

In reality, a splinter faction, Restored Hope Network, started 1 1/2 years ago in reaction to Exodus's moving away from the model of reorientation, has been picking up the slack--and former Exodus affiliates. Restored Hope will be the new go-to people for everything I've just mentioned. Things haven't changed much beyond symbolism--but never deny the power of symbolism.

I wrote more on all of this on a blog post earlier this evening: https://whittierstrong.wordpress.com/2013/06/21/exodus/

1) Well-written, most certainly.

2) Negative reactions are more muted than I would have anticipated - the overwhelming outpouring of support I think attests to that. There's no greater motivator for reexamining one's most deeply held prejudices than a good ole public shaming.

3) Some how My Little Pony fandom has gotten mixed up in this? Someone is gonna need to flowchart that for me.

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Sej that was weird but i secretly loved it

Well then, we can consider this by popular request.

Just to bring it back on-topic, Hi-Fashion is amazingly appropriate for Pride - as evidenced above, they're really into promoting your self-esteem.

Also, twinkmeat, bears, and drag kings:
(just the teensiest bit NSFW)
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And, of course, Madonna!
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Sej that was weird but i secretly loved it

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It was explained to me thusly:

Instead of everyone having their own independent timer - the server globally resets the clock somewhere around 5-6p EDT every day. For everyone.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong?

I don't think that's right. When F2P first launched, they were very short on the details about how it work, except for that it was "once a day".

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No place with you in it could be mostly heterosexual sej :P

Sir, I take that as a compliment of the highest order.

Here's to the Ereiid who lunch...

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It was explained to me thusly:

Instead of everyone having their own independent timer - the server globally resets the clock somewhere around 5-6p EDT every day. For everyone.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong?

I have a question about the drag pagent. The directions are somewhat vague, especially for those of us who don't identify a single toon as a main toon.

Nick,

What you did there: amazing. Thank you for representing our community with such eloquence and reflection through the spirit of Trek.

Yet another strong reminder of how great this fleet really is. I'm excited for Pride and ever grateful for the friends I've made and continue to make in Stonewall Fleet.

I salute you, sir. Props.

Steve

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No place with you in it could be mostly heterosexual sej :P

Sir, I take that as a compliment of the highest order.

Here's to the Ereiid who lunch...

If I don't make it in this weekend it's because I've gnawed off all my fingers to the hand... But hey maybe Takei will get wind of it and make something really awesome.

Congrats to Nicholas!

I haven't been in game for a while and am looking forward to this event! WOOT!

I'm also posting in here to stop myself from responding to posts in the official forum thread. I had a rage (not really) post ready about "offensive topics", check yo' privilege, false equivalency, yadda yadda yadda, but Paladia's got the right idea ;)

Instead, I chose the much more positive:

Yay! Diversity! :)

Thanks to Stonewall Fleet for making me a less prickly person! :woohoo:

im home and ready to log in. :woohoo:

Looks like I need to start paying closer attention to my dilithium stores.

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No place with you in it could be mostly heterosexual sej :P

Sir, I take that as a compliment of the highest order.

Can I change my answer and go to the wedding with Ereiid?

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Nick, that was a truly amazing article! I am so proud to be able to say that I am part of the Stonewall family, cause that's what it feels like, a big, caring family that is always so very supportive of each other. When I have a bad day, I get on vent or STO and the 'family' always makes me smile and feel better. No matter what any troll has to say, they can never break the bonds that have been forged in this fleet. Though most of us are miles apart, I feel like some of you are best friends forever! Thanks again Nick, for putting together this wonderful fleet. Much love to you my friend!

It's always such fun STF'n with you and the gang and vent very often makes it even that much better. Like you I am truly grateful for the friendship's and even bonds I have made with my fleetmates.

See what you started Nick?

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I already read some of the comments in the thread. For my own sanity, I'm going to stay away. I already get enough of that kind of claptrap from my family.

I too had to bite my tongue, or fingers rather, and those of you who've seen me go off on the forums you know how I do ;). But no, we should all show our support and limit our comments to positive and intelligent to set the best example. My Nana always told me; "pearls before swine."

Really great article! Makes me proud to be a member of Stonewall Fleet. :)

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I already read some of the comments in the thread. For my own sanity, I'm going to stay away. I already get enough of that kind of claptrap from my family.

From one of your newest family members: you are awesome and such a lovely human being. I look forward to seeing you in game everyday. And to hear you laughing and having fun in vent is one of the greatest things ever.

Much