[sigtau]

I'm from Cordoba city, so it's shocking to me.

Cordoba? what a surprise

Where's Cordova? 

[Spoon]

Lacking nostalgia goggles, I only played FS1 (port but who cares, its the same deal), ST and FS2 like a year and a half ago. FS2 easily blows FS1 out of the water in a lot of ways imho

[Scotty]

Lacking nostalgia goggles, I only played FS1 (port but who cares, its the same deal), ST and FS2 like a year and a half ago. FS2 easily blows FS1 out of the water in a lot of ways imho

Agreed.

[Dilmah G]

Agreed on that count, however, the FS1 command briefings had a bit more of a mil sci-fi feel to them.

[General Battuta]

Agreed on that count, however, the FS1 command briefings had a bit more of a mil sci-fi feel to them.

In the sense that mil sci-fi tends to be terribly written, sure.

In the sense that it tends to be believable, hell naaaaw.

[Dilmah G]

Well, they were written like real briefings. FS2's were alright, but they lacked the format of FS1's.

[General Battuta]

Terran intelligence has detected unusual activity in the Vasudan cargo depot at Antares. You are to destroy all hostiles in the area. When the area is clear, our salvage crews will pick up the cargo for analysis. Do not destroy any cargo.

The contents of the cargo containers is not known. Due to the unusual activity, GTA intelligence suspects they have military value.

You will be flying this mission with Epsilon wing from the 3rd squadron. Delta wing will be available for reinforcements if necessary. If you get into trouble, don't hesitate to call them in.
Reconnaissance missions have determined that there are typically two wings of Vasudan fighters guarding the depot. The fighters are your primary concern.

Recon has also determined that this depot is heavily used. Taking control of it will seriously impede Vasudan attacks from this system in the future.

It is likely that there will be freighters in the area transporting cargo. All Vasudan vessels must be destroyed! None must escape as they will surely bring reinforcements.

Once you have secured the area, the GTC Orff will arrive and maintain watch over the outpost. Good luck, pilot. GTA command out.

That's how the military writes briefings?

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

[Dilmah G]

Actually, I suspect a real briefing would have a little less info than that. I was given a tour of RAAF Base Pearce with my cadet squadron about 2 years ago now, we passed one of the briefing rooms that was being used by No. 79 Squadron at the time and from recollection, the squadron commander was clicking through slides on a powerpoint with about 2-3 dotpoints each. He spoke a bit of course, but it wasn't much more than clarifying the dotpoints.

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

Um.  

I hate to tell you Battuta, but the military isn't one huge narrative. 

briefing (plural briefings)

   1. A short and concise summary of a situation.

[Scotty]

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

It certainly isn't supposed to be interesting.  If it is, Bad Things are happening.

[Snail]

That's how the military writes briefings?

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

Could you please stop bashing FS1? This is getting tiresome.

[MatthTheGeek]

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly.

Fix'd.

[Dilmah G]

Which is exactly why you don't want some cock of a briefing officer beating around the bloody bush trying to turn the damn thing into a story. 

[jr2]

Ha.  Here's interesting for you:

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
MARINE AVIATION LOGISTICS SQUADRON ##
## MARINE AIRCRAFT WING, MARFORRES, FMF USMCR
****** ANG BASE
city, STATE ZIP-####

HOURS
S-3
# MONTH 10
From: Commanding Officer
To:   Distribution List

Subj: LETTER OF INSTRUCTION (LOI) FOR MARINE AVIATION LOGISTICS
      SQUADRON ## ANNUAL TRAINING (AT) EXERCISE FISCAL YEAR
      2010

Ref:  (1) MCT 4.1.1 Aviation Supply Operations
      (2) MCT 4.1.1.7 Aviation Ordnance Support
 (3)   MCT 4.2.1.2 Aviation Intermediate Maintenance
Enc:  (1) Gear List
 (2) MALS-## Personnel Roster
 (3) MALS-## Phone Roster 
    
1.  Purpose.  The purpose of this LOI is to provide information and guidance for planning and execution of the MALS-## AT 2010, from ## *** 2010 to ## *** 2010 at MALS-##, MCAS, Camp ******, STATE.
   
2.  Information.  The enclosures apply.  This LOI is a framework for AT 2010 and all information within the context of the enclosures shall be disseminated down to the individual Marine.

3.  Situation

a. General.  MALS-## maintains aviation logistics mission readiness ISO MAG-## Operations and augmentation of forward deployed units to OEF. In order to meet subject readiness requirements, this AT will allow for MOS related “On the Job Training” (OJT) and annual training standards to be attained by the individual Marine.

b. Applicable Mission Essential Tasks List (METLS). Department OIC’s and SNCOIC’s will manage compliance to Marine Corps Task Lists, METL’s.  METL compliance Tiger Team will be lead by WO Name.

(1)MCT 4.1.1 Conduct Aviation Supply Operations per Reference 1.
(2)MCT 4.1.1.7 Conduct Aviation Ordnance Support per Reference 2.
(3)MCT 4.2.1.2 Conduct Aviation Intermediate Maintenance as per Enclosure 3.       

4.  Mission.  Aviation Logistics Squadron ## will conduct the movement plan to and from Marine Corps Base Camp ******, STATE, and various forward sites as defined in table 1 below, ISO Enhanced ********** and *********** 2010.  MALS-## will conduct distributive operations from the locations in Table 1.

ACTIVITY
LOCATION
PERSONNEL
MALS ## AT
MALS ##, MCB ********, STATE
120
MAIN BODY **********
HWAD
##
# CH-46's ************ MWCT
MWTC *********, STATE
# 
TACC
***********, STATE
2 
********* MARLOG
********** AFB
0
***** MARLOG
****, Miramar
2
ID SUPPLY PERS FOR VMGR
**** AFB
1
Table 1

5.  Execution

a. Commanding Officer’s Intent

       (1) Purpose.  It is my intent to meet all intermediate level aviation supply and maintenance support taskings from MAG-## ISO Enhanced *********** and *********** 2010.    ********** and ********* will be the primary focus for AT during the month of *** for all MAG-## units.  MALS-## will coordinate with participating squadrons/sites to ensure all MALS Marines are effectively utilized as needed ISO these operations based on specific certifications, qualifications, licenses, or skill sets.   The priorities for our Annual Training are listed here:
 
1.Support of ***********/***********.
2.Train & Evaluate our unit to meet wartime missions with specified METLs
3.Enhanced MOS training and exposure
4.MCMAP training
5.AirSPEED training


      (2) Method.  MALS-## will employ distributive operations between all sites and accountability will be held by the site OIC’s and SNCOIC’s.  The MALS HQ will be located at Marine Base Camp ********.  MALS-## will assign one SMCR and one AD Marine to define and execute a method for measuring and evaluating MALS-##’s compliance to METL Standards. 

      (3) End state.  Complete successful short duration Intermediate level aviation supply and maintenance activities in support of *********, ********* 2010, and full attainment of METL’s readiness.  Return all Marines safely to ********* ANGB.  Publish After Action Report addressing effectiveness in meeting training objectives.

   b. Concept of Operations.  To meet CO, MAG-## primary support philosophy directing MALS-## to deploy and manage a robust supply parts pack-up at each location, with minimal direct maintenance support in the field.  Supply nodes will be located across AOR to enable reach back to an established MALS where the main body will be located.  Distributive operations will be conducted between the sites listed in Table 1 above.

c. Plan of Action.  Outbound evolution: All personnel show up on ## MONTH - Under 50 mile show time will be HOURS as this is the first day of AT.  For Marines traveling over 50 miles this is their travel day and they have until HOURS to get here.  Group Personnel Flights will depart the site on ## MONTH 2010.  Return evolution: Personnel will return on the ## MONTH with a proposed land time of HOURS.  Under 50 mile will have a final formation and be released to go home.  Over 50 mile will spend the night and ## MONTH will be their travel day home.  If you have any questions or concerns please advise S-3.  Summary follows:

# MONTH Wed: Advanced party, WO name, MSgt name, LCpl name, and LCpl name, depart ****** ANG Base for MCAS Camp ******, STATE via commercial air carrier (flight #/times TBD). The advanced party will handle logistics needs to include a walk through of billeting and isolated work spaces, linen, ensure chow facilities are prepared for unit arrival, pick up rental vehicles, and make liaison with MALS-##.

## MONTH Sat: Marines who reside less than 50 miles from base will report to ********* ANG base at HOURS. Following formation S-1 will distribute orders/travel claims on building ### hangar deck.
Marines residing over 50 miles from base will report to Stewart ANG base NLT HOURS hours.

******* ***** Detachment Marines, under direction of CWO5 name, will depart NLT HOURS hours for movement to ******** ANG base via POV and billeted overnight in building ###.

## MONTH Sun: All hands, in appropriate civilian attire, will report at #### hangar deck building, stage gear, receive hot meal and one box meal. HOURS S-1 distributes remaining orders/travel claims.HOURS prep to board AC.

Charter aircraft will depart SWF (TBD, HOURS requested) for ********* Airport (civilian attire). # hour flight time. # of stops unknown.

Upon arrival in ************ Marines will board # buses contracted through *********** ********** ****** ********* (****).  Baggage will be loaded onto box truck.  Selected Marines will pick-up # vans at ****** rental counter at airport.  All Marines will move to Camp *********; approx # hour travel time.

Upon arrival at Camp *******, E-5 and below will be billeted (location TBD), staff and officers billeted at *****’s/*******. After room assignments completed/gear staged Marines will eat evening meal at chow hall (TBD). Following meal Marines will report to in-brief (time/loc TBD). Following in-brief Marines shall report to PMO, with their CAC card and a copy of their orders, for flight line access.

## MONTH Wed: Staff/officer dinner *******’s restaurant ******** at HOURS. (MSgt name to coordinate)

## MONTH Thu: Morning OJT, HOURS squadron picnic/CO fun run? (loc TBD, MSgt name to coordinate). Liberty secured HOURS

## MONTH Fri: morning meal @ chow hall, muster, depart Camp ******* for ******* airport (time TBD). S-1 personnel will receive travel claims upon arrival.

## MONTH Fri: Once admin requirements are completed those Marines residing within 50 miles will be dismissed. Marines residing more than 50 miles from ****** ANB and ********* Detachment Marines will billet overnight at ********.

## MONTH Sat: HOURS Muster at building ###, dismissal.

The dining facility operating hours are as follows:

   Monday thru Friday               Saturday and Sunday/Holidays
   Breakfast   HOURS – HOURS      Brunch   HOURS - HOURS
   Lunch       HOURS – HOURS         Dinner   HOURS - HOURS          
     Dinner      HOURS - HOURS      

   Per Diem meal Cost
   Breakfast                $ 2.30
   Lunch                    $ 4.25
   Dinner                   $ 4.25
   
Weekends & Holidays                                  
      Brunch $ 3.85          Dinner $ 5.20

   d. Tasks

(1) MALS S-1

a)Prepare section personnel to execute audits on all
Provide employer notification letters, and orders preparation NLT # MONTH 2010 for all members listed enclosure (5).
b)record books, follow-up on all travel claims and pay issues. (absolutely – All audits and career retention issues will be completed before Marines travel.)
c)Provide for in-progress payment of Reserve members
d)for AT. (admin will run partial payments Wed MONTH ##, Wed MONTH ## and a final payment on MONTH ##.)         
e)Provide adequate staffing for in processing and out-processing of all Reserve members for AT. (All admin Marines to include the Reserve MALS Marines will be available to support and execute)
f)Coordinate with ************ Detachment administration sections on orders and travel planning requirements. (*********** MALS Marines do not belong to this unit or RUC. They are not AdCon and accountability is Operations as they are OpCon.)
g)Ensure personnel authorized rental vehicles are assigned rental vehicle authorization expense for entire AT evolution. (Absolutely it needs to be pointed out on each individual AT request and signed by the CO of MALS ##.)
h)Ensure proper compilation and submission of personnel numbers, award submissions, and fitness reports. (Fitness Reports for enlisted are a SgtMaj function. It has not been an admin function for years. All submissions via MOL. RS and MRO track. All promotions are administrative in nature and will be handled by the ConAd. Awards are submitted by the units and routed through the (UAA) Unit Awards Administrator).
i)Ensure recall and transportation issues for emergency leave situations in STATE are known to all Marines and remain behind personnel. (MAG-## Personnel Officer/Chief will assist with coordinating retrograde of personnel in a legitimate emergency leave status). (If a Marine needs to travel in an emergency status it will either go through the Red Cross or the chain of command. The Marine will purchase a ticket on their own dime OR request for Navy Marine Corps relief. We can however provide the CO and SgtMaj with a recall roster.)
j)Ensure recall and emergency notification information is current for each Marine. (All Marines are required to maintain current address and NOK info at all times. They are to update in MOL themselves. Each SMCR Marine will conduct an audit and will verify then.)
k)Ensure travel claims are completed. (Travel claims will be completed on the front end of the AT. Each Marine will verify their orders are correct and sign a travel claim before departing the area. This will take place immediately after the formation on ## MONTH and ## MONTH.)      





(2) MALS S-3 

a)Perform Marine Crops Planning Process and Rapid Response Planning Process while overseeing the production and dissemination of operational planning documents for all phases of AT 2010 including production and dissemination of daily plan of the day.
b)Finalize in-brief with MALS-## Operations Officer, Maj name, NLT # MONTH 2010.
c)Coordinate and supervise the annual training requirements of personnel and submission of unit training records for unit diary entry. Ensure Marines are aware of safety requirements while conducting P.T. on board Camp ********, STATE.
d)Provide guidance for reporting personnel and all movements during the deployment, re-deployment and post deployment phases.
e)Provide overview and tracking of all changes to the unit TEEP. Maintain controls directed by the MAG S-3 as appropriate. Any changes to the TEEP budget and line PID’s to be approved by the executive officer.
f)Update POA&M throughout each phase to ensure accuracy of timelines, events and staff responsibilities.
g)Collect and consolidate AAR comments and provide
           final document to MAG S-3 NLT # MONTH, 2010.
h)S-3 coordinates out brief with MALS-## Command
Element on Thursday ## MONTH 2010, time is TBD.

         (3) MALS S-4

a)Supply
T1: Provide standard combat load for personnel supporting ********* # MONTH HOURS-HOURS.  BPT provide select items for personnel supporting ****** AT.
 
T2: Deploy (1) Government Purchase Credit Card holder in support of general supply administration during the conduct of Annual Training.

T3: Coordinate with Squadron Staff to validate data to ensure Training Exercise Employment Plan (TEEP) requirements are developed and submitted in a timely manner. Note: exercise support funding requirements include, but are not limited to external board and lodging cost, rental vehicles, Transportation of Personnel and Equipment related expenses (TOT/TOP).

T4:  Validate costs NLT # MONTH 2010. 
POC: S-4 Fiscal Chief, SSgt name, NLT # MONTH 2010.

b)Billeting
T1: Provide government quarters for personnel during the conduct of Annual Training Dates ##-## MONTH 2010.
T2: Provide government quarters for ## personnel augmenting from NASJRB ***********, STATE ## - ## MONTH 2010.

c)Messing
T1: Coordinate and publish an Annual Training meal plan in accordance with execution timeline.  Coordinate with Area ## dining facility.

d)Transportation
T1: Coordinate strategic air lift Transportation of Personnel (TOP) for a maximum ### pax movement from ********** Base to MCB Camp ***********.  Provide itinerary and regular updates to MALS S-3 outlining each leg of movement, mode of transportation and points of contact.
 
T2: Coordinate commercial vehicle transportation (#) ## passenger vans and buses as required to support movement throughout the conduct of Annual Training. 

T3: Liaison with MCB Camp ********** base Motor Transport department to coordinate government vehicle support for personnel baggage trucks and daily movement between training and billeting areas.  The use of permanently assigned ## passenger buses is preferred.

T4: Provide valid bus license roster to MALS S-3.

T3: Establish and facilitate bus schedule throughout the conduct of Annual Training.

T4: Establish a Motor Transportation Pool to supervise the use and compliance with base regulations of all assigned vehicles throughout the conduct of Annual Training.

e)Medical
T1: Deploy (1) Corpsman for ground training support during the conduct of the Annual Training Dates.

      (4) Squadron GySgt

         a) Finalize AT Personnel roster and report changes                         
          to S-3 immediately.
         b) Ensure accountability of Marines throughout the     
          training period. Forward the morning report to
          the Executive Officer daily.
c) A duty is required 24/7. Develop and publish a duty roster. Ensure personnel standing duty are thoroughly familiar with contact phone numbers and reporting procedures.
   d) Coordinate with the Sergeant Major on disseminating the sequence of events.

          (5) Sergeant Major

             a) Ensure overall coordination of personnel between staff sections and MALS department SNCOIC’s. Verify personnel requirements for attending an annual training evolution against MCTFS EAS dates for all Reserve members.
             b) Coordinate with the MALS-## Sergeant Major for squadron duty requirements prior to deployment. Any duty schedule requirements will be posted for MALS-## personnel by the first training day of the AT.

      (6) Aviation Supply Officer

             a) Provide daily accountability report of supply personnel to Operations.
             b) Execute liaison with the host unit Aviation Supply Officer to determine where MALS-## expertise can be best utilizes.
             c) Schedule and conduct supply training to maximize MOS training and qualifications.
             d) Ensure ALIMS NCOIC coordinates with MALS-## ALIMS NCOIC to ensure home site laptop computers will function properly on Camp Pendleton network.

      

(7) Aviation Maintenance Officer

a) Provide daily accountability report of
Maintenance personnel to Operations.

b) Execute liaison with the host unit Aviation                   Maintenance Officer to determine where MALS-## expertise can be best utilized.

c) Schedule and conduct maintenance training to maximize MOS training and qualifications.
         
(8) Executive Officer   

a) Ensure proper planning remains consistent within all staff sections throughout pre-deployment, and re-deployment phases for the MALS-## AT.

b) Advise the CO on all critical shortfalls and update status during each of the phases.

c) Coordinate with the Personnel Officer for any awards which may be given as part of the AT. Ensure timeliness of submission, board recommendations and final approval takes place. Ensure all originators have Improved Awards Processing System (IAPS) accounts.

(6) Coordinating Instructions

(a)The overall classification of this AT will be Unclassified.
(b)Marines will be authorized to rent vehicles. They will not be used during work day due to parking at flight line.
(c)All personnel will acquire flight line access as needed.
(d)Marines will report to shops each morning for muster.
(e)Medical services provided by Area ## Medical/HM1 *****.
(f)Detachment OICs and SNCOICs will thoroughly familiarize themselves with the contents of this LOI and the enclosures contained within.
(g)Orders assignment/issues, transportation, chow subsistence, billeting procedures, reporting instructions, recall and emergency notification procedures, out-processing and after-action items are addressed and known by all personnel within each detachment.
(h)Any funding related issues not covered under instructions or by the TEEP for local administration purposes will be immediately addressed with the appropriate staff section or directed to the MALS-## Operations Officer or SNCOIC. This is important in ensuring that funds are properly allocated and appropriated correctly.
(i)Each Division SNCOIC is responsible for coordinating personnel issues with MSgt name and the squadron GySgt NLT HOURS on # MONTH 2010 concerning add-ons and drops or alternate AT dates for their individual Marines. Department OICs will be informed of any pending issues and adjudications concerning individual Marines. All changes to the AT roster will be forwarded to the Sergeant Major, Executive Officer and Commanding Officer for final disposition.
(j)Department OICs are responsible for providing written after-action comments and recommendations to Operation NLT HOURS on ## MONTH, 2010 and in accordance with the organizational structure defined in Table 2.


Table 2
         
(7).  Command and Signal. The Commanding Officer will designate events Officer and Staff Non-Commissioned officer responsibilities.  All serious incident reporting SIRs are to be communicated through the chain of command immediately and as time permits.  Command relationships between sites follow and daily SITREPS will be provided from site OIC’s to CO (primary) and S-3 (alternate)

      (1) The Executive Officer will coordinate all staff
responsibilities and be accountable to the Commanding Officer for the preparation, conduct and final results for AT events, personnel issues and SIR procedures.
 
      (2) The Operations Officer will coordinate all events throughout each phase of the AT and ensure ORM and unit-training standards are met.

      (3) All Marines will have, in their possession, their MALS–## work center, MALS-## SDO, and Division OIC and SNCOIC cell phone numbers for reporting emergencies or problems.

      (4) MALS-## POC is Maj name, cell (###) ###-####.
      
      (5) PMO POC is SSgt name (###) ###-####.

      (6) Daily reporting of personnel and other situations requiring notification to higher headquarters. 

         (a) Morning reports and daily sitreps to be called in to MALS-## S-3 during normal working hours.

         (b) Any and all emergencies will be reported to
the duty immediately. Serious incident reports or flash reports submissions will be coordinated thru MALS-##.


(8).  Point of contact.  The points of contact for (AT) 2010 are Maj. name at (###)-###-####, Maj. name at (###)###-####, and MSgt name at (###) ###-####




   J.  Schaefer

Copy To:  MAG-##, CO
      MAG-## Det *, site CO
      MALS-## Staff sections
      ********* Detachment, OIC, SNCOIC
      MALS-##, S-3
      S-3 Files





Enclosure 1:
Gear List for AT10 – MALS-##
(Marines must utilize 1 sea bag)

Military Gear

Hygiene Gear
Gear Description
Qty

Gear Description
Woodland Utilities
2

Soap
Boots


Shampoo/Conditioner
Safety (if applicable)
1

Shaving Cream/Razor
Desert Tan
1

Wash Cloth
Woodland Covers
1

Towel
Black Socks
5 pair

Laundry Bag
Boot Blousing Bands
2 pair

Shower Shoes
Belt
1

Toothbrush/Toothpaste
Green Undershirts
5


Underwear
5

Misc.
Rank Insignia
1

Description
PT Gear  ( Civilian PT allowed off duty at gym.)


Lock for Sea bag
Green Shorts
2

Sun Glasses (not worn in formations)
White Socks
2

Cell Phone Charger
Running Sneakers
1 pair

Ensure you have enough money with
you and/or debit/credit cards
Pay will be direct deposited as usual
Reflective belt (can be purchased 
      during AT)

1


      Mouthpiece (for MCMAP training)
1


"Appropriate" Civilian Attire



Clothing Description


Camel Back (optional)
Trousers/Shorts



Collared Shirt



Belt



Shoes/Sneakers



Bathing Suit



Watch



Civilian PT gear






*Appropriate civilian clothing only.  No clothing that is torn, ripped, soiled, or that contains obscene gestures or profanity. 

*Prohibited Items – Weapons of any type, including guns, knives, explosives, and flammables.

*Marines are allowed one small carry on item- lap-top computer, back pack etc.

Enclosure 2:
******** Weapon Army Depot:
LNAME
FNAME
MI
RANK
<list of names deleted>

*********** Training Center, ******** STATE:
LNAME
FNAME
MI
RANK
<deleted>
******** Control Center (**CC), ********** STATE:
LNAME
FNAME
MI
RANK
<deleted>
MALS-##, MCB Camp ********* STATE:
LNAME
FNAME
MI
RANK
<deleted>
*** Air Force Base:
LNAME
FNAME
MI
RANK
<deleted>

[General Battuta]

That's how the military writes briefings?

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

Could you please stop bashing FS1? This is getting tiresome.

NO

Ironically my disregard for that game was essentially shaped by listening to you and Hades. You've created a monster you're powerless to stop!

[Dilmah G]

jr2: Ah, the feared joining instruction, we meet again.

[Snail]

That's how the military writes briefings?

I guess military life is supposed to be deadly dull.

Could you please stop bashing FS1? This is getting tiresome.

NO

Ironically my disregard for that game was essentially shaped by listening to you and Hades. You've created a monster you're powerless to stop!

Look, seriously, bashing FS1 is nothing more than being antagonistic for no reason. If you take such an issue about people bashing FS2 then at least have the courtesy to refrain from bashing FS1.

[General Battuta]

So, I'm curious here. What's the difference between expressing my opinion that FS1 is a comparatively shoddy piece of work and bashing FS1?

I don't know if you can call it 'antagonistic for no reason' when the topic came up and I expressed my opinion on it.

Bear in mind, mate, in the scheme of things it's just a comparison between two high-quality games. It's not particularly worth getting anxious over.

[Dilmah G]

So, I'm curious here. What's the difference between expressing my opinion that FS1 is a comparatively shoddy piece of work and bashing FS1?

Well your comment earlier about the briefings was nigh on trolling.

[Androgeos Exeunt]

Well, keep in mind that FS1 ran on a 640x480 screen size only. Each stage had to be short, otherwise there will be too much text for the box to accomodate, despite the presence of that scrollbar.

[Snail]

So, I'm curious here. What's the difference between expressing my opinion that FS1 is a comparatively shoddy piece of work and bashing FS1?

There is no difference. It's called "Trolling".