Submitted by Aeolus Cleanslate on October 22, 2010 – 8:25pm
We’re all very excited to announce the second annual Fleet Week, hosted by Steeltopia this year. Below is a schedule and event description. We are currently looking for assistance in setting up and running the events below, so don’t be shy if you can spare a few hours between now and then to help get things moving.
Confirmed attending: Caledon, New Babbage, Steelhead, Steeltopia. Publicity will start shortly, and we would be much obliged if you could help pass information along, especially those in other sims who might be interested in participating. Feedback and ideas are welcome, of course. Cheers!
– Aeolus Cleanslate & Robin Sprocket, organizers
FLEET WEEK
The Second Annual gathering of Second Life’s Steamland Navies
Shipbuilders Exhibition * Submarine Races
Tall Ship Races * Epic Ironclad Battles * Naval Review
Social Events and Uniform Ball
Steeltopia * November 13-20, 2010
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13
* Fleet Week Opening Ceremonies – 4:00 PM SLT
HOST: Steeltopian Emperor, SteelCobra Calamari
… A special event honoring the peacefully-gathered naval forces of the Steamlands.
* Shipbuilders’ Expo and Shipbuilding Contest Begins
… Shipbuilders offering ironclad-era nautical vessels will be set up along the piers and wharves of Steeltopia, offering their wares to the Public. The public may vote on their favorites throughout the week.
Harbor Master: Rachire Andel – Rachire will assist vendors in displaying their ships in an orderly manner. Please assist him by registering your intent to participate as a vendor.
Ship Building Contest Chairman: SteelCobra Calamari – Contact SteelCobra Calamari for details. Builders will show their skill and imagination, to be judged by a panel, TBD.
*Seaman’s Ball – 6:00 PM SLT
HOST: SteelCobra Calamari
… A Celebration to open the weeks festivities. Music, dancing and merriment! Uniforms and period dress encouraged.
SUNDAY 11-14 thru SATURDAY 11-20
Shipbuilder’s Expo continues… Random unplanned events may take place in the spirit of celebration!
THURSDAY 11/18
* Ironclad Melee, 5:00 PM SLT.
HOST: SteelCobra Calamari
… An epic naval skirmish featuring the navies of the steamlands, slugging it out on the open ocean. Behold the power and glory of the assembled navies. Rumor has it that the latest examples in lighter-than air naval support vessels will also be supporting their nautical units…
Participant navies are asked to register with Robin Sprocket or SteelCobra Calamari prior to the event. SteelCobra will make available the Rules of Engagement to participants. Please direct scheduling concerns, etc. to SteelCobra Calamari.
FRIDAY 11/19
* Belly Up Performance – 12:15PM
HOST: Elleon Bergamasco
… Please come enjoy a performance by the renowned mermaid dance troupe, Belly Up. It’s a cultural treat and a fitting prelude to the spectacle of the Fleet Review!
* Fleet Review, 1PM SLT.
HOST: Justinian Huszar
… The state-based navies of the Steamlands, in their finest regalia, proceed on a course taking them past reviewing stands. The Public is invited to attend.
Representatives of state-based navies are URGED to contact Justinian Huszar as soon as possible in order to be included in the schedule and avoid any diplomatic oversights.
SATURDAY 11/20
* Windjammer Race, 12 noon SLT.
HOST: Aevalle Galicia
CHAIRMAN: SteelCobra Calamari
… Tall ships and wind-powered vessels to compete in this yachting race, before cheering crowds gathered on viewing stands. Trophies will be on hand for the winners.
Please register for this event with Robin Sprocket or SteelCobra Calamari. SteelCobra will make available the rules for competitors.
* Submarine Races, 2:00 PM SLT
Viewing Stand #1 | Viewing Stand #2
CHAIR: Rachire Andel
NOTE: BOTH Landmarks lead to a Aquatorium. You must take the elevator down to the ‘Aquatorium’ level. Please allow patience for the elevator to move between floors.
… The finest submariners – and their daring mechanical marvels – will line up to compete against each other in this underwater tournament. The Public is invited to view the races from the specially-built underwater viewing stands. Appropriate dress is encouraged.
Please register for participation in this event with Rachire Andel. Rachire will make available the rules of the contest to participants.
* Second Annual Formal Uniform Ball at Piermont Landing , 6PM SLT
HOSTESS: Breezy Carver
… The public is invited to attend a inter-Steamland nautical-themed Ball hosted by Breezy Carver at Piermont Landing in New Babbage. Naval uniforms for officers and sailors are encouraged. Shipbuilding awards and race winners will be honored.
See you at sea!
– The Fleet Week Team