Umbrella Corporation/Recent Events
Recent EventsJanuary 2012 marks a new year for Umbrella, symbolized by Operation: Revival, a major recruitment drive spread across multiple games following the end of Operation: Morningstar on Jan 1, 12. With the new year, Umbrella has OFFICIALLY BRANCHED OUT, now maintaining operations in both Urban Dead and another, similar game -- Zombie Pandemic. Further, a General Pardon has been issued, inviting all past Umbrella Corp. members to return and rejoin the ranks, even those convicted of treason. Tis the season to forgive and forget, and more importantly, to strive together against the Zombie Menace!
Also RAF Col. took up the full time role of Director of Internal Affairs, for a matter of 3 days making him the shortest ever standing Director of Internal Affairs when he was sworn in to replace Chairman Fanglord as President of the Corporation. Drunk Link has been promoted from the Executive Officer of Victor platoon to Director of Public Affairs. Long Standing member Kylac has also received a promotion from Commanding Officer of Victor Platoon to Director of Internal Affairs. We wish everybody who received a promotion the very best of Luck. We would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate Director of Warfare Leon Cane, on being the longest serving member of the Board, and the Corporation itself, having served since December 2007. On this note we wish to say proudly that WE ARE STILL HERE! We are open for business and we look forward to a more active and healthy relationship with our allies and provide assistance where we can in Urban Dead and beyond. From Jan 1, 11 onward to the present (as of Oct 19, 11), Umbrella Corporation has been undergoing "Operation Morningstar," a long-term operation which has taken the group from Mornington to Starlington and beyond. Currently, we are engaged in medical relief and humanitarian efforts, rather than the normal force-militant operations of previous seasons. The extended operation has taken up the whole of our year, and barring drastic change, is expected to continue on into the new year.
In summer 2010, President Dark Blue Helmet retired his post as president due to Personal commitments, his wife is expecting their first child, and all members of the Umbrella Corporation wish him and his family all the best for the future. He was succeeded by Director of Internal Affairs Fanglord, at this time no replacement has been allocated for the Director of Internal Affairs.
November 2009, President Dr Edward Ashford after less than a year in the presidency had to retire due to personal real life commitments, He was succeed by Director of Internal Affairs, Dark Blue Helmet took on the position as President, all of us at Umbrella Corp would like to wish Dr Ashford all the best in all his future pursuits. Pres. Dark Blue Helmet's position of Director of Internal Affairs was taken up by Fanglord, who had been promoted from his old position of Vice-Liasion. July 2009, The forum suffered a despicable act of sabotage. All the posts on the forum were deleted, as normal the enemies of the Corporation were held accountable, however no party was ever found guilty. Harman Black decided it was time to call it a day and passed over the duties of Director of Education and Training to Danny Ryman. June 2009, The board has decided to restore Victor Platoon to its former glory by making it operational again. This was made possible by a large group of new talents that joined Umbrella and that caused Sigma growing beyond its capacity. The Corporation now counts three platoons as before. March 2009, A change in management for Umbrella. After 2 years in charge, Jackson has called it a day, resigning as President of Umbrella Corporation. Dr. Eddie Ashford was sworn in as his successor. And after serving a mere 22 days, Dark Blue Helmet succeeds Dr. Ashford as the new Director of Internal Operations. Harman Black takes over the duties as the new Director of Training & Education and Whiskey Platoon Commander. With former UC member Rohanzap's resignation, Beau Dece takes over full control of Umbrella's Propoganda sector, with Fanglord2 appointed as Vice Liason. The best of wishes to Jackson for the future, and congratulations to everyone who was promoted. February 22nd 2009, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on UC Party Night! This was really more of a vote for what movie was going to be enjoyed by those who attended. The final vote put Shawn of the Dead with a 61.54% as the video choice for the night! February 22nd 2009, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on the new forum layout as to whether the order of the forums should be changed back to the old or kept aligned with the new layout. Initially votes showed a vote in favor for reverting to the old order but after a few days it quickly changed showing the new forum layout in favor. Final results 66.67% "I like it." was the the general opinion of those in favor however the 33.33% said, "Liked the old one more." really strong opinions on the whole thing. February, 2009 A change in command for the office of Internal Operations. After a more then a year of full service Thadeous Oakley has decided to call it a day, resigning from the position as Director. Dr Eddie Ashford has been appointed as his replacement, with which we congratulate him. February 22nd 2009, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on whether or not Sigma Platoon should be broken up and the old platoons reinstated. 16.67% voted in favor of breaking up the newly formed platoon, however it lost by a landslide vote of 83.33% voting in favor of keeping the new platoon.
December 30th 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on the war with the UBCS and Operation: War Drums and whether the overall opinion of Umbrella Corporation Employees are in favor of continuing the war with the Umbrella Biohazard Containment Services for violation of 'Alliance of the Dagger' by murdering one of our members for rumored slanderous graffiti. Only 16.67% in favor of peace/ neutrality "I don't know if I should vote. I'm indifferent to the war..." A whopping 83.33% voted in favor of the war "Umbrella should assert its authority. If the UBCS has, as reported, smacked us in the face, we must return their herring with a swordfish, at which point they will fall into the canal and soak their outfit. Vengeance for the murder of Skouth!". A dark time but, as always, victory will be declared for Umbrella Corporation once again! December 17th 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on making new platoon names. There was no poll to be taken since this was to be independently decided by Platoon Commanders and Members, however the overall decision was to not employ new names or catch phrases. There may be review on this in the future... December 2nd 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on the future of the B.O.W. Division as to whether or not it should be shut down due to community outlook and how it might violate terms of being pro-survivor. It was determined that, since the general function of B.O.W Division was to assist in survivor and pro-Umbrella activities, it is still moral and passed in a 100% vote by Umbrella Employees and Administration to continue operation, "On the topic of leadership, I think that a board would be the best way to go this time. Decisions would be thought over by more than one or two people...". November 4th 2008, Tactics and Operational Procedures created to support Umbrella Platoons. October 21th 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on longevity promotions and 6 month and December promotions. 70.00% in favor of promoting long time members to staff positions, "This also means promotions of 6 month employees for longevity and this will be a continued tradition if the vote passes. Only employees are eligible for this longevity promotion however the exception will be made for original December members." with 30.00% opposing, "Though they should be promoted for dedicated service, I don't think this should be an ongoing tradition.". October 15th 2008, The Umbrella Committee, after several days of disputes over rights, succeeded in securing the name of the Umbrella Biohazard Countermeasure Service from Haliman111 group, who had used the name much to the displesure of the Corporation. October 7th 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on U.C.D.G/C. 71.43% voted in favor with 28.57% uncertain. Overruled by the Administration of Umbrella Corporation Reason: Such a group already exists within the corporation that follows similar guidelines. September 14th 2008, The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on the Propaganda Platoon. 66.67% Voted in favor with 16.67% opposing and 16.67% uncertain. Overruled by the Administration of Umbrella Corporation Reason: Such a group already exists within the corporation that follows similar guidelines, such a platoon would also place too much constraint on manning. August 14th 2008, CLASSIFIED August 12th 2008, Training & Education Information Center Created to encourage and assist employees to making rank and climbing the corporate ladder inside the Umbrella Corporation. June 17th 2008, Overwhelming zed and death cult forces moving across Malton the Umbrella Committee had voiced its final remarks on which ally to assist in what may very well decide the fate of all their suburbs. There was no landslide victory here, 53.85% in favor of supporting The Roach Klips (Operation: Homegrown: Third Times the Charm) and a 46.15% to aid The Imperium (Purge the Unclean), "Roachtown is in trouble, and since Omega was already in Roachtown orders were to procede with Operation: Homegrown Third Times The Charm.". In the end there was no right decision. The Zed hordes from the South continued to press North pushing our troops back into Shearbank eventually falling siege in Stickling Mall which eventually fell. The PKer groups formed a deadly alliance and destroyed the Imperium causing them to have to disband only months later regrouping only to find themselves in shadow of what their mighty group once appeared. April 6th 2008, 'Ask the Chairman' is created as an open thread for Umbrella Corporation Employees to pose any questions, statements, or suggestions to the Chairman without repercussion of any sort. April 1st, 2008 The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on having an 'Employee of the Month' to further bolster moral and make our employees happy! The committee voted highly in favor of the idea with a landslide approval of 73.33% to 26.67%. Congrats Umbrella Employees and William Lanfried who sets the standard with this quote, "You qualify for the award by doing something really great, like clearing out many buildings, saving other members in dangerous situations, killing PK'ers, and so on..." Tis another great day for the corporation. March 17th, 2008 The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on sending a strike force to Bale Mall to help ensure the safety of the civilians at large there, though a valiant proposal in winning the majority votes of Umbrella members with a 60.00% vote in favor and a 40.00% vote oppose. Overruled by the Administration of Umbrella Corporation Reason: "...such an operation would be to dangerous..." and leave the home suburb of Shearbank exposed. March 11th, 2008 - The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on what our next major move should be, it was decided with a tie agreeing to both maintain Shearbank (38.46%) and join the Unified Human Resistance (38.46%), voters who wanted to move East to support resistance there lost with a meager 7.69%, and 'other' with 15.38%. January 17th, 2008 - The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on instituting the Bio-Organic Weapons (B.O.W.) section of the Umbrella Corporation. The dream, envisioned by Senior Umbrella Scientist Oakley G. Thadeous, and brought to attention by Chairperson Jackson, was approved by a 66.63% to 33.33% vote. The B.O.W. program was invented to allow users who have Brain Rot or who would rather kill other zombies as a zombie to join Umbrella. Users who would like to volunteer can do so by applying on our forums. See apply for membership for instructions. January 10th, 2008 - The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on possibly moving the H.Q. due to the low level of dangerous activity in Shearbank. Brought to the corporation's attention by members and final decision made by it's members the corporation stayed in Shearbank with a landslide opinion of 83.33% over 16.67% Umbrella finalized the decision to stay in Shearbank and raise barricades to protect the building of Rush. January 4th, 2008 - The Umbrella Committee voiced its final remarks on instituting a declarations and rank system. The rank system was envisioned by one Dr. James Clark and put into detail by our C.E.O. after it was approved by members who all agreed 100.00% on having one though different opinions on its use varied. Though not yet a requirement to display rank participation is still voluntary. One member had this to say, "Umbrella Corporation is like most corporations in having what may be considered a 'chain of command' and is not considered a military entity. However, branches within Umbrella such as Security Services do have a need for a more concentrated chain of command."
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Visited Bale Mall |
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Operation: Reclaimer:
April 2008 - Currently underway. Lead by the temporary Director of Warfare, Leon Cane. Huge success! Thanks to Umbrella and allies in the suburbs all targeted areas were secured! Operation has ceased as of May 5th.
Unified Human Resistance:
March 2008 - Malton is under siege with a zombie population double that of survivors. The Umbrella Corporation has proudly joined the Unified Human Resistance -- a large survivor effort to reclaim Malton -- and is currently helping to rebuild our shattered city.
Operation: Green Peace:
Currently underway working with allies in Santlerville. Santlerville operations halted. All other Green Peace operations still in effect. Stay strong Malton! Operations ceased April 2nd due to lack of efficiency and corporation capabilities. The current target suburbs are now safe but overall operation success was very little.
Code 4R:
Code: 4R was succesfully executed and completed March 3rd, with Male Way secure, and the Rush and Nisbet buildings in a prime state. Constant security patrols has done much to secure Southern Shearbank and has been quite succesful.
Operation: Homegrown:
Lead by the Roach Klips our goal was to retake Roachtown on March 1st, and push the R.R.F. and other undeadite groups back South. The Operation was succesful however with forces pushing South our main suburb was exposed and emergency actions had to take place. Code 4R was implemented and completed on March 3rd but due to our early efforts the Roach Klips were able to easily push the hordes back to the Ridleybank border.
Operation: Glass House:
Halted. All other information is classified.
Operation: Deliberate Force/Operation: Odin:
Working alongside the Roach Klips, Malton Department of Defense, and its allies, Umbrella was able to bring the zed numbers down drastically in Roachtown. Though the operation success was short lived, due to it only being a weeks time away from the Big Bash 2, this brought about new allies and stronger resolve among troops.
Sweeping up at Santlerville:
The U.T. Unit is currently wrapping up Sweeper operations in Santlerville with much success and will be returning to Shearbank to bolster moral by removing the meddlesome roaming undead.
Protection of Pitneybank:
Some Umbrella members are currently operating in the hotzone of Pitneybank. Research and defensive measurges against the big bash zombie horde are the current goals there. Anyone interested in helping the Umbrella cause there should contact senior scientist Thadeous Oakley G. at the forums or directly in-game as MisterGame.
The Siege of Giddings Mall:
After a major break-in in Giddings Mall, the Umbrella field commander of Pitneybank concluded that the fall of Pitneybank was inevitable and the unit was quickly withdrawn. Soon after that Giddings fell and with that the entire suburb of Pitneybank.
Umbrella's activity in Pitneybank is currently terminated.
Battle of Giddings | |
This user or group was among the living that fought honorably against the Big Bash 2 in the one month long Battle of Giddings. |
Operation: Sailstorm:
Operations Indefinite
Alliance of the Dagger:
Umbrella Corporation worked together with U.B.C.S. Merc-for-hire to form an elite assault unit (mistakenly called our secret police on occasion). Purpose was so the company would have an answer for high-risk operations and offer a solution for precision based combat against the zed hordes.
The Perryn Defense:
On Friday the 17th 2007, The survivors began a massive operation to secure the fort, the Cannonball Crew were the first to show up followed by other groups such as the 82nd Airborne Division, the Liberation of Crossman Department, The Fortress, Umbrella Corporation and a few guys from the Creedy Defense Force lead by Wesk. They acted quickly and were able to secure the gatehouse on the first day and the entire fort was zombie free by the 19th. At the same time the BMC attempted to use the attack on the fort as a diversion to allow them to retake the suburb, they failed and hence joined the others in the fort.
Visited Fort Perryn |
This user has visited Fort Perryn. |
The 5th of November:
On the 5th of November Umbrella Corporation, working together with several survivor groups, took part in the charge to push back the zed hordes from the suburbs! Umbrella still has operations in Ridleybank but has yet to make any formal announcements. Keep your head up and stay strong residents of Ridleybank!
Remember the 5th of November | |
This user or group supports the vendetta against the undead of Ridleybank. |
Operation: Ghost Buster:
The Umbrella Corporation conducted "Operation Ghost Buster" with USAI, Umbrella Biohazard Containment Services, and many other survivor groups aimed at assisting the current survivors in Molebank and returning the suburb to a state of safety.