THE BIRTH OF CBT
Back in Fall 2002, Yoda Blaze, a veteran member of a video gaming clan called CSF, decided to invent a clan of his own. His new project, which he dubbed CBT, aka Clan Blazing Tiger, would borrow CSF’s unique structure based on ranks, and would also introduce a more welcoming atmosphere than that of CSF. Blaze quickly searched for members, recruiting gamers from chat rooms and gaining support from CSF. As CBT established a firm member base, the clan was ready to take on the world.
CBT instantly caught on with the gaming community. Those who became proud members of CBT contributed to the forums and helped the clan grow. Blaze guided the members throughout this process, and monitored member relations. As various CBT members soon earned new ranks and positions, CBT reached a new high. It had gained acclaim from several other clans, and had just begun participating in online gaming. Blaze’s next goal was to make CBT the #1 gaming clan around. But that daunting task was nothing short of unpractical, and the members had something different in mind.
OPERATION RELOCATION
Blaze had individually created the backbone of CBT, but it was the members who made the clan what it had become. This proposed a problem in Blaze’s eyes, however, since his clan was turning more into a sociable gaming family rather than an unstoppable gaming victor. Blaze became unpleased with this new path CBT was taking, and matters only got worse when CBT was about to expire due to low funds. On top of all that, growing feuds between CBT and CSF tested Blaze’s devotion. In the end, Blaze would side with CSF, and abandon CBT to pursue new projects.
When Blaze officially announced that CBT would be closing since the clan did not cough up $250 to keep the p8o site up and running for another year, the members soon reacted. Ace_McLairen, a fairly new CBT member at the time, came up with the plan of relocating the clan’s forums. He created a new forum on Proboards, which was originally going to be the next CBT. However, CBT member Tails2258 discovered Invisionfree, which featured a format similar to that of the p8o service. With Ace’s assistance, Tails successfully relocated the clan, bringing the structure, graphics, and members along with it. The new CBT was officially open on August 15th, 2003.
THE WONDER YEARS
The new CBT got off to a slow start, but it quickly gained momentum. The clan established itself as one of Invisionfree’s most popular gaming clans. Many new faces became active with CBT at this time, and it was during the second year of CBT when the clan finally became extremely active in the world of online gaming. In addition to online gaming, CBT also triumphed thanks to the contributions of its members. It was a glorious age for Clan Blazing Tiger.
THE BLUNDER YEARS
However, not all went completely well during CBT’s run on invisionfree. Behind the scenes, CBT’s new administration team, including Tails, Ace, and Muffin Man, was struggling with the verbal abuse of Blaze. Blaze had discovered the new site, and quickly made his own demands. His demands included changing the clan name and changing the clan’s graphics. Blaze believed that if he isn’t running CBT, nobody can. Blaze tried tempting CBT’s admins by suggesting he’d create a new CBT, but his efforts ultimately failed. In a public poll, CBT members were asked if they wanted Blaze to create a new CBT, and this idea was rejected by a large margin. However, Blaze did not give up after the clan clearly stated that it opposed of Blaze’s re-involvement in CBT on numerous accounts.
Eventually things got even worse. A long-time CBT member, Hsu, had an argument with one of CBT’s admin, Ace. In anger, Hsu flooded the forums with spam, and flamed Ace continuously without end. Several members sided with Hsu, as others sided with Ace, and some didn’t side at all. The events basically created a huge stir around the forums, disrupting the clan’s daily activities and tearing the clan apart.
FREEDOM AT LAST
Just as things looked grim, Blaze took advantage of the opportunity. He proposes creating a new CBT to the admins once again, and they refused. However, Blaze began bringing up legal matters, and pointed out how disgraceful the clan looked due to the spam that had just recently engulfed it. CBT’s admins had little choice. They fought hard to keep the clan that the member’s wanted, but Blaze simply wouldn’t allow it. The CBT admin knew they had to give in, so they did. On July 17th, 2004, CBT closed its doors. Meanwhile, Blaze convinced a handful of CBT members to join his new clan. Although he originally claimed the new clan would be a new CBT, the new clan was indeed totally different. Basically, Blaze stole CBT’s members back.
Shortly after CBT was closed, former member KilikAJI got together with Tails and decided to create a CBT-in-exile. The new clan would still be CBT at heart, because it would have all of CBT’s old members, but in reality it would be a whole new clan. Originally dubbed “Tiger Revolution”, this new clan was quickly built by its members. It truly was a clan for the people. Eventually, under the suggestion of the former CBT member Megamanfan, the new clan was called “Viper Strike”. Many CBT members who joined Blaze’s new clan eventually got involved in Viper Strike, aka VSC, with a few exceptions. No longer would members have to worry about tension from CBT's original founder. Finally, former CBT members were allowed to prosper on their own. They were free at last.
For almost four whole years now, Viper Strike has remained a thriving gaming clan, thanks to the loyalty of its members. As of May 2008, VSC was converted from invisionfree to the new zetaboards platform, and the clan shows no signs of slowing down. The clan's vast history and impressive longevity proves that VSC is not just a video gaming clan, but an experience. If you're not a member of our family, then we welcome you to make history with us!
Viper Strike
2004 - 2008
Experience the Gaming Clan with Experience
Back in Fall 2002, Yoda Blaze, a veteran member of a video gaming clan called CSF, decided to invent a clan of his own. His new project, which he dubbed CBT, aka Clan Blazing Tiger, would borrow CSF’s unique structure based on ranks, and would also introduce a more welcoming atmosphere than that of CSF. Blaze quickly searched for members, recruiting gamers from chat rooms and gaining support from CSF. As CBT established a firm member base, the clan was ready to take on the world.
CBT instantly caught on with the gaming community. Those who became proud members of CBT contributed to the forums and helped the clan grow. Blaze guided the members throughout this process, and monitored member relations. As various CBT members soon earned new ranks and positions, CBT reached a new high. It had gained acclaim from several other clans, and had just begun participating in online gaming. Blaze’s next goal was to make CBT the #1 gaming clan around. But that daunting task was nothing short of unpractical, and the members had something different in mind.
OPERATION RELOCATION
Blaze had individually created the backbone of CBT, but it was the members who made the clan what it had become. This proposed a problem in Blaze’s eyes, however, since his clan was turning more into a sociable gaming family rather than an unstoppable gaming victor. Blaze became unpleased with this new path CBT was taking, and matters only got worse when CBT was about to expire due to low funds. On top of all that, growing feuds between CBT and CSF tested Blaze’s devotion. In the end, Blaze would side with CSF, and abandon CBT to pursue new projects.
When Blaze officially announced that CBT would be closing since the clan did not cough up $250 to keep the p8o site up and running for another year, the members soon reacted. Ace_McLairen, a fairly new CBT member at the time, came up with the plan of relocating the clan’s forums. He created a new forum on Proboards, which was originally going to be the next CBT. However, CBT member Tails2258 discovered Invisionfree, which featured a format similar to that of the p8o service. With Ace’s assistance, Tails successfully relocated the clan, bringing the structure, graphics, and members along with it. The new CBT was officially open on August 15th, 2003.
THE WONDER YEARS
The new CBT got off to a slow start, but it quickly gained momentum. The clan established itself as one of Invisionfree’s most popular gaming clans. Many new faces became active with CBT at this time, and it was during the second year of CBT when the clan finally became extremely active in the world of online gaming. In addition to online gaming, CBT also triumphed thanks to the contributions of its members. It was a glorious age for Clan Blazing Tiger.
THE BLUNDER YEARS
However, not all went completely well during CBT’s run on invisionfree. Behind the scenes, CBT’s new administration team, including Tails, Ace, and Muffin Man, was struggling with the verbal abuse of Blaze. Blaze had discovered the new site, and quickly made his own demands. His demands included changing the clan name and changing the clan’s graphics. Blaze believed that if he isn’t running CBT, nobody can. Blaze tried tempting CBT’s admins by suggesting he’d create a new CBT, but his efforts ultimately failed. In a public poll, CBT members were asked if they wanted Blaze to create a new CBT, and this idea was rejected by a large margin. However, Blaze did not give up after the clan clearly stated that it opposed of Blaze’s re-involvement in CBT on numerous accounts.
Eventually things got even worse. A long-time CBT member, Hsu, had an argument with one of CBT’s admin, Ace. In anger, Hsu flooded the forums with spam, and flamed Ace continuously without end. Several members sided with Hsu, as others sided with Ace, and some didn’t side at all. The events basically created a huge stir around the forums, disrupting the clan’s daily activities and tearing the clan apart.
FREEDOM AT LAST
Just as things looked grim, Blaze took advantage of the opportunity. He proposes creating a new CBT to the admins once again, and they refused. However, Blaze began bringing up legal matters, and pointed out how disgraceful the clan looked due to the spam that had just recently engulfed it. CBT’s admins had little choice. They fought hard to keep the clan that the member’s wanted, but Blaze simply wouldn’t allow it. The CBT admin knew they had to give in, so they did. On July 17th, 2004, CBT closed its doors. Meanwhile, Blaze convinced a handful of CBT members to join his new clan. Although he originally claimed the new clan would be a new CBT, the new clan was indeed totally different. Basically, Blaze stole CBT’s members back.
Shortly after CBT was closed, former member KilikAJI got together with Tails and decided to create a CBT-in-exile. The new clan would still be CBT at heart, because it would have all of CBT’s old members, but in reality it would be a whole new clan. Originally dubbed “Tiger Revolution”, this new clan was quickly built by its members. It truly was a clan for the people. Eventually, under the suggestion of the former CBT member Megamanfan, the new clan was called “Viper Strike”. Many CBT members who joined Blaze’s new clan eventually got involved in Viper Strike, aka VSC, with a few exceptions. No longer would members have to worry about tension from CBT's original founder. Finally, former CBT members were allowed to prosper on their own. They were free at last.
For almost four whole years now, Viper Strike has remained a thriving gaming clan, thanks to the loyalty of its members. As of May 2008, VSC was converted from invisionfree to the new zetaboards platform, and the clan shows no signs of slowing down. The clan's vast history and impressive longevity proves that VSC is not just a video gaming clan, but an experience. If you're not a member of our family, then we welcome you to make history with us!
2004 - 2008
Experience the Gaming Clan with Experience
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