Image Clan to Host a BF3 Server

IMAGE recently announced it will be hosting a BF3 64-slot hardcore server.  The server will be hosted in TX by Art of War servers.  The intention is to host from a location central to IMAGE membership, which spans coast to coast.  IMAGE members will have reserved slots, while regular visitors will have an opportunity to donate if they would like to have one as well. There is a lot of excitement around the launch of BF3, especially since its decision to form a competitive team.

Recruiting members before the official launch is one way it hopes to build a strong team that will be poised to win. The response to the invitation to apply for membership has been terrific.  The new recruits are anxious for an opportunity to showcase their skills in hopes of securing a spot on the team.  IMAGE is going to participate in the Team Warfare League BF3 Launch tournament in November and is still looking to fill slots with some quality team players.

Asmodiar, one of the senior members of IMAGE, gives potential players an incentive to join on the EA forums by answering some FAQs.

How long has IMAGE been around?

IMAGE has been around since Ultima Online Released in '97 and broke into the competitive FPS genre by dominating Americas Army 1. 

Is there an age requirement? 

Eighteen and older. Our age range is 18-49 most falling into the 23-29 group. Exceptions for younger players can be made if you're not annoying. 

Will you have a Server for BF3? 

Yes! We have a 64 player server that will be set on HARDCORE and slots will be Reserved for IMAGE members.

Do you have your own VOIP server? 

Yes. We use Mumble as we have found it has many advantages over Ventrillo or TeamSpeak for our needs. 

What are you skill requirements? 

We don't have a skill level requirement - being a part of IMAGE is more about fitting in with the group on Mumble and having fun.

No Skill requirements? 

IMAGE has had a presence in just about every game going back to UO so we are more of a community and anyone can apply to be a part of that community. That said, however, for Battlefield 3 if you want to play on the competitive team we will have tryouts and scheduled practices - you will be added or removed from the competitive clan v clan battles based on your skill in Battlefield 3. 

How Do I apply? 

Go to http://IMAGEclan.net/forums and create an account and post your app. It will be reviewed quickly and you will be given access to the rest of the forums - or not. After that get in Mumble and start talking to people and playing games with them. If it turns out you're not a horrible person and people like you...you're in.

What does your clan tag look like? 

[iMG] (for Battlefield) [IMG] For everything else. 

Your clan has been around a pretty long time - Is it possible to eventually become a leader? 

Well, we don't really have "ranks" in IMAGE - we have different forum and Mumble privileges... 

But yes it is very possible to gain these special privileges - it takes being active on the forums, actively playing games, and fitting in with the group. On top of that you have to show that you have leadership skills either by helping recruit or taking charge in game and leading others on to victory. 

You are a US based clan - do you still accept non US members? 

Yes - we have several members who are in the Euro and NZ/AUS time zones. This may or may not be an issue depending on your normal online hours.

If you are looking for a gaming community to be a part of or have an interest in competitive BF3 team play, IMAGE is a great place to do both.  So register, submit your application, and then hop into mumble.