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by ~Wibble~
 So what's been happening at [BBC] HQ over the past few months?
The answer to that is...not much. 
As a clan we have entered a natural form of competitive hibernation. The sort of dozy period that occurs when the common interest in a game that brought everyone together wanes.
Some of us had been playing CoD, and specifically UO for more than 5 years and the enthusiasm that once had us all turning on the PC any time we had a spare few minutes, is no longer there. From the summer of 2008 we were finding it difficult to get 8 players together for our regular EBAL matches and impromptu friendlies. Some of our core members, those who could be seen online almost every night and first to sign up for any matches, saw changes in their home lives or circumstances. Be it new jobs, new love interests, ill-health, a refocus of creative energy's or commitments to other areas of their lives, a large proportion of those who formed the solid centre of the [BBC] were away doing other things. So when the vote came to enter EBAL '09, less than half our active members were interested. 
All this of course is natural in a clan. Players interests peak and trough, regulars come and go, and when interest in the game that was the fuel, the sun in the clans gaming universe, no longer burns as brightly, most clans can be expected to fold. [BBC] has always been more than a clan however. We are a social club. A place to go online where we know everyones name, have common interests, and enjoy each others company in whatever activity we are sharing. 
As [BBC] are not currently active in any competitions, we have loaned a couple of our players to other clans in the UO/CoD4/CoD5 community so that they can continue playing matches. We still have several members who want to play UO competitively, just not enough to make a full squad. We are still actively recruiting however, so that may change in future. 
The rest of us are playing a variety of games as we meander through the gaming worlds in search of that special something. 
UO, CoD5, CoD4, L4D, TF2 and a splash of PKR are what our members are playing at the moment.
Will it be one of these, or another, as yet unreleased game that forms a new star around which we can happily gravitate?
Only time will tell.
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[BBC] Are on the Recruitment Trail!
We are looking to recruit players for UO and CoD5 specifically but if you fancy a bit of Left 4 Dead, Team Fortress 2, CoD4, poker and some smash-up racing too, then we could be the clan for you!
UO Base Assault is where [BBC] was born and is where our heart still lies. In 2008 however we have took part in two UO S&D leagues and have played more CoD4 friendlies. The release of CoD5 last year held the attention of some of our members and we may also be taking a look at Battlefield Heroes when that finally goes live. Left 4 Dead has become a favourite amongst some of our crew too.
As our clan name might suggest, the higher percentage of our members are British but we have a multi-national flavour currently representing Poland, Finland, USA, Austria, The Netherlands, Germany, and Norway. [BBC] has had an over 30's policy in place since 2005 which has resulted in us collecting a bunch of mature, friendly, and easy-going members. Some of our mob are in their 20's however and as a result we have come to appreciate a hint of youth amongst us.
We are looking for over 21's this time around.
Players from any country are welcome to apply however you must be able to speak fluent English. On a skill level we are looking for players who are at a good standard with map and objective awareness, and of course who can shoot straight. You should be playing for at least 5 hours a week, excluding beery Friday nights and weekends which are compulsory  , and have a working mic with Ventrilo installed.
We are as much an online social club as we are a competitive team and having the personality that fits in with the group is the most important thing we are looking for in a new member. With that said, of course we like a good fight. Our competitive history is very good indeed and whilst we play for fun most of the time, in matches we play to win!
To get a feel for our sense of humour and what our Vent channel is like, head over to the Recordings section.
 If all of this sounds like it might suit you, here's what you should do. Join our S&D/Base Assault/CoD5 server when you have some free time. If you like the style of play, (or we know you already) jump on Ventrilo, (see the IP at the bottom of the page) and come and say hello. Some of our Vent channels are for clan members only and some of our guys will be busy doing other things, so don't get upset if nobody comes to see you immediately or if you don't get dragged to another room the moment you arrive.
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The recruitment process is very unofficial. Join a server and vent and we'll get to know you, and vice versa. If after a week or so you are still interested in joining, let us know and provided we are interested in you, we'll start the internal decision making process. That can take a couple of weeks to give everyone a chance to meet you etc.
We'll let you know whether or not your application was successful once that process has been completed.
If your application is not accepted we'll tell you as well of course, however you won't be given the reasons for our decision as we consider that an internal affair. At this stage, in fact at any stage if our members have an objection, an applicant may be asked not to join our Ventrilo channel.
We have a one time only joining fee of £15, after that all donations are entirely voluntary. For a few more details regarding various policies and expectations we have of our members head over here:
 BBC Code of Conduct
So that's it, all our cards are on the table, all you have to do is show us your hand.
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Here at the [BBC] we like to take a step back from multiplayer gaming from time to time and get immersed in a different kind of gaming experience, one that can be found in the world of online casino gaming...and beyond.
Las Vegas and the concept of online casino gaming may seem world's apart, but the two have some remarkable similarities. Not least, the fact that both have become gambling meccas and literally emerged from nothing, to quickly become world famous casino destinations. However, for many gamers and thrill seekers – a visit to Las Vegas remains a dream trip.
If you get there, the chances are you'll want to do Vegas the right way – in which case you'll want to a stay with at least a little bit of luxury and maybe some fantasy thrown in for good measure. For that you have casino resorts, such as MGM Grand, Caesar’s Palace and other venues made famous by million dollar casino wins and Hollywood Movies like Oceans 11 or Casino. Hire a Limo or grab a cab and tour the Vegas Strip – then head Downtown to sample the hardcore action.
Naturally, the real Vegas buzz is the magnificent casino gaming – and it's said you're never more than 2 metres away from a slot machine once you enter Vegas! If the hundreds of slots at the airport are anything to go by – it's no exaggeration! Unless you've visited Vegas already, there's simply no way to imagine the opulence and magic of hitting the casino tables – with a seemingly endless sea of roulette wheels, blackjack and poker tables, slots, neon video poker and every casino game in existence! It's also first-class treatment all the way – with free drinks the order of the day and the chance to feel like a movie star.
Visiting Las Vegas is a truly once in a life time experience, so keep saving those pennies...Vegas, Baby!
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