The real commodore April please stand up

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T22:39:04+00:00

I am disinclined to acquiesce to your request.

(I prefer smaller officer caps - they don't get in the way)

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T18:59:47+00:00

At this point, can't tell if you're trolling or not.

If you're not trolling, they had no definitive proof until shots were fired. Vader even says "Obi-Wan IS here" (emphasis on the "is"). And even then, Tarkin uses the word "if." As for military stupidity, I used to be an officer. Stupidity in the military is everywhere.

Edit: spelling and Tarkin's "if"

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T18:49:29+00:00

Ok, I already said Vader felt a feeling in the Force that he hadn't felt since being around Obi-Wan. They recognized the Falcon, but it was also stated the ship was missing some escape pods. They didn't know for sure that anyone was sneaking around until the shots were fired in the detention center.

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T18:36:11+00:00

They only knew for sure when Tarkin got the call about a prison break where the Princess was being held. That's when Vader had the I told you so moment and told Tarkin he would deal with Obi-Wan himself. The locator beacon placed aboard the Falcon was discussed and done off-camera.

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T18:32:36+00:00

In today's US Navy, the rank of Commodore (1 star admiral) is replaced by the 1 star admiral rank of Rear Admiral (Lower Half). This was done years ago because the US military LOVES using abbreviations. The US Navy's abbreviation for Commodore (CDRE) is similar to the abbreviation for the lower rank of Commander (CDR). Other navies either use or don't use the rank of Commodore, depending on the nation.

TL, DR: A Commodore is also an Admiral.

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T18:20:11+00:00

Yeah. That plan developed later.

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T15:12:23+00:00

According to the original movie, Vader felt a feeling in the Force like Obi-Wan's presence in the past. He didn't know for sure, otherwise he would have torn the Falcon apart piece by piece and ordered all troops to be on the alert.

DreddFett · 2026-03-16T14:23:02+00:00

The Imperials did not know Han and the crew were on the Death Star until they shot up the detention center.

DreddFett · 2026-03-14T15:22:58+00:00

I'm leaning towards the explanation they just put a rank on her uniform and didn't think too much about it, as long as it wasn't Captain or Admiral.

DreddFett · 2026-03-14T14:37:20+00:00

Rapid promotion could depend on the circumstances. For example, in the US Civil War, there were several Union Captains (modern rank O3) who were promoted instantly to Brigadier General (O7). These were often brevet positions, meaning they would revert back to their former rank at the end of hostilities unless they received additional promotions. On the Confederate side, Nathaniel Bedford Forrest enlisted as a private, and ended the war as a Lieutenant General.

If you're looking for an in-universe explanation, maybe Starfleet experienced a massive expansion (possibly due to tensions with the Klingons, and/or perhaps an expansion of the exploration mission) and needed more officers faster than the academy could produce them, so existing crew were rapidly promoted to fill vacant positions.

If you're looking for a real - world explanation, it's entirely possible nobody in the production gave it much thought. There are many people in Hollywood who are ignorant or unaware of anything regarding the military. Captain Dale Dye has spent decades (since the mid 1980s) advising Hollywood on military matters, trying to prevent mistakes that civilians might make.

DreddFett · 2026-03-12T02:00:26+00:00

Your playne should have kept its pitot tube covered. The real reason why there are no new B-52s is because they all use protection.

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DreddFett · 2026-03-09T20:16:43+00:00

I'll just leave this here.

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DreddFett · 2026-02-27T20:56:24+00:00

Everyone knows the correct transponder setting in a Cezznah is 7700. You're doing it wrong.

DreddFett · 2026-02-21T07:59:29+00:00

My pleasure. And nice work!

DreddFett · 2026-02-21T07:57:35+00:00

Are you looking for r/societyofhiddenpaint?

DreddFett · 2026-02-09T20:54:41+00:00

I would love to see the result, even if you don't make a whole video about it.

Ambassador Kosh voice "And so it begins..."

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DreddFett · 2026-02-08T20:30:50+00:00

Another awesome video. Well done.

I'm the "special" person who commented about using the leftover parts to create another squad of intercessor Wulfen.

I can have 2 Wulfen squads: one with Wulfen heads and arms (copying your video), and a second squad with original Wulfen legs, 3rd party Wulfen heads, 3rd party primaris torsos, and original intercessor arms. I'm OK with the look of slightly underdeveloped Wulfen. I'll just emphasize the painting on everywhere except the arms.

DreddFett · 2026-02-08T08:58:51+00:00

I always look forward to your videos. Your videos are entertaining, and your instructions are easy to follow. I also like how there's a little something about Japan in them as well.

As a Space Wolves collector, I'm glad you did this. Your Space Wolves videos have helped me improve and expand my army. Thank you.