Still gathering info.
Much more difficult than I expected.
Interrogating every bearded guy we see and asking door-to-door is not very effective.
Taliban know we are here. ISAF compound is getting hammered every night.
Have yet to find maps of Osama's location just lying on the ground. There goes plan A.
Planning to take down a Taliban stronghold soon.
Hopefully we can "convince" them to tell us where Osama is.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Friday, May 28, 2010
Gathering Data
After an indepth questioning of every bearded man we met on the streets, we finally got somewhere. One source claims that Osama is hiding in the caves up in the mountains. Which mountain, he said, was irrelevant, as Osama supposedly had the power to vanish and reappear at a totally differnt location at will. We put that bit of info down as opium induced bullshit and set about planning our incursion into the mountains.
Of course, quite a bit of our mission will be swing and miss. There's as many caves as there are plot holes in Dan Brown novels, so we'll just have to persevere and trudge forth. Also, all our intense questioning for Osama's whereabouts may have been a slightly bad idea. Now, every Taliban agent in Kabul knows that the big boys are here to play, and are probably making excellent time on their camels to inform Osama that the challengers are here. Maybe I should consider my actions BEFORE I act... Nah.
Rhys [Staffie] interrogating a local, while Katie is offscreen, playing good cop.

Also, I think I should have reconsidered my decision to bring along our Boat Assault Division. Seems there isn't too much water in Afghanistan. Damn. They'll be chilling in Kabul while we find Osama.
Of course, quite a bit of our mission will be swing and miss. There's as many caves as there are plot holes in Dan Brown novels, so we'll just have to persevere and trudge forth. Also, all our intense questioning for Osama's whereabouts may have been a slightly bad idea. Now, every Taliban agent in Kabul knows that the big boys are here to play, and are probably making excellent time on their camels to inform Osama that the challengers are here. Maybe I should consider my actions BEFORE I act... Nah.
Rhys [Staffie] interrogating a local, while Katie is offscreen, playing good cop.

Also, I think I should have reconsidered my decision to bring along our Boat Assault Division. Seems there isn't too much water in Afghanistan. Damn. They'll be chilling in Kabul while we find Osama.

Thursday, May 27, 2010
Unclassified Documentation
Sunny Afghanistan
Arrived in Kabul today, spent most of the day unpacking our gear and setting up our Command and Control Centre. We really couldn't be bothered to set up our own defences, so we bluffed our way into the ISAF secure zone and stuck up our tents. Hopefully this incompetent ragtag crew of international soldiers will present some kind of challenge to any insurgents trying to storm their way in.. but I doubt it. Transcript of earlier conversation I overheard at the entrance between a Canadian guard and a native..
Guard: Identification?
Native: Me no Taliban.
Guard: Are you sure?
Native: Me no Taliban. No shoot please good UN.
Guard: Do you have any weapons on your person?
Native: No no no AK47 no no no RPG no no no bomb.
Guard: Carry on sir.
*Gulp* But hey, what do you expect from the Canadians?
We'll be doing some surveillance on potential high ranking members of the Taliban who are operating in Kabul, and hopefully find information about Osama's whereabouts and his defence status.
Guard: Identification?
Native: Me no Taliban.
Guard: Are you sure?
Native: Me no Taliban. No shoot please good UN.
Guard: Do you have any weapons on your person?
Native: No no no AK47 no no no RPG no no no bomb.
Guard: Carry on sir.
*Gulp* But hey, what do you expect from the Canadians?
We'll be doing some surveillance on potential high ranking members of the Taliban who are operating in Kabul, and hopefully find information about Osama's whereabouts and his defence status.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Armoured Grand Prix
Take a bunch of Stryker Armoured Combat Vehicles and Rapid Assault Vehicles.
Allocate each vehicle to a testosterone filled killing machine (aka OSAMA WATCH member).
Place this combination on one end of the autobahn.
Agree upon a finish line.
Decide on the reward for winning.
DRIVE!!!
The crew spent much of the morning inspecting the newly delivered Strykers, RAVs, and heavy weaponry. Transport Officer Alex, being the speed-seeking car-crazed demon that he is, cheekily suggested a run on the autobahn to "test" the working conditions of our vehicles. Of course, being OSAMA WATCH, the crew immediately tossed away what self restraint and professionalism that ever existed and jumped on board.
Of course, I wasn't too happy with this development, but you just don't seem to be able to say "no" to a bunch of trigger happy fools with a veritable convoy of armoured combat vehicles.
Despite slight issues such as the deployment of Germany's police and military units, roadblocks, angry German officials and one flipped Stryker, the crew had a great day. As did I.
Pictured below: Rapid Assault Vehicle to be used in the 'ghan. Oboe (Alex) is driving, MasterChef (Shawn) is riding shotgun, and Katie (Tom) is on the grenade launcher.
Allocate each vehicle to a testosterone filled killing machine (aka OSAMA WATCH member).
Place this combination on one end of the autobahn.
Agree upon a finish line.
Decide on the reward for winning.
DRIVE!!!
The crew spent much of the morning inspecting the newly delivered Strykers, RAVs, and heavy weaponry. Transport Officer Alex, being the speed-seeking car-crazed demon that he is, cheekily suggested a run on the autobahn to "test" the working conditions of our vehicles. Of course, being OSAMA WATCH, the crew immediately tossed away what self restraint and professionalism that ever existed and jumped on board.
Of course, I wasn't too happy with this development, but you just don't seem to be able to say "no" to a bunch of trigger happy fools with a veritable convoy of armoured combat vehicles.
Despite slight issues such as the deployment of Germany's police and military units, roadblocks, angry German officials and one flipped Stryker, the crew had a great day. As did I.
Pictured below: Rapid Assault Vehicle to be used in the 'ghan. Oboe (Alex) is driving, MasterChef (Shawn) is riding shotgun, and Katie (Tom) is on the grenade launcher.

Monday, May 24, 2010
Farewell La Belle Paris
These last few days in Paris have really been a treat. The gents all needed some R&R after the Egyptian mess and the Algerian incident. I need all the guys at tip top performance for our venture into the 'ghan.
They say that "God loved the Muslims; he gave them the Koran. But He loved the French more; he gave them Paris", and I wholeheartedly agree with whoever said that. Whoever it was, I'm sure they had a smashing time in Paris, then got kidnapped, brutally tortured and graphically executed by the same Muslims he mentioned. Well, that's what you get for saying that God loves the French. Damn French. Damn cheese-eating surrender monkeys. But by God, Paris was lovely.
Well, OSAMA WATCH is en route to Germany. We leave behind the romantic city of Paris in exchange for the cold and efficient capital of Germany. It's interesting to note that in the Cold War, East Germany was allied with the Soviets, who also happened to invade Afghanistan in the 1990's for whatever crazy vodka-induced hallucinations the Russkies dreamed of. Coincidence? I think not... Actually, scratch that. I'm just being stupid.
Hopefully our Strykers, Rapid Assault Vehicles, and heavy weaponry are ready to go. Before we leave I'm sure we'll "test drive" our wheels on the autobahn.
They say that "God loved the Muslims; he gave them the Koran. But He loved the French more; he gave them Paris", and I wholeheartedly agree with whoever said that. Whoever it was, I'm sure they had a smashing time in Paris, then got kidnapped, brutally tortured and graphically executed by the same Muslims he mentioned. Well, that's what you get for saying that God loves the French. Damn French. Damn cheese-eating surrender monkeys. But by God, Paris was lovely.
Well, OSAMA WATCH is en route to Germany. We leave behind the romantic city of Paris in exchange for the cold and efficient capital of Germany. It's interesting to note that in the Cold War, East Germany was allied with the Soviets, who also happened to invade Afghanistan in the 1990's for whatever crazy vodka-induced hallucinations the Russkies dreamed of. Coincidence? I think not... Actually, scratch that. I'm just being stupid.
Hopefully our Strykers, Rapid Assault Vehicles, and heavy weaponry are ready to go. Before we leave I'm sure we'll "test drive" our wheels on the autobahn.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Ransom Paid
The terrorists made their demands well known.
50,000 Algerian Dinars for the release of all our crew and our baggage.
Yes, 50,000 does sound like a lot of money. At one point we were considering to attempt a forced bust out to save ourselves the money.
Then we did the maths.
50,000 dinars is around 800 bucks Australian. We got hijacked and tortured for 800 bloody dollars?? My suit is worth more than that! Goddamn backwards, dirt poor terrorist idiots!
Ransom paid, and heading to France before making the trip to Germany. Heck, you can't blame us for wanting to stop over in the "City of Love". Hopefully some of that love will come our way, the boys are really getting pissed off at everything. The mission needs a morale booster.
50,000 Algerian Dinars for the release of all our crew and our baggage.
Yes, 50,000 does sound like a lot of money. At one point we were considering to attempt a forced bust out to save ourselves the money.
Then we did the maths.
50,000 dinars is around 800 bucks Australian. We got hijacked and tortured for 800 bloody dollars?? My suit is worth more than that! Goddamn backwards, dirt poor terrorist idiots!
Ransom paid, and heading to France before making the trip to Germany. Heck, you can't blame us for wanting to stop over in the "City of Love". Hopefully some of that love will come our way, the boys are really getting pissed off at everything. The mission needs a morale booster.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Algeria?
Have landed in Algeria.
Talks have begun between the terrorists and the Australian government.
Will inform you of developments.
We are safe, and are being treated well.
We have come to no harm.
I support whatever motion the terrorists put forward.
We should all agree with what the terrorists say.
They are freedom fighters, with a just cause.
I say this of my own free will. I do not have a gun pointed at my head.
Talks have begun between the terrorists and the Australian government.
Will inform you of developments.
We are safe, and are being treated well.
We have come to no harm.
I support whatever motion the terrorists put forward.
We should all agree with what the terrorists say.
They are freedom fighters, with a just cause.
I say this of my own free will. I do not have a gun pointed at my head.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
US ARMY PLEASE HELP US!!!
Our plane has been taken over by masked terrorists.
They claim they are from the jihadist group:
"The Holy Hand That Grasps The Righteous Sword And Shield Of The Most Benevolent And Almighty Allah And Let Us Not Forget His True Prophet, The One And Only Muhammad, Oh We Will Destroy Western Decadence And Arrogance Group"
Why their almighty god needs their help to win his battles, I'll never know. But they have turned the plane around, and we are heading for Algeria.
If only we had our rifles!!! But the damn new restrictions on the amount of luggage we could take on board meant that we had to sacrifice our rifles in favour of extra food. Because everyone knows airplane food SUCKS.
But anyway, please ask the US Army to come and save us all!!! We don't have much time!!
*Shouting offscreen*
PLEASE HELP!!!!
They claim they are from the jihadist group:
"The Holy Hand That Grasps The Righteous Sword And Shield Of The Most Benevolent And Almighty Allah And Let Us Not Forget His True Prophet, The One And Only Muhammad, Oh We Will Destroy Western Decadence And Arrogance Group"
Why their almighty god needs their help to win his battles, I'll never know. But they have turned the plane around, and we are heading for Algeria.
If only we had our rifles!!! But the damn new restrictions on the amount of luggage we could take on board meant that we had to sacrifice our rifles in favour of extra food. Because everyone knows airplane food SUCKS.
But anyway, please ask the US Army to come and save us all!!! We don't have much time!!
*Shouting offscreen*
PLEASE HELP!!!!
Damned incompetent US Army!!!
Every day I spent in Egypt, I cursed the incompetence of the US Army.
If they were slightly better trained, they might have already caught Osama and I would be back in Sydney, relaxing over a game of Counter Strike. But nooo...
At least we're moving out. Lock and Load. Next stop on our journey is Germany, where we'll be picking up our Stryker vehicles and other assorted gadgetry. Big toys for big boys, as the saying goes.
Flight shouldn't be too long, and will board in a few minutes. There are some US Army personnel around in the airport, on R&R from their bases all over Europe. Great. There's all my taxpayer money going towards funding some country bumpkin's vacation in sunny Egypt. Bloody Army.
If they were slightly better trained, they might have already caught Osama and I would be back in Sydney, relaxing over a game of Counter Strike. But nooo...
At least we're moving out. Lock and Load. Next stop on our journey is Germany, where we'll be picking up our Stryker vehicles and other assorted gadgetry. Big toys for big boys, as the saying goes.
Flight shouldn't be too long, and will board in a few minutes. There are some US Army personnel around in the airport, on R&R from their bases all over Europe. Great. There's all my taxpayer money going towards funding some country bumpkin's vacation in sunny Egypt. Bloody Army.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Damn Egypt
Went on a camel back tour of the surrounding areas of Cairo, on an all expenses paid journey (expenses billed to our corporate sponsors under the label of "information gathering, fact finding mission")
Damn things are goddamn fly magnets, could probably compare the experience to sitting in a Armoured Personnel Carrier in Ambush Alley in Somalia, with bullets being poured on us by the bucketload. Bloody flies...
And the camels were in a constant state of PMS, moaning and grumbling and jerking from side to side. Didn't see much, got ripped off by tourist attraction dealers, and we lost our guide after he fell down a Spartan Death Hole in one of the pyramids.
Can't wait to get moving to Germany.
Damn things are goddamn fly magnets, could probably compare the experience to sitting in a Armoured Personnel Carrier in Ambush Alley in Somalia, with bullets being poured on us by the bucketload. Bloody flies...
And the camels were in a constant state of PMS, moaning and grumbling and jerking from side to side. Didn't see much, got ripped off by tourist attraction dealers, and we lost our guide after he fell down a Spartan Death Hole in one of the pyramids.
Can't wait to get moving to Germany.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Black Fish Down
We have a Black Fish down, we have a Black Fish down.
The Colonel's canoe is down in the Nile.
Nile infested with crocodiles and hippos.
Advised that all personnel AVOID canoeing or skinny dipping in the Nile.
HMAS MAJESTIC TURTLE was lost moments earlier, all hands presumed lost.
The Colonel was later found floating amongst refuse from last winter's flood. He was alive, and understandably smelly.
The Colonel's canoe is down in the Nile.
Nile infested with crocodiles and hippos.
Advised that all personnel AVOID canoeing or skinny dipping in the Nile.
HMAS MAJESTIC TURTLE was lost moments earlier, all hands presumed lost.
The Colonel was later found floating amongst refuse from last winter's flood. He was alive, and understandably smelly.
Confounded Egypt
They say that when the Aussies came to Egypt in the First World War, some of the bad apples gave all of the Australian troops a bad reputation. There were examples of destruction in the marketplace, rowdy behaviour, and drunken capers. Needless to say, the Egyptians were not amused.
And I guess these bloody Egyptians hold grudges for a long time. Once we arrived, we headed towards the baggage claim, when one airport worker stopped us. Just a small aside, his moustache seemed to have a life of its own. But anyway, back to this worker. He coldly asked us in broken English whether "you Ossie eh? Ossie people? Synney Melbun?"
Damn honesty. Once we confirmed his suspicions, he loudly called over all his friends, and they began screaming at us in their native language. Perhaps this was a ruse by their secret police [did they recognise me from previous encounters?], since we were quickly shepherded away by a cordon of security agents, and strip searched. Never seen agents who took so much delight in frisking fellow men...
Also, my apologies for this delayed post. Would have posted earlier, but I couldn't find any source of internet and had to climb to the top of the Great Pyramid to find a satellite connection. Kept sliding down the bloody pyramid side on the way up, didn't help how the crew started firing rubber bullets at me for target practice.
Gents are already complaining about the heat, and have probably spent next year's budget on sunscreen, ice cream and sunglasses. Never mind, the bounty on Osama is more than enough to make us all rich.
For the next few days we'll be acclimatising to the surroundings, and then will move off to Germany to pick up our Strykers. Will keep everyone updated, cheers.
And I guess these bloody Egyptians hold grudges for a long time. Once we arrived, we headed towards the baggage claim, when one airport worker stopped us. Just a small aside, his moustache seemed to have a life of its own. But anyway, back to this worker. He coldly asked us in broken English whether "you Ossie eh? Ossie people? Synney Melbun?"
Damn honesty. Once we confirmed his suspicions, he loudly called over all his friends, and they began screaming at us in their native language. Perhaps this was a ruse by their secret police [did they recognise me from previous encounters?], since we were quickly shepherded away by a cordon of security agents, and strip searched. Never seen agents who took so much delight in frisking fellow men...
Also, my apologies for this delayed post. Would have posted earlier, but I couldn't find any source of internet and had to climb to the top of the Great Pyramid to find a satellite connection. Kept sliding down the bloody pyramid side on the way up, didn't help how the crew started firing rubber bullets at me for target practice.
Gents are already complaining about the heat, and have probably spent next year's budget on sunscreen, ice cream and sunglasses. Never mind, the bounty on Osama is more than enough to make us all rich.
For the next few days we'll be acclimatising to the surroundings, and then will move off to Germany to pick up our Strykers. Will keep everyone updated, cheers.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Unclassified Documentation
Deployment
Information for our corporate sponsors:
Have arrived at Sydney International Airport to catch our QANTAS flight to Cairo, Egypt.
Was a bit awkward when we rocked up at the airport with rifles, body armour, and other heavy weaponry. However, we shouldn't have worried, as the Customs agents seemed more concerned about Shawn's toothpaste tube and Katie's drink bottle, which they confiscated with great fanfare. Shawn and Katie are still fuming about the body cavity search they had to undergo after their items were found. Had to cover their mouths and drag them away before we got arrested for assault on a federal agent. Luckily, rifles and grenades went unnoticed. Hopefully we have similarly "blind" Customs agents when we pick up our Stryker units from Germany.
We have a long flight ahead. Some of the lads have suggested we use the time to practice aircraft hostage drills, but for some reason I don't think the Federal Air Marshal in the front row seat will approve. Instead, purchased the "Where's Bin Laden" picture book at the newsagent. Hopefully this will be adequate in preparing us for our mission in Afghanistan.
Oh great, another gate change. And half the crew is wandering around the Duty Free, this'll be such a hassle trying to round them up and inform them of the change.
Farewell, shall post an update once I arrive in Cairo.
Have arrived at Sydney International Airport to catch our QANTAS flight to Cairo, Egypt.
Was a bit awkward when we rocked up at the airport with rifles, body armour, and other heavy weaponry. However, we shouldn't have worried, as the Customs agents seemed more concerned about Shawn's toothpaste tube and Katie's drink bottle, which they confiscated with great fanfare. Shawn and Katie are still fuming about the body cavity search they had to undergo after their items were found. Had to cover their mouths and drag them away before we got arrested for assault on a federal agent. Luckily, rifles and grenades went unnoticed. Hopefully we have similarly "blind" Customs agents when we pick up our Stryker units from Germany.
We have a long flight ahead. Some of the lads have suggested we use the time to practice aircraft hostage drills, but for some reason I don't think the Federal Air Marshal in the front row seat will approve. Instead, purchased the "Where's Bin Laden" picture book at the newsagent. Hopefully this will be adequate in preparing us for our mission in Afghanistan.
Oh great, another gate change. And half the crew is wandering around the Duty Free, this'll be such a hassle trying to round them up and inform them of the change.
Farewell, shall post an update once I arrive in Cairo.
Departure Imminent
All personnel be advised;
Meeting with Logistics Personnel was greatly productive. You will be hearing from your section leaders soon to discuss plans for our deployment to Egypt. But here are some basic things you should be aware of:
1) There is an understanding throughout the world that the Egyptian government is a "highly centralized political organization dominated by an oligarchy wielding absolute power". Whether this statement is true or not, PLEASE do not go around stating this to EVERY Egyptian you see. Sitting in cold prison cells and getting beaten by hard rubber hoses is a rather UNPLEASANT experience, and we have bigger things to worry about than insulting Egyptians. Keep your eyes on the prize, gents.
2) Some of you may have considered "dropping by" the pyramids and seeing what "tourist attractions" you can find. Let me remind you, the pyramids are thousands of years old. They've mostly been looted throughout the long ages, and whatever was left... Let me assure you, those Spartan death holes, swiss army knife tunnels, and Chuck Norris fighting cage are not worth the effort.
3) Although Egypt is a hot country, PLEASE DO NOT take your own air-conditioning units.
That is all for now,
- Out.
Meeting with Logistics Personnel was greatly productive. You will be hearing from your section leaders soon to discuss plans for our deployment to Egypt. But here are some basic things you should be aware of:
1) There is an understanding throughout the world that the Egyptian government is a "highly centralized political organization dominated by an oligarchy wielding absolute power". Whether this statement is true or not, PLEASE do not go around stating this to EVERY Egyptian you see. Sitting in cold prison cells and getting beaten by hard rubber hoses is a rather UNPLEASANT experience, and we have bigger things to worry about than insulting Egyptians. Keep your eyes on the prize, gents.
2) Some of you may have considered "dropping by" the pyramids and seeing what "tourist attractions" you can find. Let me remind you, the pyramids are thousands of years old. They've mostly been looted throughout the long ages, and whatever was left... Let me assure you, those Spartan death holes, swiss army knife tunnels, and Chuck Norris fighting cage are not worth the effort.
3) Although Egypt is a hot country, PLEASE DO NOT take your own air-conditioning units.
That is all for now,
- Out.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Unclassified Documentation
Off to Sunny Afghanistan
ALL PERSONNEL be advised;
1) All Logistics Personnel are to report to my office at 0700 hours on 17/05/10 to discuss logistical issues. Logistics Officers, Transport Officer, Medical Officer, and IT Officer are to attend the meeting.
2) Undercover Officers are to commence training for urban infiltration/surveillance and evasion techniques as according to the TMP.
3) Once initial preparation is finished, all Logistics personnel will arrange for the transportation of defence materiel to Egypt, for further training in Afghanistan - like conditions. There it will be possible to conduct training for both urban and desert surveillance/warfare.
4) Pack your bags, gentlemen. We'll be off in the next few days.
1) All Logistics Personnel are to report to my office at 0700 hours on 17/05/10 to discuss logistical issues. Logistics Officers, Transport Officer, Medical Officer, and IT Officer are to attend the meeting.
2) Undercover Officers are to commence training for urban infiltration/surveillance and evasion techniques as according to the TMP.
3) Once initial preparation is finished, all Logistics personnel will arrange for the transportation of defence materiel to Egypt, for further training in Afghanistan - like conditions. There it will be possible to conduct training for both urban and desert surveillance/warfare.
4) Pack your bags, gentlemen. We'll be off in the next few days.
Operational Personnel
As of 2045 hours, 16 May 2010, these following personnel shall be classified "Active" in Operation Osama Watch:
Operations Officer:
Shawn [MasterChef]
Logistics Officers:
Rhys [Staffie]
Will [Cynic]
Gus [Argh-Q]
Medical Officer:
Ben [Panda]
IT Officer:
Tom [Katie]
Transport Officer:
Alex [Oboe]
Undercover Officer:
Amar [TBC]
Audio Surveillance Officer:
Melvin [Bugler]
Visual Surveillance Officer:
Cam [Snapshot]
Requests for a change in role or Callsign must be made in writing to THE COLONEL.
Operations Officer:
Shawn [MasterChef]
Logistics Officers:
Rhys [Staffie]
Will [Cynic]
Gus [Argh-Q]
Medical Officer:
Ben [Panda]
IT Officer:
Tom [Katie]
Transport Officer:
Alex [Oboe]
Undercover Officer:
Amar [TBC]
Audio Surveillance Officer:
Melvin [Bugler]
Visual Surveillance Officer:
Cam [Snapshot]
Requests for a change in role or Callsign must be made in writing to THE COLONEL.
Rendezvous with Destiny
Following the continued failure of the United States Armed Forces' attempt to locate, capture, and detain one "Osama Bin Laden" aka. "Hide and Seek Champion of the World", the men of Knox Grammar School have decided to shoulder the burden of avenging the fallen victims of terrorism.
We have watched the incompetent military struggle with the simple task of climbing down the cave and capturing Osama. We have watched as thousands have died in a futile struggle to bring this terrorist to justice. We have watched... and now, the time has come.
We shall no longer bear witness to failure. We shall no longer bear witness to incompetency. We shall no longer bear witness to a world where Osama still lives. We SHALL find him.
We have watched the incompetent military struggle with the simple task of climbing down the cave and capturing Osama. We have watched as thousands have died in a futile struggle to bring this terrorist to justice. We have watched... and now, the time has come.
We shall no longer bear witness to failure. We shall no longer bear witness to incompetency. We shall no longer bear witness to a world where Osama still lives. We SHALL find him.
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