erik316wttn
08-22-2006, 05:54 PM
Goarmy.com has an IM bot called "Sgt. Star" who gives you "answers" to your questions. It's extremely fun and giggle inducing to mess with it. Here is my chat transcript:
SGT STAR: Welcome Erik. How can I help you today?
Erik: I need help
SGT STAR: Please click on "Ask Live Help" at the bottom of this screen to chat live with a Recruiter or send the Army an e-mail by using the page next to me and a live Recruiter will get back to you shortly. >>
Erik: No, seriously. I was out using a woodchipper and got my arm stuck in there! I'm bleeding everywhere and am starting to feel woozy.
SGT STAR: Here are some jobs in that category that might be of interest to you.
The Army Career Explorer can help you determine the job qualifications and availability. Try it now.
>>
Erik: Oh God I don't wanna die!
SGT STAR: There are more than 50 domestic Army installations and more than 100 worldwide. Move your mouse over the posts for their location. For overseas posts, click on the links in the lower left corner of the map. Your duty assignment will depend on your MOS and experience and available positions. >>
Here's more:
* Scholarships, Psychology
* Army Family, DEERS Program
* Choosing Posts
more >
Erik: WHY WONT YOU HELP ME YOU HEARTLESS BASTARD?
SGT STAR: I don't respond to that type of language. What else can I help you with?
Erik: It's getting dark. So very dark
SGT STAR: Displayed below are answers that I believe are related to your question.
Here's more:
* Racism
Erik: Oh look. There's grandpa! And my Great-Grandma. And that nice neighbor lady who would always give me a dollar....
SGT STAR: There are more than 50 domestic Army installations and more than 100 worldwide. Move your mouse over the posts for their location. For overseas posts, click on the links in the lower left corner of the map. Your duty assignment will depend on your MOS and experience and available positions. >>
Here's more:
* Scholarships, Psychology
* Army Family, DEERS Program
* Choosing Posts
more >
Erik: I hear voices. They say "come toward the light." Should I go?
SGT STAR: That is a good question, however, I am not positive that I understand what you are asking. Try rephrasing your question. I understand simple questions best.
Erik: Would you still take me if I had a stump for a right arm?
SGT STAR: Here are some jobs in that category that might be of interest to you.
To find out about the availability of specific jobs and what you're qualified for, log into the Army Career Explorer.
>>
Erik: Would my Drill Sergant call me "Stumpy?"
SGT STAR: I'd be happy to assist in having one of my Cyber recruiters contact you regarding your questions. Click to their bio and select "Email Me."
Erik: There's blood everywhere. I need to get to a hospital!
SGT STAR: What kind of qualifications are you asking about? Physical, enlistment, home school, MOS, ROTC, OCS, or HPSP?
Here's more:
* Medical Facilities
* HPSP Responsibilities
* Dental Corps, Advanced Programs
more >
Erik: *dies*
SGT STAR: Unfortunately I haven't been trained on that subject. I have been trained to ask for help when I'm not sure about an answer. If you would like a recruiter to answer your question, please fill out this form to send an e-mail.
SGT STAR: Welcome Erik. How can I help you today?
Erik: I need help
SGT STAR: Please click on "Ask Live Help" at the bottom of this screen to chat live with a Recruiter or send the Army an e-mail by using the page next to me and a live Recruiter will get back to you shortly. >>
Erik: No, seriously. I was out using a woodchipper and got my arm stuck in there! I'm bleeding everywhere and am starting to feel woozy.
SGT STAR: Here are some jobs in that category that might be of interest to you.
The Army Career Explorer can help you determine the job qualifications and availability. Try it now.
>>
Erik: Oh God I don't wanna die!
SGT STAR: There are more than 50 domestic Army installations and more than 100 worldwide. Move your mouse over the posts for their location. For overseas posts, click on the links in the lower left corner of the map. Your duty assignment will depend on your MOS and experience and available positions. >>
Here's more:
* Scholarships, Psychology
* Army Family, DEERS Program
* Choosing Posts
more >
Erik: WHY WONT YOU HELP ME YOU HEARTLESS BASTARD?
SGT STAR: I don't respond to that type of language. What else can I help you with?
Erik: It's getting dark. So very dark
SGT STAR: Displayed below are answers that I believe are related to your question.
Here's more:
* Racism
Erik: Oh look. There's grandpa! And my Great-Grandma. And that nice neighbor lady who would always give me a dollar....
SGT STAR: There are more than 50 domestic Army installations and more than 100 worldwide. Move your mouse over the posts for their location. For overseas posts, click on the links in the lower left corner of the map. Your duty assignment will depend on your MOS and experience and available positions. >>
Here's more:
* Scholarships, Psychology
* Army Family, DEERS Program
* Choosing Posts
more >
Erik: I hear voices. They say "come toward the light." Should I go?
SGT STAR: That is a good question, however, I am not positive that I understand what you are asking. Try rephrasing your question. I understand simple questions best.
Erik: Would you still take me if I had a stump for a right arm?
SGT STAR: Here are some jobs in that category that might be of interest to you.
To find out about the availability of specific jobs and what you're qualified for, log into the Army Career Explorer.
>>
Erik: Would my Drill Sergant call me "Stumpy?"
SGT STAR: I'd be happy to assist in having one of my Cyber recruiters contact you regarding your questions. Click to their bio and select "Email Me."
Erik: There's blood everywhere. I need to get to a hospital!
SGT STAR: What kind of qualifications are you asking about? Physical, enlistment, home school, MOS, ROTC, OCS, or HPSP?
Here's more:
* Medical Facilities
* HPSP Responsibilities
* Dental Corps, Advanced Programs
more >
Erik: *dies*
SGT STAR: Unfortunately I haven't been trained on that subject. I have been trained to ask for help when I'm not sure about an answer. If you would like a recruiter to answer your question, please fill out this form to send an e-mail.