It`s the 2013 Whiffie Awards

[tc2324]

The lights start to dim, the spotlight pops on and the introductory music start to play as the host walks on stage..................
`A warm welcome to the What If forum members on this grand occasion to celebrate the 2013 Whiffie awards for work contributed by it`s members during 2012. My name`s Tony and on behalf of the Whiffie Academy I thank you for your attendance.
We had many requests from people, organisations and even countries concerning sponsorship that find the What If forum an inspiration when it comes to their work. One such organisation has become this year's sponsor, so it brings me great pleasure to introduce our Iranian partners, the cockpit specialists, Iranian Whif Aerospace Industries.` (Applause all round)

`And as a special treat to our members on this great occasion, they have released the following photo showing off their new cockpit design for the new stealth fighter.`



`On behalf of the academy I would like to them and others who have contributed adverts to the awards. So with no further ado, (well.., over the next 20 minutes or so), here are the nominations.

Remember, one vote for each category which can`t be changed by the way, so vote carefully. If you wish to review a particular model/profile, please head to the 2012 `Sway` thread where you can find your candidate and a link to their build.`

[tc2324]

Houston...., we have a problem..... 

Apologies all, I was hoping to post the polls for each catagory here..., but turns out I can`t.

So..., the lists will be posted independently until such time as the technical issues are resolved or I write my letter of resignation.

[Rheged]

Houston...., we have a problem..... 

Apologies all, I was hoping to post the polls for each catagory here..., but turns out I can`t.

So..., the lists will be posted independently until such time as the technical issues are resolved or I write my letter of resignation.

No apology necessary!  I'm just delighted that I don't have to organise this!  I'm very relaxed about the voting system that hasbeen set up. THANK YOU! for the work you have done.

[tc2324]

Good god...., when will this cutting and pasting end......?

Time for some `adverts`......

[tc2324]

Thank you very much for the support Rheged. I`d like to say that I`m going to open a bottle of Merlot as the nomination polls have now been completed....,

...., but joy of joys I have to move onto another Forum and do exactly the same for another whif GB I`m running there....   

The polls are due to close in 14 days so please spread the word and get those votes in.

[Old Wombat]

Voted!

One comment because it needed to be said.

Great job, guys! Thanks!



Guy

[Father Ennis]

I second what "Old Wambat" said ......

[Steel Penguin]

Thank you for sorting this,  the choices are as hard this year as previously,  folks your all still turning out wonderful work.

[Dizzyfugu]

Did my voting, too  

Many thanks to the Academy for all the work and organisation!  

[tc2324]

Cheers all. The Academy does it`s best to please. 

Just did a bit of checking on how many votes have been received by each category so far and it makes interesting reading.....

Armor - 19
Helicopter - 20
Scratchbuild - 19
Alt Markings - 21
HOG - 21
Prop - 25
Sci Fi - 24
Miscellaneous - 25
Artist - 26
Jet - 26
Ship - 21
Whiffie of the year - 25
Camo - 26
Kit bash - 24




 

[NARSES2]

That was so difficult to choose - thanks for organising mate 

[tc2324]

Hi vote pickers,

Just did another count up of the votes.

Armor - 24
Helicopter - 25
Scratchbuild - 28
Alt Markings - 29
HOG - 29
Prop - 34
Sci Fi - 31
Miscellaneous - 30
Artist - 33
Jet - 34
Ship - 27
Whiffie of the year - 31
Camo - 32
Kit bash - 37

As you can see the numbers don`t quite all add up so if there's a subject you neglected to vote on or forgot to get to..., here`s your reminder.  

Although the poll is due to end on the 15th, I forgot to mention that I`m pulling the plug on the 14th so that the winners thread can be completed a la Oscars style.

So remember to get those last votes in by 8pm GMT on the 14th June.

[tc2324]

Heading into the last 48 hours now so please get those last votes in. 

[tc2324]

Into the last 24 hours chaps. 

  if you have already voted.

[tc2324]

All polls are now locked and will shortly be deleted.

The votes are in and the counting is taking place as I type.

The Academy wishes to thank all the forum members for their votes and don`t forget to tune in this Sunday at 9pm GMT for The 2013 Whiffie Awards Winners Show.