Wisecrack warriors Comedic commendations

When two or more members team up for a combined comical insult.

Given to the person whose off-the-wall comment, question, or joke leaves everyone momentarily stunned before dissolving into bewildered laughter.

For a veteran who regales others with the funniest and most memorable stories from boot camp days.

Awarded for a slip of the tongue that leads to unintentionally insulting a friend.

Awarded to the individual who frequently finds themselves the target of friendly jokes and takes it in good stride, contributing to the group's laughter and camaraderie.

Awarded to the individual who is known for bringing a serious or realistic perspective to humorous situations, often unintentionally shifting the mood from lighthearted to serious.

Awarded to individuals who artfully include inside jokes or unit-specific references in a way that is inclusive and bonds the group, without alienating those not in the know.

Conferred upon the individual who, with enthusiastic yet untimely interjection, inadvertently derails a joke, transforming it into an altogether different kind of comedic moment.

Awarded to an individual who consistently delivers top-tier insults.

Conferred upon the individual who reliably recycles their signature jokes, much to the amusement (or pretend groans) of the group.

Awarded to an individual who doesn’t take obvious bait and calls out the obvious bait for everyone’s enjoyment of how stupid the bait was.

Awarded to a veteran who skillfully reiterates or adapts another veteran’s joke, managing to elicit more laughter, often through timing, delivery, or personal flair.

Bestowed upon someone when their insult is more cringeworthy than effective and doesn’t fly.

Awarded to an individual who, with a mix of charm and wit, convinces others to agree or sign something in jest, without delving into the (humorously inconsequential) details. 

Awarded to an individual who gets someone to take an obvious bait. (3rd award is Master Baiter).

Awarded when someone unintentionally insults themselves.

For an insult that takes a moment, then hits everyone with laughter.

Awarded to the individual who takes a joke in stride and laughs heartily even when they're the butt of the humor.

Awarded to service members who engage in witty and good-natured ribbing with members of other military branches, enhancing camaraderie and mutual respect through humor.

Awarded to a service member who humorously pokes fun at their own military branch, showcasing a light-hearted and self-aware perspective that enhances morale and unity.

Awarded to the group that collectively builds upon a single joke, with each addition escalating the humor and laughter, transforming a simple jest into an epic saga of wit.

Awarded to a veteran who adeptly shifts the tone from serious or tense back to light-hearted and humorous, defusing potential stress and enhancing group morale.

Awarded to the one who sets up a potentially great joke but forgets it midway, leading to an unintentional comedic pause or confusion.

Given when an insult is aimed at one person but accidentally applies better to the insulter.

Bestowed upon individuals who don daring or hilariously over-the-top attire that sparks joy and amusement among the crew.

Granted to individuals who craft jokes or comments so sophisticated or niche that they soar above the common understanding, eliciting delayed chuckles upon realization.

Awarded to the person who, in the midst of jests and jabs, offers a hug in such an exaggeratedly sympathetic way that it becomes part of the joke itself.

Awarded to an individual who, upon realizing they might be the subject of a prank, displays a memorable and amusing ‘deer in the headlights’ reaction, signifying their moment of surprise and uncertainty.

Awarded to an individual who skillfully incorporates physical props into their humor, enhancing the entertainment and engagement of their audience.

Bestowed upon the individual who patiently clarifies the nuances of a joke, ensuring everyone can share in the laughter, often enhancing the humor in the process.

Awarded for a particularly scorching burn.

Awarded for an insult so weak it floats.

For the insult that gets the most laughs.

Granted to the individual whose joke might not tickle the collective funny bone but still brings a solitary chuckle to the jokester themselves.

For a subtle insult that only a few get but generates quiet giggles.

Bestowed upon the person who has a knack for slipping in witty comments when least expected, often under the radar but always appreciated once noticed.

Awarded to an individual who masterfully redirects the conversation after an obvious gaffe, avoiding further embarrassment or awkwardness.

Awarded to an individual who takes an obvious bait.

Awarded to individuals who consistently pull out jokes that have withstood the test of time, eliciting groans and chuckles with their ancient punchlines.

For defending with a quick, clever counter-insult.