Join the High Alpha Hooligans as they embark on their special holiday episode, filled with laughter, festive vibes, and end-of-year reflections. The team kicks off with holiday greetings and a festive intro, showcasing their Christmas sweaters and holiday decorations. They discuss their memorable DCS sorties, including the exciting 'Ring of Fire' dogfight tournament, and share their year-end thanks to loyal viewers and subscribers. The episode features shout-outs to community members and a special message of appreciation to all fans, highlighting the camaraderie and engagement on their YouTube channel. Other highlights include insights on the High Alpha Hooligans' new partnership with the Strike Fighter League, promising a future of competitive DCS eSports. The team also shares their excitement about participating in the upcoming Flight Sim Expo in Minneapolis and their plans to provide live updates and coverage. The Hooligans dive into discussions on their favorite DCS modules of the year, touching on the A-6 Intruder AI, the anticipated Tornado module, and the impressive community-driven updates for the C-130 and Corsair. They also manage to sneak in some fun-filled holiday messages from their partners. Through it all, the High Alpha Hooligans maintain their cheeky, engaging, and unfiltered style, making this holiday special an episode you won't want to miss. Whether it's discussing their naughty and nice lists or sharing Christmas laughs, this crew brings their unique energy to celebrate another year of thrilling DCS action. 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Spirit01:10 Christmas Sweaters and Decorations02:35 End of Year Reflections03:36 Shoutouts and Thank Yous06:11 Upcoming Dog Fight Tournament08:38 New Partnership Announcement13:45 Flight Sim Expo 202619:41 Favorite Episodes and Reflections24:11 Editing Challenges and Creative Process25:03 First Big Episode Success25:53 Seasonal Greetings and Awkward Moments27:12 Joining a New MilSim Group27:27 Epic Training Mission Recap30:03 Ring of Fire: The Ultimate Dogfight33:53 Naughty and Nice Lists51:34 Shoutout to the Community